The last time they had power, the GOP passed a number of key pieces of legislation and helped reshape the Supreme Court.

The House of Representatives is likely to again be under GOP rule next year, cementing a unified control of power across Washington in 2025.

Plus, Sen. John Thune will be the next Senate majority leader, while President-elect Donald Trump continues to build his next staff.

Trump announced several controversial cabinet nominees, including Democrat-turned-Republican Tulsi Gabbard for director of national intelligence and Fox News host Pete Hegseth for secretary of defense, both of whom are outside of the traditional mold for appointees to their respective positions.

Gaetz resigned from the House shortly after the AG announcement, ending the House Ethics investigation against him.

Experts say the president-elect, in pushing for recess appointments, is asking the Senate to abdicate its constitutional duty to confirm or reject executive branch nominees.

Staunch supporters of President-elect Donald Trump expressed their concerns that Sen. John Thune (R-SD) is likely to follow Minority Leader Mitch McConnell's (R-KY) example and not toe the MAGA line.

Republican Sen. John Thune of South Dakota was elected new Senate majority leader, replacing Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky, who is stepping aside.