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
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
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
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
Fox News Saturday marked 100 days of the new Republican majority in the U.S. Senate, and we’ve been keeping our foot on the gas. We’ve spent 13 weeks in session, including the longest continuous period of session in 15 years, and the Senate has taken more votes at this point... Continue Reading
It’s that time of year again: Tax Day. I don’t know anyone who looks forward to April 15th. Whether you’re getting a refund or you owe money to the IRS, I think most South Dakotans would rather they were keeping more of their money and sending less to Uncle Sam.... Continue Reading
More than three years ago, Congress created the $42.5 billion BEAD program to bring broadband service to unserved parts of the country. It was the single largest federal investment in broadband expansion ever made. But to date, it has not connected a single household to the internet. The reason?... Continue Reading
More Americans die each year from a drug overdose than Americans who died in the entirety of the Vietnam War. Many of these deaths are caused by a single pill containing a lethal dose of fentanyl, which is roughly equal to five grains of salt. We’re losing young people, teenagers,... Continue Reading
You can’t go far without seeing some sign of agriculture in South Dakota – it’s the lifeblood of our state. Advocating for the farm and ranch families in our state is one of my top priorities as a U.S. senator. I’m proud to be a voice for these hardworking South... Continue Reading
More than 50 years ago, Congress passed landmark legislation to create equal spaces and opportunities in education for women. Title IX is particularly notable for its effect on women’s sports. By requiring that recipients of federal funding create equal athletic opportunities for women and girls, Title IX paved the way... Continue Reading
President Trump recently came to Congress to report on his first few weeks in office and lay out his vision for the next four years. In just a few weeks, President Trump has already accomplished an incredible amount, and this is just the start. Chief among his achievements is restoring... Continue Reading
For the last four years, the Biden administration’s energy policies put our country on a dangerous path toward a future defined by less affordable and less reliable energy. America is rich in energy resources, and we should be leveraging those resources for a safe, secure, and affordable energy supply. Energy... Continue Reading
