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Sen. John Barrasso expressed confidence in Attorney General Pam Bondi despite reports of internal conflicts over the Jeffrey Epstein case, and supported FBI officials Kash Patel and Dan Bongino. The article also covers the Justice Department's recent memo dismissing conspiracy theories about Epstein's death and alleged blackmail, amid ongoing political debates.
Republican Senator John Barrasso struggled to defend the financial feasibility of Donald Trump's mass deportation plan when confronted with its potential $88 billion annual cost. During an interview on Meet the Press, Barrasso emphasized prioritizing the deportation of criminals but sidestepped questions about the plan's overall expense and its impact on the national debt. Trump's proposal aims to deport 10-12 million illegal immigrants, but Barrasso focused on targeting felons and those on terrorist watch lists first.
Sen. John Barrasso will run for the No. 2 position of whip instead of Senate Republican leader, leaving the race to succeed Sen. Mitch McConnell between Sen. John Thune and Sen. John Cornyn. Barrasso emphasized the need for change and greater openness in a letter to colleagues. Sen. Thune officially announced his run and expressed his desire for principled conservative leadership. Sen. Tom Cotton plans to run for the No. 3 position of Republican conference chair.
Mitch McConnell announced his intention to step down as the Senate's top Republican, prompting speculation about his potential successors. Likely candidates include Senator John Thune of South Dakota, Senator John Barrasso of Wyoming, Senator John Cornyn of Texas, and Senator Rick Scott of Florida. Other potential candidates include Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa and Senator Steve Daines of Montana. The race to replace McConnell will require appealing to different factions within the party, with some seeking a fresh leader following the former president's influence.
Republican Sen. John Barrasso's wife, Bobbi, has passed away after a two-year battle with Glioblastoma brain cancer. Barrasso described her as a devoted wife, mother, leader, and fierce advocate for Wyoming. He expressed gratitude for the support and prayers from everyone as they grieve her loss.
Republican Sen. John Barrasso of Wyoming, the third ranking member of Republican Senate leadership, has endorsed former President Donald Trump for the 2024 presidential election, making him the highest-ranking GOP senator to do so. Barrasso's endorsement comes as Trump vies for the Republican presidential nomination, with recent polls showing a surge for potential candidate Nikki Haley.
Sen. John Barrasso, the No. 3 Senate Republican, endorsed former President Donald Trump for the 2024 election, making him the highest-ranking GOP senator to do so. This move solidifies Barrasso as the most Trump-friendly GOP senior Republican and sets him apart from other potential successors to Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell. Barrasso's endorsement gives Trump backing from 20 of the 49 GOP senators, while McConnell remains neutral in the primary.