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McConnell Races to the Rescue of Cash-Strapped Republicans

The spending surge comes at the perfect time to counter growing whispers, in light of an ongoing feud with President Trump, that the minority leader might be willing to let Trump’s candidates sink.

AP/Rick Scuteri
Blake Masters of Arizona used to support Senator McConnell's ouster as minority leader. Now that McConnell's money has started flowing, he's changed his tune. AP/Rick Scuteri
RUSSELL PAYNE
RUSSELL PAYNE

The Senate minority leader, Mitch McConnell, appears to be planning a Labor Day rescue mission for Republican efforts to recapture the Senate, even as President Trump escalates tensions by calling for his replacement.

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RUSSELL PAYNE
RUSSELL PAYNE

Mr. Payne is a political reporter at The New York Sun. He covers a broad range of topics including New York State and New York City.

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