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Four GOP senators could potentially disrupt the Republican Senate’s 53-47 majority and challenge President Trump’s legislative initiatives if they choose to vote together, according to sources familiar with the situation.

Among these influential figures is Kentucky Sen. Mitch McConnell, who, despite stepping down from his leadership role following health concerns last year, will remain a significant presence in the Senate through 2027. The group recently demonstrated their collective influence by blocking Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz’s bid for attorney general.

“I think McConnell is in kind of a petulant mood and has been on a jihad against his own party for three years. So it’s potentially a big problem,” said one GOP Senate insider.

Though McConnell previously supported Trump’s first-term agenda, their relationship has grown contentious, particularly regarding Ukraine policy. As the incoming chair of the appropriations defense subcommittee, McConnell maintains considerable influence over Ukraine funding allocation.

Their strained relationship intensified after the 2020 election when McConnell labeled Trump “stupid” and a “despicable human being.” Trump responded with his characteristic directness, repeatedly referring to McConnell as an “old broken down crow.”

Recently, McConnell has shown signs of reconciliation, stating, “I’m going to do everything I can to help the new administration be successful.”

Senators Susan Collins of Maine and Lisa Murkowski of Alaska represent additional potential challenges for Trump. These veteran lawmakers, with strong local support bases, have historically maintained independence from Trump’s influence, voting for his impeachment post-January 6 and opposing his Obamacare repeal efforts in 2017.

“Collins is in Maine, she is in a very difficult reelection because she is in a state which voted seven points for Kamala Harris and she is notoriously independent in how she acts. Murkowski is in a conservative state but just doesn’t seem to like Donald Trump. She’s just a thorn in his side for absolutely no reason,” said GOP strategist Ryan Girdusky.

Utah’s incoming Senator John Curtis completes this influential quartet. A moderate Republican following in Mitt Romney’s footsteps, Curtis’s leadership of the Conservative Climate Caucus and membership in the Problem Solver’s Caucus suggests potential conflicts with Trump’s environmental stance.

During a primary debate, Curtis established his independence, declaring, “I’m not going to give him an unconditional yes to anything he wants.”