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Feb. 23, 2022 Letter to Hon. Janet Yellen, Secretary of the Treasury - Hoeven Calls on Treasury to Help Auto Dealerships Handle Inflation, Supply Chain Shortages Sen. John Thune, ...
Feb. 21, 2022 Tweet - "Proud to be from the home of Mount Rushmore. South Dakota is the best place in the country to celebrate our great American presidents. #PresidentsDay" Sen. John Thune
Feb. 18, 2022 Tweet - "All Americans, especially our veterans, deserve to know the full story behind Biden's disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal. Teamed up with @SenatorRisch on a bill to require @StateDept to release the dissent cable warning of Afghanistan's impending collapse--which went unheeded." Sen. John Thune
Feb. 16, 2022 Tweet - "In January, the U.S. inflation rate hit 7.5 percent -- the highest rate in 40 years. After a year of Republicans sounding the alarm, I am glad Dems no longer view this as a "high-class" problem. It's no secret that inflation has the biggest impact on those who can least afford it." Sen. John Thune
Feb. 16, 2022 Wicker, Risch, Colleagues Announce Russia Sanctions Legislation Sen. John Thune, ...
Feb. 16, 2022 Thune: Biden's Border Crisis Affecting Communities in South Dakota Sen. John Thune
Feb. 15, 2022 Thune: Democrats' Self-Inflicted Inflation Crisis is Hurting South Dakota Families Sen. John Thune
Feb. 14, 2022 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security and Martin Walsh, U.S. Department of Labor - Sen. Cramer, Bipartisan Colleagues Call for More H-2B Visas to Support Seasonal Small Businesses Sen. John Thune, ...
Feb. 11, 2022 Johnson Supports "Protecting Parental Rights Act" Rep. Dusty Johnson
Feb. 11, 2022 Letter to Hon Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security and Hon. Martin Walsh, Secretary of Labor - Rounds, King Lead Bipartisan Group of 35 Senators To Call for More H-2B Visas to Support Seasonal Small Businesses Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 10, 2022 Johnson Cosponsors Can't Cancel Your Own Debt Act Rep. Dusty Johnson
Feb. 10, 2022 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security and Hon. Martin Walsh, Secretary of Labor - Warner, Kaine Urge Biden Administration to Ensure Virginia Seafood Processors Receive Necessary Visas Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 10, 2022 Tweet - "Parents in South Dakota are better equipped to ensure the safety of their children than bureaucrats in Washington. It's a massive overreach from the federal government to be mandating that Head Start students, as young as two years old, wear masks." Sen. John Thune
Feb. 9, 2022 Rubio, Tuberville, Thune Introduce Legislation to Streamline Post-9/11 GI Bill Benefits Sen. John Thune, ...
Feb. 9, 2022 Thune, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Streamline Post-9/11 GI Bill Benefits Sen. John Thune
Feb. 9, 2022 Thune: Biden Prioritizes Pet Projects Instead of Addressing Rampant Supply Chain Crisis Sen. John Thune
Feb. 9, 2022 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary Department of Homeland Security, and Hon. Martin Walsh, Secretary of Department of Labor, Bennet, Hickenlooper Urge Biden Administration To Address Labor Shortages With Visa Cap Relief Sen. John Thune, ...
