Overview

• John Thune, the new Senate Majority Leader, has chosen Senators John Cornyn, Steve Daines, Markwayne Mullin, and Marsha Blackburn as part of his informal advisory team.
• These advisors will participate in weekly leadership meetings alongside the elected GOP leadership team, bringing diverse expertise and strong ties to President-elect Donald Trump.
• Cornyn, a former rival for the leadership role, brings extensive experience and fiscal priorities, while Blackburn is closely aligned with the conservative wing and Trump's 'Make America Great Again' movement.
• Daines, credited with helping Republicans regain the Senate majority, offers a strong connection to Trump's administration and key insights for advancing tax reforms and foreign policy.
• Mullin, a former deputy whip and Trump ally, serves as a critical link between the Senate, House, and the incoming administration, reinforcing GOP efforts to implement Trump's agenda.