President-elect Donald Trump has reportedly dismissed the bid by Florida Senator Rick Scott to become the next Senate Majority leader after Mitch McConnell steps down from his post in January after almost two decades. According to Axios, Trump privately told allies before his victory that Scott's pursuit was "not serious" despite their good relationship.
A Trump campaign official, however, rejected the outlet's report, saying the president-elect "hasn't weighed in on the leadership race and anyone who says differently is wrong." Axios claims that people close to Trump have signaled support for Scott, with the reelected senator hoping they can sway him. Sen. Ron Johnson has publicly called Trump to do so, while controversial right-wing commentator Laura Loomer has been stumping for Scott.
