John Thune elected as new leader of Republicans in the US Senate.

John Thune was elected as the new leader of Republicans in the US Senate

John Thune was elected as the new leader of Republicans in the US Senate, replacing Mitch McConnell in this position. This was reported by Fox News.

Following a secret ballot held in the old Senate chamber, Thune received 29 votes, while his closest competitor John Cornyn received 24 votes. The third candidate, Rick Scott, was eliminated after the first round of voting, receiving the fewest votes.

Prior to the elections, the candidates made their final presentations to their Republican colleagues during a forum organized by Senator Mike Lee. Thune secured the support of several influential senators, including Marvina Mally, Mike Rounds, and Steve Daines.

"I am extremely grateful for the trust of my colleagues to lead the Senate in the 119th Congress. I am immensely proud of the work we have done to support our majority and the White House," Thune said after his victory.

The newly elected Republican leader will officially take office in January, replacing Mitch McConnell, who was the longest-serving party leader in Senate history.

In April, he voted 'for' additional aid to Ukraine.

We also wrote that Trump will appoint a special representative for peaceful negotiations regarding Ukraine.