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 economic policies that led to a historic inflation crisis. Thune noted that Senate Republicans are ready to work with President Trump to advance pro-growth policies that drive economic opportunity... Continue Reading
Click here to watch the interview. WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) today joined Harris Faulkner on Fox News to discuss President Trump’s well-qualified nominees. On Pete Hegseth: “A lot of these nominees, including Pete Hegseth, have been making the rounds on the Capitol, starting with the committees of jurisdiction... Continue Reading
Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) today spoke on the Senate floor about the national security and humanitarian crisis at the southern border created by the Biden-Harris administration’s reckless policies. Thune noted that congressional Republicans are prepared to equip President Trump with the necessary resources... Continue Reading
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 aggressive schedule Senate Republicans have planned for 2025 in order to confirm President Trump’s nominees and move his agenda through Congress. Thune noted that next year’s schedule... Continue Reading
WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) today announced that Jennifer Hemingway will serve as Senate Sergeant at Arms and Jackie Barber will serve as Secretary of the Senate in the 119th Congress. “Jennifer and Jackie are two immensely qualified professionals who will be crucial to the Senate functioning day... Continue Reading
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
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
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
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
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
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
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