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John Thune elected as Senate majority leader for 119th Congress

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Senator John Thune, US Senator for South Dakota | Official U.S. Senate headshot

Senator John Thune, US Senator for South Dakota | Official U.S. Senate headshot

U.S. Senator John Thune from South Dakota has been elected as the majority leader of the U.S. Senate for the 119th Congress. Thune expressed his gratitude and pride in a statement following his election by fellow senators.

“I am extremely honored to have earned the support of my colleagues to lead the Senate in the 119th Congress, and I am beyond proud of the work we have done to secure our majority and the White House,” said Thune. “This Republican team is united behind President Trump’s agenda, and our work starts today.”

The election positions Thune as a key figure in advancing legislative priorities aligned with President Trump's administration.

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