Sen. James Lankford (R-OK) announces run for Vice Chair of the Senate Republican Conference after his previous legislative achievement failed due to conservative backlash. The leadership shuffle in the Senate Republican Conference was triggered by Minority Leader Mitch McConnell's retirement announcement amidst criticism over Ukraine funding promotion.
Key Points
Lankford's bid for Vice Chair position in Senate Republican Conference
McConnell's retirement and leadership shakeup within the conference
Lankford's failed bipartisan bill and criticism from conservatives
Pros
Lankford's willingness to take on leadership roles within the Republican Conference
Cons
Failure of Lankford's bipartisan migration and foreign aid bill
Conservative backlash towards Lankford's compromised deal