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Oct. 2, 2020 The Kind of Supreme Court Justice All Americans Should Want Sen. John Thune
Oct. 2, 2020 Tweet - "Praying for the continued health of our president and first lady after their #COVID19 diagnosis and for all Americans who have been affected by this awful virus. We're still in this fight together." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 30, 2020 Johnson Legislation Honoring Ben Reifel Passes the House Rep. Dusty Johnson
Sept. 30, 2020 Tweet - "The focus of this SCOTUS process should be on Judge Barrett & her tremendous judicial record. She knows the next few weeks are going to be tough, but off the bat, I want to say how shameful it is that some have already begun to question her faith. We should be above such attacks." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 30, 2020 Tweet - "Hearing rumors Dems will use procedural tactics in an attempt to delay Judge Barrett's confirmation. I'm tired of watching Democrats use the Senate floor as a stage for their political drama. If they continue, we'll gladly use the time to confirm more judges to the federal bench." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 29, 2020 Thune to Support Judge Amy Coney Barrett's Nomination to Serve on the Supreme Court Sen. John Thune
Sept. 29, 2020 Tweet - "After meeting with Judge Barrett, I'm confident she has what it takes to be a phenomenal Supreme Court justice. We discussed her extensive experience & principled judicial philosophy. I look forward to voting for Judge Barrett to serve on the Supreme Court." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 29, 2020 Tweet - "I will be very proud to offer my support for Judge Amy Coney Barrett to serve on the Supreme Court." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 28, 2020 Tweet - "It's going to be very hard to argue that Judge Barrett is not qualified for the Supreme Court. She respects the Constitution, law, and precedent. She is vigilant about making sure they are applied in an even-handed way -- exactly the kind of justice you would want" Sen. John Thune
Sept. 28, 2020 Thune Joins Fox News' "Your World With Neil Cavuto" to Discuss Supreme Court Nominee Judge Amy Coney Barrett Sen. John Thune
Sept. 27, 2020 South Dakota War College - US Senator John Thune's Weekly Column: My Constitutional Duty Sen. John Thune
Sept. 26, 2020 Tweet - "My statement on the president's nomination of Judge Amy Coney Barrett to serve on the Supreme Court. While I look forward to meeting Judge Barrett & learning more about her experience, her resume speaks for itself. She's an impartial jurist who doesn't legislate from the bench." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 26, 2020 Thune Statement on the Nomination of Judge Amy Coney Barrett to Serve on the Supreme Court Sen. John Thune
Sept. 26, 2020 Rounds Statement on Supreme Court Nominee Sen. Mike Rounds
Sept. 25, 2020 Tweet - "Good to chat w/ @CraigMattick & reminisce about my dad's life as an athlete, WWII fighter pilot, teacher, & coach. It brought back memories of my dad's stories -- from playing basketball at Madison Square Garden to pick-up games on USS Intrepid. Interview " Sen. John Thune
Sept. 23, 2020 Tweet - "Very mature. America is battling a global pandemic and mourning the loss of a Supreme Court justice, but Chuck Schumer is determined to prevent committees from meeting on important topics like election security. #TemperTantrum" Sen. John Thune
Sept. 23, 2020 Tweet - "You can be upset when things don't go your way, but you still have to show up and do your job. Millions of Americans across the country know this. I wish the minority leader would follow their example." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 22, 2020 Tweet - "Some Democrats have gone as far as to say that "nothing is off the table" when it comes to retribution for having a Senate vote on the president's nominee -- a grade school-style threat with constitutional consequences." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 22, 2020 Tweet - "Unbelievable. The Senate Intelligence Committee was supposed to have a hearing on election security today. The Democratic leader objected & blocked the meeting from happening. Mark "election security" down as the first target of Democrats' SCOTUS retribution." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 22, 2020 Tweet - "When Dems say "nothing is off the table" if they regain the majority, they mean: -Scrapping protections for the Senate minority put in place by founders -Increasing number of SCOTUS justices (to pack it w/ liberal judges) -Making DC & PR states (in hopes of 2 Dem senators each)" Sen. John Thune
Sept. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Speaker Pelosi has withheld vital CCC funding from the House govt funding bill -- reneging on the previous bipartisan agreement. This $ would go toward helping American farmers hit hard by the pandemic, feeding children who normally rely on school lunches, & other vital areas." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 21, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Adam Smith, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Mac Thornberry, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. James Inhofe, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee - Tester Spearheads Senate Call to Ensure his Landmark Agent Orange Exposure Bill is Included in Final Annual Defense Bill Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Despite the Dem-led misinformation campaign, filling this SCOTUS seat follows historical Senate norms. There is a different precedent if you have a divided government (2016) vs. having the same party in control in the WH & Senate (now). In fact, Joe Biden made the distinction." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 21, 2020 Johnson Tribal School Bill Passes the House Rep. Dusty Johnson
