U.S. Senator James Lankford has a new job in the Senate, deputy whip. Senate Majority Whip John Thune announced his team Tuesday.
Senator Mike Crapo will lead the team as chief deputy whip. Serving as deputy whips are: Senators Lankford, Martha McSally, Roy Blunt, Shelley Moore Capito, John Cornyn, Cory Gardner, Rob Portman, Mitt Romney, Tim Scott, Thom Tillis, and Todd Young.
“This is a dynamic team, and I will rely on each of these men and women over the next two years. I’m thrilled to have the experience of Sen. Cornyn and those who have served as deputy whips in the past, as well as an opportunity to welcome our new members, Sen. McSally and Sen. Romney,” Thune said. “Last Congress, Senate Republicans worked together to implement reforms to help working families and increase opportunities for American workers. With the team we have put in place, I am confident we will continue to successfully deliver on the promises we made to the American people to improve their everyday lives.”
“I’m pleased to have the opportunity to help Sen. Thune hear from members of our conference on their policy positions in the 116th Congress,” Lankford said. “The whip team provides an opportunity to serve the whole conference by walking through policy ideas and the logistical side of votes in the Senate. It is an honor to continue to serve in this capacity.”
