"McConnell's 17-Year Tenure Ends: Stepping Down as Senate GOP Leader"

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"McConnell's 17-Year Tenure Ends: Stepping Down as Senate GOP Leader"
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Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, the longest-serving party leader in Senate history, announced his retirement from his position as the upper chamber's GOP leader after a 17-year run, citing his age and the need for new leadership. McConnell's decision comes amid a shifting political landscape within the Republican Party and his ongoing clashes with former President Donald Trump. He plans to remain in the Senate until his term expires in 2026 and expressed confidence in his party to choose his successor.

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