Sept. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Many GOP senators -- myself included -- decided to run for office for this very reason: to be in a position to restore the court to its original constitutional purpose as a judicial body, not a legislative one. We ran for this. We were elected for this. Now, we will follow through." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 18, 2020 Thune Statement on the Passing of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Sen. John Thune
Sept. 18, 2020 Tweet - "All of the brave men & women who serve our country deserve our fullest gratitude and respect. Extremely thankful for 73 years of incredible flying by @usairforce . SD is proud to be home to Ellsworth AFB and Joe Foss Field, with exciting missions on the horizon. #USAF73 #AFBday" Sen. John Thune
Sept. 18, 2020 Tweet - "My full statement on the passing of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg below Downwards arrow. We didn't always agree, but RBG was a true patriot who loved this country and dedicated her life to serving the American people and the law." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 18, 2020 A March to Common Ground Rep. Dusty Johnson
Sept. 17, 2020 A Reason for Gratitude in Tough Times Sen. John Thune
Sept. 17, 2020 Tweet - "What a shameful and unproductive attempt to tear down one of the strongest women leaders in Congress. This kind of "commentary' deserves no place in our political discourse." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 17, 2020 Newhouse Leads Colleagues to Demand House Vote on MMIW Legislation Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 16, 2020 Tweet - "Democrats are already plotting to do away with the filibuster if political roles & majorities reverse. But take a look at what they've been up to in the minority -- blocking bills at every turn." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 15, 2020 Tweet - "Senate Dems recently filibustered: Relief funding for schools COVID vaccine funding Stimulus payments to Americans Police reform Now, they're saying they would eliminate the filibuster. This situation stretches the meaning of irony -- even by Washington standards." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 15, 2020 Tweet - "The @SenateGOP majority has, at times, been frustrated by the filibuster, but we've always respected what it means to the Senate. Now, here we are, defending the rights Dems enjoy in the minority while they're already talking about rolling them back if they regain the majority." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 10, 2020 Delegation Applauds Progress Toward Keeping Hot Springs VA Medical Center Open Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - To Help Maine's Rural Veterans, Senator King and Bipartisan Group of Senators Call for VA Voice Telehealth Services Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 8, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Gardner Urges House Leadership to Quickly Pass Veteran Mental Health Legislation Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 4, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Tester Presses VA to Provide Coverage for Telehealth Services for Family Members During COVID-19 Pandemic Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 4, 2020 Tweet - "1.4 million jobs were added back, and unemployment fell lower in August -- a pretty good #JobsReport showing improvement in the economy. We still have a ways to go to get back to the stellar economy we had before #COVID19, but this a good progress." Sen. John Thune
Aug. 28, 2020 Tweet - "Honored to send off members of the @SD_Guard 's 196th MEB at their activation ceremony in Sioux Falls. So proud of these South Dakotans who have all chosen to serve our country." Sen. John Thune
Aug. 26, 2020 Letter to The Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary, U.S. Department of Agriculture - Murphy Joins Republican Members to Send Letter Urging USDA to Give Schools Flexibility Needed to Feed Students During COVID Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 25, 2020 Letter to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Bonamici, Katko, Wild, Stefanik Lead Bipartisan Call for $1.1B to Fund Programs for Older Americans During COVID-19 Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Together again. Harold Thune 1919-2020. RIP Dad. #greatestgeneration" Sen. John Thune
Aug. 21, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the United States Senate, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Minority Leader of the United States House of Representatives - Barrasso Urges COVID-19 Support for Tribes Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 19, 2020 Tweet - "A while ago, my siblings & I spent a day cleaning out our childhood home. At the time, I didn't fully recognize how special it was to spend that time with my family walking down memory lane. Now, with the loss of my dad, I appreciate even more how meaningful that experience was." Sen. John Thune
Aug. 18, 2020 Tweet - "Today, we celebrate the 100th anniversary of women winning their long-overdue right to vote. I always told my daughters they could do anything they dreamed of. I'm proud to live in a country where that's true. We owe so much to women who paved the way for equality. #19thAmendment" Sen. John Thune
Aug. 13, 2020 Tester, Rounds Spearhead Legislation to Streamline Benefits for Disabled Veterans Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Today, on #NationalPurpleHeartDay, we pay tribute to and honor our country's brave heroes who fought with valor and sacrificed in the defense of freedom. One of the best parts of my job is helping South Dakotans get the recognition they deserve." Sen. John Thune
July 31, 2020 Tweet - "Democrats voting against extending benefits for unemployed Americans just to spite Republicans might be a new low. And remember, these funds were passed *unanimously* in March." Sen. John Thune
