Senate GOP rebellion fizzles as Thune keeps power despite historic midterm massacre

Sen. John Thune secured another term as Senate Republican leader after GOP lawmakers rejected an effort to delay their leadership elections. The vote to proceed was 31–15, following more than seven hours of discussions over the party’s midterm losses and future direction. Thune and the rest of the leadership team faced no challengers, while Sen. Ron Johnson led calls for a fuller review before the vote.