Senator John Thune, R-S.D., talks after a policy luncheon on Capitol Hill Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mariam Zuhaib)
Senate Minority Whip John Thune, R-S.D., is surrounded by members of the media, Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024, at the Capitol in Washington. Earlier Sen. Mitch McConnell announced that he'll step down as Senate Republican leader in November. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)