Senate GOP Leadership Race Intensifies Amid Trump Influence
TL;DR
Senator Josh Hawley has endorsed Senator John Cornyn for the position of Senate Majority Leader, citing Cornyn's efforts in fundraising and supporting competitive Senate races. Cornyn is competing against Senators Rick Scott and John Thune for the role, following Mitch McConnell's announcement that he will not seek another term as Senate Republican leader. The GOP senators will vote on the new leader on November 13.
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