Johnson, staunch Trump ally, seeks to delay Senate GOP leadership election after big losses

Senate Republicans have taken a step toward delaying their leadership election after a key GOP senator secured the necessary signatures to call for a broader conference discussion. The move follows concerns raised by an adviser to President Trump regarding the timing of the vote, which remains set for next week. With the Budget Committee chair leading the push, the decision could reshape the party’s internal dynamics ahead of a critical internal vote. The request highlights growing divisions over how to proceed amid ongoing political pressures.

Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) obtained the five signatures he needs from GOP colleagues to request a meeting of the broader Senate Republican conference to discuss postponing their leadership election, which is scheduled for next week.  Johnson, who chairs the Senate Budget Committee, is seeking a delay on the election after an adviser of President Trump...