Feb. 8, 2022 Thune: Democrats Ignore Soaring Inflation, South Dakota Families Pay the Price Sen. John Thune
Feb. 4, 2022 Tweet - "Spoke with @sdsoybean about my support for biofuels, the effects of inflation on ag, and my recently introduced shipping reform bill. It would improve access to shipping containers and help expand foreign markets for S.D. soybeans & other goods." Sen. John Thune
Feb. 4, 2022 Tweet - "It's economics 101: inflation is too many dollars chasing too few goods. Dems' desire to flood the zone with more spending will only make inflation worse. Americans are already feeling the pain at the pump & at the grocery store." Sen. John Thune
Feb. 3, 2022 Johnson & Garamendi Respond to Senate Ocean Shipping Supply Chain Bill Rep. Dusty Johnson
Feb. 2, 2022 Senate VA Committee Unanimously Passes Legislation to Provide Health Care for Post-9/11 Toxic-Exposed Veterans Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 2, 2022 Tweet - "President Biden and Vice President Harris won't acknowledge the magnitude of our border security problems. What kind of message does it send to those seeking to come to the U.S. illegally?" Sen. John Thune
Feb. 1, 2022 Thune on Fox News: Democrats Missed an Opportunity to Send Putin a Message Sen. John Thune
Feb. 1, 2022 Tweet - "Reminder: We're in the middle of the worst border crisis in U.S. history -- 2 million+ illegal border crossing attempts in 2021 alone. Pres. Biden still refuses to visit the border, & his border czar, VP Harris, has been completely AWOL." Sen. John Thune
Feb. 1, 2022 Thune: Biden's Crisis-Ridden First Year Sen. John Thune
Jan. 27, 2022 Tweet: Joined a productive roundtable discussion hosted by @Mitchell_SD & @MitchellCOC about the many issues impacting businesses in Mitchell and the surrounding communities. I appreciate the insightful feedback from folks who stopped by. Sen. John Thune
Jan. 27, 2022 Tweet: Here's what I'll be looking for as the Senate considers filling the upcoming SCOTUS vacancy: I want someone who will apply the law impartially, not make the law; Call balls & strikes, not rewrite the rules of the game. There's no room for judicial activism on the Supreme Court. Sen. John Thune
Jan. 27, 2022 Tweet: Right now, businesses across South Dakota and the country are facing workforce challenges. Mitchell Technical College is doing a top-notch job preparing their students for successful careers in good-paying jobs. Sen. John Thune
Jan. 26, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - Lofgren, Panetta, Costa & Bipartisan Colleagues Urge Biden Admin to Take Further Action to Ease Supply Chain Problems, Allow American Farmers to Fairly Compete Globally Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 26, 2022 Tweet: As of today, the unconstitutional federal vaccine mandate for private sector workers is withdrawn -- a huge win for personal freedom. I've strongly opposed this counterproductive gov't overreach from day one and will continue to empower South Dakotans to make their own decisions. Sen. John Thune
Jan. 24, 2022 Letter to Hon. David Ferriero, Archivist of the United States - Bentz, Keller, Bost Demand National Personnel Records Center Fully Reopen for Veterans' Access to Benefits Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 24, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - Costa calls on Biden to take further action on supply chain crisis Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 24, 2022 Letter to Hon. David Ferriero, Archivist of the United States - DAVIS, BOST URGE NATIONAL PERSONNEL RECORDS CENTER TO FULLY REOPEN TO IN-PERSON STAFFING Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 21, 2022 One Year…it's Been a Bumpy Ride Rep. Dusty Johnson
Jan. 20, 2022 Thune: Democrats' Arrogance of Power is on Full Display in Crusade to Weaken Minority Party Rights Sen. John Thune
Jan. 20, 2022 Tweet: Biden ignored warnings about rolling back effective immigration policies, giving a green light to traffickers & driving a humanitarian crisis on our southern border. I joined over 100 lawmakers in requesting a full accounting of the Biden administration's failed border policies. Sen. John Thune
Jan. 20, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Cuffari, Inspector General Dept. of Homeland Security - Womack Pushes for Answers on Border Crisis Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Thune Grades President Biden's First Year in Office Sen. John Thune
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet: Democrats didn't think the Senate's 60-vote threshold was so bad last week when they used it to turn their backs on Ukraine and support Putin's pipeline. Their hypocrisy knows no bounds. Sen. John Thune
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet: Right now the filibuster is the only thing standing in the way of Democrats passing whatever radical, socialist agenda they want. "Free-everything," Green New Deal-style, debt-exploding bills are on the table. Every American should be watching what Senate Democrats do today. Sen. John Thune
Jan. 13, 2022 Thune, Scott Introduce Bill to Combat Democrats' Inflationary Spending Sen. John Thune, ...
