Click here to read. In the tragic and sudden loss of Sen. Lindsey Graham, America has lost one of its greatest patriots. I have lost a dear friend. And the Republican Party has lost a champion. Much will rightfully be written about Lindsey’s strong advocacy on behalf of the United States and... Continue Reading
There’s almost nothing parents won’t do for their kids. From the moment they hand you that little bundle, your whole life becomes about giving them a better life. For many of us, that’s the essence of the American Dream: to give your children a better life than you had. Last... Continue Reading
One year ago, on July 4, 2025, President Trump signed the Working Families Tax Cuts into law. Thanks to this Republican tax relief bill, 97 percent of Americans who filed their taxes this year saw a tax cut. They saw larger tax refunds, smaller tax bills, and collectively saved $82... Continue Reading
Two hundred and fifty years ago, on July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress formally adopted the Declaration of Independence. Like the first shot at the Battle of Lexington, the Declaration was heard around the world. It laid out the causes which impelled the colonists’ separation and the principles that would... Continue Reading
Ask a group of people what they think of when they hear “American Dream,” and homeownership is likely to come up. But in that same conversation, you will also likely hear that that part of the American Dream is increasingly out of reach. Many Americans have simply been priced out... Continue Reading
By Sen. John Thune It’s been almost one year since Republicans passed the Working Families Tax Cuts and secured permanent tax relief for hardworking South Dakotans and families across the country. And after one year, it’s clear that Republicans’ landmark tax relief bill is delivering on its promise to put... Continue Reading
The month of June is Great Outdoors Month, and it’s a good thing because just one day, or even a whole week, would hardly be enough to celebrate South Dakota’s natural treasures. From the ponderosa pines to the prairies and the Palisades, there’s so much to see in South Dakota.... Continue Reading
The month of May is dedicated to those who have served and continue to serve our country at home and around the world. Military Spouse Day, Armed Forces Day, and Memorial Day, when we remember all those who have laid down their lives in service to our country, all fall... Continue Reading
We need law enforcement officers to patrol our borders, to prevent criminals and illegal drugs from entering our country, and to take dangerous illegal aliens off of our streets. This may seem obvious, but unfortunately, my Democrat colleagues think funding law enforcement is optional – and right now they’re opting... Continue Reading
Take a look at a police officer’s belt, and you get a sense of their job. They carry handcuffs for criminals, a flashlight to see in the dark places they have to go, and a first aid kit to help a person who’s hurt. And in a single shift, an... Continue Reading
During the first week of May, we celebrate Small Business Week. This time of year, the impact that small businesses have in our communities is especially evident. We might notice the Little League team has the name of its local business sponsor on the back of its jerseys. High schoolers... Continue Reading
