Mitch McConnell announced he will step down as Senate Republican leader in November after holding the position for nearly 15 years. At 82 years old, McConnell said this will be his last term as leader, though he will continue serving as a Senator until January 2027. His decision comes after facing pressure from the pro-Trump wing of the GOP, though most Republican Senators were surprised by the announcement. McConnell has had a productive but tense relationship with President Biden, and a falling out with former President Trump after January 6th. As the longest-serving Senate leader, McConnell has helped confirm conservative judges and pass tax cuts but also blocked much of Biden's agenda.
