Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) stated to reporters that he will not endorse a primary candidate to succeed the late Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) for a full term. Thune remarked, "I'm not endorsing at the moment." Typically, Thune and other Republican leaders in the Senate play significant roles as supporters for GOP Senate candidates.
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Senate Majority Leader John Thune Declines to Endorse Candidate in South Carolina Senate Race
Senate Majority Leader John Thune announced that he will not endorse any primary candidate for the South Carolina Senate race following the passing of Sen. Lindsey Graham. Thune's decision is notable as Senate leaders often provide key support for Republican candidates.
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Thune says he won’t endorse ‘at the moment’ in South Carolina Senate race
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Senate Majority Leader John Thune Declines to Endorse Candidate in South Carolina Senate Race