Mr. Thune’s task this time is to juggle President-elect Donald J. Trump’s demands, the competing desires of 53 G.O.P.
His allies, while acknowledging that his temperament differs vastly from Mr. McConnell’s, say Mr. Thune can take the heat.
Plus, Mr. Trump has come to recognize Mr. Thune’s advantages, Mr. Cramer said.
!” Mr. Trump, who has little patience for, or understanding of, the complexities of congressional process, urged on his social media site.
Political allies of Mr. Thune’s say he can handle Mr. Trump.
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