Thune Honors Retiring Senators Braun and Romney

Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) today honored U.S. Sens. Mike Braun (R-Ind.) and Mitt Romney (R-Utah) on the Senate floor for their years of service in the Senate. Thune congratulated both of them on their success in delivering for their states and extended his... Continue Reading

Thune: President Trump and Senate Republicans Will Restore American Strength

Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) today spoke on the Senate floor about President Biden’s disastrous foreign policy record and the incoming Trump administration’s determination to reverse course. Thune warned our adversaries and reassured our allies that four years of weakness on the world stage... Continue Reading

Thune Discusses Agenda for 119th Congress on Fox News

Click here to watch the interview. WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) today joined America’s Newsroom on Fox News to discuss the importance of quickly confirming President Trump’s nominees and moving his policy priorities through Congress. On confirming President Trump’s nominees: “I don’t prejudge any of these candidates. Obviously, there... Continue Reading

Senate Passes Thune-Rounds Resolution Honoring Former Senator Tim Johnson

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sens. John Thune (R-S.D.) and Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) announced that the U.S. Senate passed their resolution honoring former Sen. Tim Johnson. “Former Senator Tim Johnson was a steadfast leader who represented South Dakota with integrity and compassion,” said the senators. “It is fitting that he be... Continue Reading

Thune Calls Out Democrats’ Democracy Hypocrisy

Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) today spoke on the Senate floor about Democrats’ tendency to delegitimize American institutions when they interfere with Democrats’ agenda. Thune noted that Democrats only advocate for abolishing the filibuster when they have power, and he reaffirmed that the Republican... Continue Reading

Thune: The World Is Watching

Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) today spoke on the Senate floor to condemn the International Criminal Court (ICC) for issuing arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Gallant. Thune called on Majority Leader Schumer to immediately bring bipartisan legislation to... Continue Reading

Thune: The Days of the Biden Border Crisis Are Numbered

Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) today spoke on the Senate floor about the historic national security and humanitarian crisis at the southern border created by the Biden-Harris administration’s reckless policies. Thune noted that President Trump and the Senate Republican majority will work together to... Continue Reading

Thune: The Senate Must Prioritize the NDAA

Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) today called on Majority Leader Schumer to prioritize the National Defense Authorization Act, which would strengthen national security, address concerns about U.S. military readiness, and ensure our armed forces are equipped to meet evolving threats. Thune’s remarks below (as... Continue Reading

Thune: The Senate Republican Majority Will Have Israel’s Back

Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) today spoke at the Senate Republican leadership press conference about the International Criminal Court (ICC) and its prosecutor’s unlawful pursuit of arrest warrants against Israeli officials. Thune noted that while Democrats are fractured over supporting Israel, Senate Republicans... Continue Reading

Thune Joins Fox News Following Leadership Election

Click here to watch the interview. WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) last night joined Bret Baier on Fox News for an exclusive interview after being elected by his colleagues to serve as majority leader in the 119th Congress.   On President Trump’s nominees: “Well, I mean, these are exciting... Continue Reading

Leader-Elect Thune Meets with Speaker Johnson

WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) today met with Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-La.) following Thune’s election to serve as Senate majority leader and Johnson’s nomination to serve as Speaker of the House in the 119th Congress. Thune and Johnson released the following statements after the meeting:... Continue Reading

Thune: Our Work Begins Today

Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) today discussed how the Senate will deliver on the mandate the American people have given President-elect Trump and the new Republican Congress to secure the border, grow the economy, and restore American strength. Thune’s remarks below (as delivered): “Mr.... Continue Reading