Date Title Politician
Oct. 2, 2020 The Kind of Supreme Court Justice All Americans Should Want Sen.John Thune
Oct. 2, 2020 Tweet - "Praying for the continued health of our president and first lady after their #COVID19 diagnosis and for all Americans who have been affected by this awful virus. We're still in this fight together." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 30, 2020 Johnson Legislation Honoring Ben Reifel Passes the House Rep.Dusty Johnson
Sept. 30, 2020 Tweet - "The focus of this SCOTUS process should be on Judge Barrett & her tremendous judicial record. She knows the next few weeks are going to be tough, but off the bat, I want to say how shameful it is that some have already begun to question her faith. We should be above such attacks." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 30, 2020 Tweet - "Hearing rumors Dems will use procedural tactics in an attempt to delay Judge Barrett's confirmation. I'm tired of watching Democrats use the Senate floor as a stage for their political drama. If they continue, we'll gladly use the time to confirm more judges to the federal bench." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 29, 2020 Thune to Support Judge Amy Coney Barrett's Nomination to Serve on the Supreme Court Sen.John Thune
Sept. 29, 2020 Tweet - "After meeting with Judge Barrett, I'm confident she has what it takes to be a phenomenal Supreme Court justice. We discussed her extensive experience & principled judicial philosophy. I look forward to voting for Judge Barrett to serve on the Supreme Court." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 29, 2020 Tweet - "I will be very proud to offer my support for Judge Amy Coney Barrett to serve on the Supreme Court." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 28, 2020 Tweet - "It's going to be very hard to argue that Judge Barrett is not qualified for the Supreme Court. She respects the Constitution, law, and precedent. She is vigilant about making sure they are applied in an even-handed way -- exactly the kind of justice you would want" Sen.John Thune
Sept. 28, 2020 Thune Joins Fox News' "Your World With Neil Cavuto" to Discuss Supreme Court Nominee Judge Amy Coney Barrett Sen.John Thune
Sept. 27, 2020 South Dakota War College - US Senator John Thune's Weekly Column: My Constitutional Duty Sen.John Thune
Sept. 26, 2020 Tweet - "My statement on the president's nomination of Judge Amy Coney Barrett to serve on the Supreme Court. While I look forward to meeting Judge Barrett & learning more about her experience, her resume speaks for itself. She's an impartial jurist who doesn't legislate from the bench." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 26, 2020 Thune Statement on the Nomination of Judge Amy Coney Barrett to Serve on the Supreme Court Sen.John Thune
Sept. 26, 2020 Rounds Statement on Supreme Court Nominee Sen.Mike Rounds
Sept. 25, 2020 Tweet - "Good to chat w/ @CraigMattick & reminisce about my dad's life as an athlete, WWII fighter pilot, teacher, & coach. It brought back memories of my dad's stories -- from playing basketball at Madison Square Garden to pick-up games on USS Intrepid. Interview " Sen.John Thune
Sept. 23, 2020 Tweet - "Very mature. America is battling a global pandemic and mourning the loss of a Supreme Court justice, but Chuck Schumer is determined to prevent committees from meeting on important topics like election security. #TemperTantrum" Sen.John Thune
Sept. 23, 2020 Tweet - "You can be upset when things don't go your way, but you still have to show up and do your job. Millions of Americans across the country know this. I wish the minority leader would follow their example." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 22, 2020 Tweet - "Some Democrats have gone as far as to say that "nothing is off the table" when it comes to retribution for having a Senate vote on the president's nominee -- a grade school-style threat with constitutional consequences." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 22, 2020 Tweet - "Unbelievable. The Senate Intelligence Committee was supposed to have a hearing on election security today. The Democratic leader objected & blocked the meeting from happening. Mark "election security" down as the first target of Democrats' SCOTUS retribution." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 22, 2020 Tweet - "When Dems say "nothing is off the table" if they regain the majority, they mean: -Scrapping protections for the Senate minority put in place by founders -Increasing number of SCOTUS justices (to pack it w/ liberal judges) -Making DC & PR states (in hopes of 2 Dem senators each)" Sen.John Thune
Sept. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Speaker Pelosi has withheld vital CCC funding from the House govt funding bill -- reneging on the previous bipartisan agreement. This $ would go toward helping American farmers hit hard by the pandemic, feeding children who normally rely on school lunches, & other vital areas." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 21, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Adam Smith, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Mac Thornberry, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. James Inhofe, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee - Tester Spearheads Senate Call to Ensure his Landmark Agent Orange Exposure Bill is Included in Final Annual Defense Bill Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Despite the Dem-led misinformation campaign, filling this SCOTUS seat follows historical Senate norms. There is a different precedent if you have a divided government (2016) vs. having the same party in control in the WH & Senate (now). In fact, Joe Biden made the distinction." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 21, 2020 Johnson Tribal School Bill Passes the House Rep.Dusty Johnson
