McConnell says filibuster will stand as Republicans reclaim Senate

The transcript covers Mitch McConnell's discussion on the election results, the Republican majority in the Senate, and the importance of candidate quality. It highlights the role of the Senate Leadership Fund in the elections and the focus on maintaining the filibuster. McConnell also addresses the leadership transition in the Senate, with potential successors like John Thune, John Cornyn, and Rick Scott. The secretive nature of the leadership race and its implications for the Republican Party are also discussed.

What is the process mentioned for electing the new Senate Republican leader?

What was Mitch McConnell's role in the Senate as described in the text?

What relationship is important for the new leader to have according to the text?