US Senate Republicans pick insider John Thune as their next leader

John Thune has been chosen by Senate Republicans to lead their chamber next year. Thune, the current No. 2 Republican, emerged victorious from a three-way contest, overcoming competition from John Cornyn and Rick Scott, a close ally of Donald Trump. Despite pressure from Trump supporters to elect Scott, Republicans ultimately favored Thune's experience and established relationships within the caucus.