Washington Post On Wednesday, Oct. 1, the federal government will shut down if legislation isn’t passed to extend its funding. Important government programs will be suspended, government services will be shuttered and government employees, including military personnel, will temporarily be without a paycheck. Everything from certain veterans’ health care programs... Continue Reading
For many South Dakotans, running their own business is part of their American Dream. Small businesses are the backbone of a lot of South Dakota’s communities, whether they are Main Street storefronts or family farms and ranches. I’m proud that this summer, Republicans delivered permanent tax relief for these hardworking... Continue Reading
Things look very different at the southern border these days than they did last year. President Trump wasted no time ending the chaos he inherited. Illegal immigrant encounters at the southern border have dropped precipitously, falling as low as 7,832 migrants in July. Border Patrol agents are on the line... Continue Reading
Last year, the American people gave President Trump a mandate. Like every president before him, President Trump needs a team to help enact his agenda. But unlike his predecessors, President Trump has had to face unprecedented obstruction from Senate Democrats in getting members of his administration confirmed quickly. Republicans are... Continue Reading
Breitbart For decades, Democrats and Republicans have regularly cooperated to swiftly confirm the many, many individuals selected by each president to serve in their administration. Regardless of the party in the White House, both sides have long agreed that a president deserves to have his or her administration in place,... Continue Reading
Next year, working families in every county in South Dakota will see tax relief thanks to the One Big, Beautiful Bill. And because Republicans worked to make the tax cuts enacted in 2017 permanent, hardworking South Dakota families can be sure that they won’t face a massive tax hike down... Continue Reading
It doesn’t get much better than a summer day in South Dakota. This time of year brings out so much of what I love about our state. It’s a great time to explore its natural beauty, go to the fair, or take in a local baseball game. I love traveling... Continue Reading
Last November, the American people gave President Trump and Republicans a mandate for change. We listened to the American people’s stories of near-constant financial stress, of challenges facing farmers and ranchers, and concerns about the crisis at the southern border. Republicans promised to address these challenges, and I’m proud to... Continue Reading
Eighty years ago this month, Americans switched on their radios and heard the long-hoped-for news that Japan had surrendered. In towns across South Dakota, people celebrated, and families breathed a sigh of relief that their loved ones would be coming home. Like all Americans, South Dakotans had made sacrifices during... Continue Reading
It’s summertime, which means a lot of South Dakotans are taking to the roads and the skies to get a few days of rest and relaxation with their families. Everyone looks forward to a few days at the lake, or a road trip to the Badlands, a visit to Mount... Continue Reading
Agriculture is a challenging way of life, but the last few years have been some of the most challenging in recent memory. Higher input costs, higher interest rates, disease, and natural disasters have all made it more difficult. I promised that Senate Republicans would make farmers and ranchers a priority,... Continue Reading
Strong families make America stronger. That’s why Republicans put families first in crafting the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. We set out to make a law that supports parents and families and creates a brighter future for the next generation. I’m proud to say we’ve delivered a number of pro-family... Continue Reading
