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Mullin was an early backer of Thune and is one of the few Republican senators who’s already declared their preference in the leadership race.

Trump ally Markwayne Mullin on why he’s backing Thune

Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) predicted Thursday that Senate Minority Whip John Thune could win the GOP leadership race on the first ballot when Republicans convene behind closed doors next Wednesday to choose Mitch McConnell’s successor.

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