Senate Majority Leader John Thune Addresses GOP Convention Boos, Reaffirms Support for Candidates
Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) has addressed the boos he received at the recent Republican Midterm Convention in Dallas. Thune stated in an exclusive interview that he is willing to avoid races where his involvement might not benefit the candidates, emphasizing his commitment to supporting them in a way that maximizes their chances of success. He noted that he tells every candidate, 'I’ll come out for you or against you, whichever helps you the most.' President Trump defended Thune during the convention, praising his hard work and predicting 'great success' for him, despite the crowd's jeers. Thune acknowledged hearing about the boos but did not directly hear President Trump's compliment. He also clarified that he believes President Trump's frustration is with the Senate's institutional rules and procedures, rather than his leadership. Thune has been conducting fundraising events behind the scenes at the convention instead of speaking on the main stage.
