SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — 

U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.), chairman of the Senate Republican Conference, issued the following statement on the 2016 elections:

“Congratulations to President-elect Trump for his election to serve as president of this great country. The American people have cast their votes and elected Republicans to the majority in the Senate for another two years. The Republican-led Senate is committed to continuing the work we began two years ago to make government more effective and accountable. We will continue to advance policies that promote job growth and opportunities for all, and protect our nation's security. We look forward to working with President-elect Trump and our colleagues in Congress to address the critical issues facing our country.”