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Mitch McConnell Steps Down as Senate GOP Leader After 18 Years, Three Senators Vying for Position as Republicans Prepare for Majority Control

Nov 13, 2024, 04:25 PM

Mitch McConnell, the longest-serving leader in Senate history, is stepping down from his position as the leader of Senate Republicans. His resignation will take effect at the beginning of next year, coinciding with the Republican Party's anticipated return to majority control in the Senate. In light of McConnell's departure, Senate Republicans are scheduled to meet on Wednesday to elect a new leader. This leadership election marks the first serious contest for the role in decades, with three senators currently vying for the position. McConnell has led the Senate Republicans for 18 years, and his exit opens a significant chapter in the party's leadership dynamics as they prepare for a new legislative session.