Senate Majority Leader John Thune Assembles Key Advisory Team

Thune selects four Republican senators, including former rival John Cornyn, to join an informal leadership circle as the GOP prepares to advance its agenda under President-elect Trump.

• 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.

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