Sept. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Many GOP senators -- myself included -- decided to run for office for this very reason: to be in a position to restore the court to its original constitutional purpose as a judicial body, not a legislative one. We ran for this. We were elected for this. Now, we will follow through." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 18, 2020 Thune Statement on the Passing of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Sen.John Thune
Sept. 18, 2020 Tweet - "All of the brave men & women who serve our country deserve our fullest gratitude and respect. Extremely thankful for 73 years of incredible flying by @usairforce . SD is proud to be home to Ellsworth AFB and Joe Foss Field, with exciting missions on the horizon. #USAF73 #AFBday" Sen.John Thune
Sept. 18, 2020 Tweet - "My full statement on the passing of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg below Downwards arrow. We didn't always agree, but RBG was a true patriot who loved this country and dedicated her life to serving the American people and the law." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 18, 2020 A March to Common Ground Rep.Dusty Johnson
Sept. 17, 2020 A Reason for Gratitude in Tough Times Sen.John Thune
Sept. 17, 2020 Tweet - "What a shameful and unproductive attempt to tear down one of the strongest women leaders in Congress. This kind of "commentary' deserves no place in our political discourse." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 17, 2020 Newhouse Leads Colleagues to Demand House Vote on MMIW Legislation Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 16, 2020 Tweet - "Democrats are already plotting to do away with the filibuster if political roles & majorities reverse. But take a look at what they've been up to in the minority -- blocking bills at every turn." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 15, 2020 Tweet - "Senate Dems recently filibustered: Relief funding for schools COVID vaccine funding Stimulus payments to Americans Police reform Now, they're saying they would eliminate the filibuster. This situation stretches the meaning of irony -- even by Washington standards." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 15, 2020 Tweet - "The @SenateGOP majority has, at times, been frustrated by the filibuster, but we've always respected what it means to the Senate. Now, here we are, defending the rights Dems enjoy in the minority while they're already talking about rolling them back if they regain the majority." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 10, 2020 Delegation Applauds Progress Toward Keeping Hot Springs VA Medical Center Open Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - To Help Maine's Rural Veterans, Senator King and Bipartisan Group of Senators Call for VA Voice Telehealth Services Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 8, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Gardner Urges House Leadership to Quickly Pass Veteran Mental Health Legislation Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 4, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Tester Presses VA to Provide Coverage for Telehealth Services for Family Members During COVID-19 Pandemic Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 4, 2020 Tweet - "1.4 million jobs were added back, and unemployment fell lower in August -- a pretty good #JobsReport showing improvement in the economy. We still have a ways to go to get back to the stellar economy we had before #COVID19, but this a good progress." Sen.John Thune
Aug. 28, 2020 Tweet - "Honored to send off members of the @SD_Guard 's 196th MEB at their activation ceremony in Sioux Falls. So proud of these South Dakotans who have all chosen to serve our country." Sen.John Thune
Aug. 26, 2020 Letter to The Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary, U.S. Department of Agriculture - Murphy Joins Republican Members to Send Letter Urging USDA to Give Schools Flexibility Needed to Feed Students During COVID Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 25, 2020 Letter to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Bonamici, Katko, Wild, Stefanik Lead Bipartisan Call for $1.1B to Fund Programs for Older Americans During COVID-19 Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Together again. Harold Thune 1919-2020. RIP Dad. #greatestgeneration" Sen.John Thune
Aug. 21, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the United States Senate, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Minority Leader of the United States House of Representatives - Barrasso Urges COVID-19 Support for Tribes Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 19, 2020 Tweet - "A while ago, my siblings & I spent a day cleaning out our childhood home. At the time, I didn't fully recognize how special it was to spend that time with my family walking down memory lane. Now, with the loss of my dad, I appreciate even more how meaningful that experience was." Sen.John Thune
Aug. 18, 2020 Tweet - "Today, we celebrate the 100th anniversary of women winning their long-overdue right to vote. I always told my daughters they could do anything they dreamed of. I'm proud to live in a country where that's true. We owe so much to women who paved the way for equality. #19thAmendment" Sen.John Thune
Aug. 13, 2020 Tester, Rounds Spearhead Legislation to Streamline Benefits for Disabled Veterans Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Today, on #NationalPurpleHeartDay, we pay tribute to and honor our country's brave heroes who fought with valor and sacrificed in the defense of freedom. One of the best parts of my job is helping South Dakotans get the recognition they deserve." Sen.John Thune
July 31, 2020 Tweet - "Democrats voting against extending benefits for unemployed Americans just to spite Republicans might be a new low. And remember, these funds were passed *unanimously* in March." Sen.John Thune
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