Despite lobbying by influencers like Elon Musk, GOP senators opted for the more established John Thune as their new Senate Majority Leader, showcasing limits of online influence.
Musk's backing for Rick Scott was substantial on social media, with Scott receiving only 13 votes, underscoring how online support did not translate into actual political power.
The secret ballot mechanism allowed senators to vote independently of public scrutiny, shielding them from the pressures exerted by major conservative figures and influencers.
Sen. Ron Johnson noted Musk's involvement as 'huge', yet it became clear that the traditional power structures in the GOP held stronger sway over the final decision.
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