Key facts
- Senator John Thune expressed hope for Mitch McConnell's return to the Senate this week.
- John Thune stated that passing another party-line measure would be a serious challenge for the Senate.
Senator John Thune has conveyed his optimism about Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell's potential return to the Senate this week. Thune also stated that passing another party-line measure would present a serious challenge for the Senate, reflecting on the current political climate.