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The top two Republicans in Congress had two very different approaches to former President Donald Trump’s commanding victory in the Iowa caucuses on Monday night.
House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., praised the ex-president and said he was key to the GOP winning back the Senate, White House and retaining the House in November.
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On the other side of the U.S. Capitol, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., is not expected to release a statement, having been silent for most of the 2024 Republican presidential primary so far.
“Congratulations to President Donald Trump for a resounding victory in Iowa! Today, Republican voters turned out amid harsh conditions and showed their resolve to bring an end to the failed economic and open border policies of President Biden,” Johnson’s statement said. “We appreciate every candidate, volunteer, and voter who braved the elements and participated in the great caucus tradition.”
GOP PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY BATTLE MOVES ON TO NEW HAMPSHIRE AFTER TRUMP DOMINATES IN IOWA
House Speaker Mike Johnson endorsed former President Donald Trump for re-election in 2024, while Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell has largely stayed out of the race. (Getty Images)
“Tonight’s vote was an endorsement of President Trump’s extraordinary record and his ongoing vision to fix our economy, secure our border, and defend the freedoms and values that make America great.”
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Trump swept the Iowa caucues with more than 50% of the vote despite spending less time campaigning in the state than his primary opponents. Johnson suggested Monday night that it was time for the GOP to unite around Trump after his “decisive” victory.
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Trump won a commanding victory in the 2024 Iowa caucuses.(Jim Watson/AFP via Getty Images)
“With President Trump in the White House and with Republican Congressional majorities, we will work together to build the wall and end the Biden Border Crisis for good, curb inflation and restore our booming economy, rebuild our military, secure our elections, and create prosperity that will last for generations,” Johnson said.
“His decisive and historic victory tonight should move our Party closer to uniting so we can achieve the ultimate victory in November.”
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Earlier this month, Trump scored the endorsement of House Majority Whip Tom Emmer, R-Minn., sending him into the Iowa caucuses with the backing of all the senior House GOP leadership. Johnson had endorsed Trump in November.
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House Majority Whip Tom Emmer endorsed Trump earlier this month.(Win McNamee/Getty Images)
It’s a stark contrast with their colleagues in the Senate, where the top two Republicans – McConnell and Senate Minority Whip John Thune, R-S.D. – have stayed largely out of the race.
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However, Trump has been endorsed by Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyo., the No. 3 Senate Republican, as well as Sen. Steve Daines, R-Mont., the head of the Senate GOP’s campaign arm.
Fox News Digital has reached out to McConnell’s office for comment.
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STARKVILLE — Mississippi State basketball is hosting Missouri at Humphrey Coliseum on Feb. 28 (noon, SEC Network).
It’s the second meeting of the season between the Bulldogs (13-15, 5-10 SEC) and Tigers (19-9, 9-6). Missouri won the first game, 84-79, at home on Jan. 31.
The Tigers have won five of their last seven games, including ranked wins against Vanderbilt on Feb. 18 and Tennessee on Feb. 24. MSU has lost two straight games, most recently 100-75 at Alabama.
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The Clarion Ledger is bringing you live updates from the game. Follow along.
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Mississippi State vs Missouri score updates
The largest loss in MSU history was by 57 against Arkansas in 1993.
Missouri is up 54-23 at halftime.
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Josh Hubbard
Jayden Epps
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The Tigers are projected as a No. 10 seed by ESPN.
MSU is not projected to make the NCAA Tournament.
Josh Hubbard stats
Here are Josh Hubbard’s stats this season:
Points per game: 21.6
Assists per game: 3.6
Rebounds per game: 2.5
Field-goal percentage: 41.8
3-point percentage: 34.5
What time does Mississippi State vs Missouri start?
Date: Saturday, Feb. 28
Time: Noon
Where: Humphrey Coliseum
What TV channel is Mississippi State vs Missouri on today?
MORE: Where Mississippi State women’s basketball stands in March Madness bracket predictions
Mississippi State vs Missouri prediction
Sam Sklar, The Clarion Ledger: Missouri 81, Mississippi State 68
Mississippi State vs Missouri injury report
Mississippi State
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Missouri
Annor Boateng: Out
Jevon Porter: Out
Mississippi State basketball schedule 2025-26
Remaining games on Mississippi State’s schedule:
March 3: at Florida (7 p.m., SEC Network)
March 7: vs. Georgia (2:30 p.m., SEC Network)
March 11-15: SEC Tournament
Sam Sklar is the Mississippi State beat reporter for The Clarion Ledger. Email him at ssklar@usatodayco.com and follow him on X @sklarsam_.
Ten UNK students will perform with other outstanding instrumentalists from across the state as part of the 2026 Nebraska Intercollegiate Band. Front row, from left: Olivia Kohmetscher, Kaia Johnson, Douglas Davidchik, Micah Feddersen and Avery Reitz. Back row, from left: Evan Porter, Ike Smith, Kaitlyn Obrecht, Cameron Grafel and Chloe Harms. (Courtesy UNK, Click to enlarge)
KEARNEY, Neb – Ten students will represent the University of Nebraska at Kearney as members of the 2026 Nebraska Intercollegiate Band.
They’ll perform 11:30 a.m. March 7 in Kimball Recital Hall on the University of Nebraska-Lincoln campus as part of the 65th annual Nebraska State Bandmasters Association convention. The concert is free and open to the public.
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The Nebraska Intercollegiate Band includes outstanding instrumentalists from colleges and universities across the state. Students selected for the honor spend time rehearsing together in Lincoln before performing for the public. This year’s ensemble is led by guest conductor Donald McKinney, director of bands at Indiana University.
“Rehearsing and performing in the Nebraska Intercollegiate Band will be an excellent opportunity for experiential learning,” said professor Duane Bierman, director of bands at UNK. “Not only will these students get a great musical experience but they will also get a chance to expand their network and grow their interpersonal skills.”
Students representing UNK include: Broken Bow – Cameron Grafel, horn Columbus – Douglas Davidchik, clarinet Elm Creek – Chloe Harms, euphonium Grand Island – Olivia Kohmetscher, tenor saxophone Kearney – Ike Smith, trumpet Kearney – Micah Feddersen, trumpet Kearney – Avery Reitz, string bass and tuba La Vista – Kaitlyn Obrecht, piano Minden – Evan Porter, percussion Ravenna – Kaia Johnson, flute
