Missouri senator running for majority leader loses GOP primary

Missouri state Sen. Curtis Trent lost the GOP primary to Lori Rook in the 20th Senate District, ending his bid for a second term and a potential Senate majority leader role. The primary reshaped the GOP caucus, with Rook criticizing Trent's establishment ties and policy positions. Other races included Jon Patterson defeating a challenger and Greg Sharpe winning despite opposition over his stance on a rejected tax proposal.