A Generational Opportunity for Strength, Prosperity

Fox News All eyes will be on the United States Senate this week as we endeavor to pass the shared Republican agenda of American strength, security, and prosperity. With the Republican reconciliation bill, we have the opportunity to deliver. It is one that doesn’t come around often, and our country... Continue Reading

Delivering for South Dakota

Republicans are moving closer to finishing work on a bill that fulfills our promise to make America stronger and more prosperous. My biggest priority in that bill is making sure South Dakota families, farmers and ranchers, and small businesses are all stronger and more prosperous. And I’m proud to report... Continue Reading

A Safer, Stronger America

Since taking office in January, President Trump has swiftly changed the status quo at the southern border. Border towns that were overwhelmed with illegal immigrants during the Biden era are now quiet as illegal crossings have dropped significantly. Border Patrol agents are no longer processing thousands of illegal immigrants per... Continue Reading

Keeping Our Foot on the Gas

Since President Trump and Republicans took control of Washington in January, we’ve been hard at work delivering on our promises to the American people. In the Senate, we’re working hard to get all of President Trump’s team in place, pass important legislation, and rein in burdensome regulations and wasteful spending.... Continue Reading

Out and About in South Dakota

I recently had the opportunity to travel all over South Dakota: to Clark and Redfield, Beresford and Dakota Dunes, and to Wall and Philip. I appreciate the chance to travel the state far and wide to get feedback on my work in Washington, and it’s always nice to see some... Continue Reading

Remember the Fallen

I recently had the privilege of welcoming a group of South Dakota veterans to Washington during an Honor Flight visit. These are always special for me. They’re an opportunity to simply say “thank you” to those who served. No matter how many times I do it, Honor Flights always inspire... Continue Reading

The Senate Will Overturn California’s Electric Vehicle Mandate

Washington Examiner Even in an institution as storied as the U.S. Senate, issues arise that have not been previously litigated, and a unique question is posed to this body. Such is the case of the California Clean Air Act waivers, which aim to implement a stringent electric vehicle mandate that... Continue Reading

The Fight to Save Ellsworth

On May 13, 2005, the U.S. Department of Defense announced it was recommending South Dakota’s Ellsworth Air Force Base for closure. It was a gut punch for South Dakota. Ellsworth has been a point of pride in our state since World War II. Losing the base would have been devastating... Continue Reading

To Protect and Serve

Every day, men and women in communities across America put on their uniform and badge and go to work protecting the public. Police officers can’t be sure what their day will bring, but they know duty often calls them into dark places, to run toward danger, and confront evil. During... Continue Reading

Small Business Is A Big Deal

The first week of May is National Small Business Week, an opportunity to celebrate the entrepreneurs, small business owners, farmers, and ranchers who make up South Dakota’s small businesses. They are the backbone of our economy, they’re job creators and innovators, and I’m proud to represent South Dakota’s small businesses... Continue Reading

South Dakota Conversations

It’s springtime in South Dakota. The temperatures are getting warmer. The wildflowers are beginning to bloom. Farmers are starting to plant their crops. It’s a great time to be on the road in South Dakota, and I’ve been enjoying my travels around our state.   One of the best parts... Continue Reading

A More Secure America

Over the last four years, our country became less secure. More than 10 million illegal immigrants flooded across our southern border, including criminals, gang members, and suspected terrorists. Our energy security was jeopardized by policies that discouraged domestic energy production at a time when energy demand was increasing. And as... Continue Reading