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Impact of McConnell's resignation on Senate GOP strategy in 2025?
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Mitch McConnell Steps Down as Senate GOP Leader Amid Criticism, Trump Claims Financial Gains on China
Nov 18, 2024, 01:05 AM
Mitch McConnell is no longer the Senate GOP leader. The decision marks a significant shift in the Republican leadership in the Senate. McConnell, who has been a prominent figure in Washington, has faced criticism from various quarters, including accusations of causing lasting damage to the conservative cause and allegations of financial gains linked to China, along with his wife Elaine Chao. Despite these criticisms, McConnell's team has previously highlighted an endorsement from former President Donald Trump in June 2020, with Trump stating, 'Mitch McConnell and Elaine Chao spent decades getting rich on China.'
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