Sen. John Thune of South Dakota has been elected as the new Senate GOP leader, succeeding Mitch McConnell. Thune's election comes amid partisan tensions over President-elect Trump's controversial nominations, raising questions about the GOP's unity moving forward. While Thune aimed to establish a collaborative relationship with Trump, skepticism remains within the party. A notable Democrat, Senator Debbie Stabenow, expressed a willingness to work with Thune, highlighting his past bipartisan engagement, although MAGA supporters voiced their discontent with his leadership.