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Who will replace Mitch McConnell as the Senate's top Republican?

Who will replace Mitch McConnell as the Senates top Republican
The three "Johns" and a senator who challenged McConnell for his post are considered likely successors.

The South Dakota senator is currently the Republican whip, second-in-command to Mr McConnell, and he is known as an effective fundraiser within his party. He also is seen as a moderating force among Republicans, who have taken a hard turn to the right under the leadership of former President Donald Trump.

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