The veteran Senate Majority leader seems increasingly likely to step down, potentially through resignation or forced departure. His once-formidable political influence appears to be rapidly diminishing, with a constant stream of unfavorable media coverage chipping away at his reputation and standing.

Then, we all know what will happen; there will be division and power struggles. Much of it will be carefully hidden from the public eye but, be sure we will catch glimpses from time to time of the figurative left jab or the little right upper cut. Then, at some point, that right cross will put down the last bit of competition will fall away. The winner will emerge, possibly with visible wounds. He might use some of that figurative makeup in an attempt to cover the worst of it.

Power dynamics will unfold like a high-stakes competition, reminiscent of musical chairs but with far more serious consequences. Each potential leadership role becomes a battleground where rivals vie for strategic positioning and influence.

In the realm of political ambition, some view power as the ultimate currency, where defeat is an unacceptable outcome and power becomes the sole measure of success.