Jan. 13, 2022 JOHNSON LEADS BILL TO ESTABLISH CONGRESSIONAL CHARTER FOR AMERICAN INDIAN VETERANS Rep. Dusty Johnson
Jan. 13, 2022 Thune: Democrats Continue Their Campaign to Abolish the Filibuster, Break the Senate Sen. John Thune
Jan. 12, 2022 Thune on Fox News: Desperate Democrats Want to Destroy the Senate Sen. John Thune
Jan. 12, 2022 Tweet: Democrats' plan to nuke the filibuster, a lazy shortcut to force through their socialist agenda, would have terrible long-term consequences for our country. All majorities are temporary, and Dems will eventually have to live with the reality they create. Sen. John Thune
Jan. 12, 2022 Tweet: Who could've predicted that dumping trillions of federal dollars into the economy would skyrocket inflation… Americans continue to pay the price for Ds' reckless spending. Sen. John Thune
Jan. 11, 2022 Thune: Democrats Threaten to Change the Rules if They Can't Get Their Way Sen. John Thune
Jan. 11, 2022 Tweet: The filibuster is a critically important part of our government. It ensures 3 KEY things: 1. The majority of laws are bipartisan 2. Laws that impact Americans' lives aren't changing every few years 3. Americans w/ representatives in the minority party still have a voice in gov't Sen. John Thune
Jan. 5, 2022 Thune: Democrats Want to Change the Rules in the Middle of the Game to Pass Radical Policies Sen. John Thune
Jan. 4, 2022 Tweet: Couldn't have said it better myself, Leader Schumer. These days, @SenSchumer has changed his tune & would gladly bulldoze through historic rules to get his way. Sen. John Thune
Jan. 4, 2022 Tweet: "It'll be a doomsday for democracy." That's how @SenSchumer described eliminating the Senate filibuster when the shoe was on the other foot. Sen. John Thune
Jan. 4, 2022 Thune: Democrats Receive "F" on 2021 Report Card Sen. John Thune
Dec. 22, 2021 Letter to Hon. Janet Yellen, Secretary Dept. of the Treasury - Finance Republicans Demand Treasury Analysis of OECD Agreement Sen. John Thune, ...
Dec. 21, 2021 Letter to Hon. Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State; Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security - Visa Processing to Address Farm Labor Shortages Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Dec. 14, 2021 Thune, Smith, Rounds, Tester Introduce Legislation to Encourage Homeownership Across Indian Country Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 10, 2021 Letter to Dr. Kilolo Kijakazi, Acting Commissioner Social Security Administration - Reopening Field Offices to the Public Sen. John Thune, ...
Dec. 9, 2021 Tweet - "I appreciate Sisseton-Wahpeton Tribal Chairman Hopkins and tribal council members taking the time to meet with me today. We had a good conversation about their infrastructure and law enforcement-related priorities." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 8, 2021 Tweet - "It may be easy for a wealthy Democrat politician to dismiss high inflation, but for families living paycheck to paycheck, the higher cost of groceries, heating, or gas can mean tough decisions -- like choosing between heating the house or filling up the car to get to work." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 5, 2021 Tweet - "Senator Bob Dole was a distinguished statesman & WWII hero who truly lived a life of purpose in service to our country. America is a better place because of his many contributions. Kimberley and I are sending prayers to Elizabeth and his entire family." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 4, 2021 Rounds Questions VA Secretary McDonough on Implementation of MISSION Act Sen. Mike Rounds
Dec. 2, 2021 Letter to Hon. Charles P. Rettig, Commissioner Internal Revenue Service - ProPublica Leak Sen. John Thune, ...
Dec. 1, 2021 Tweet - "Roe v. Wade was a bad decision, and the Supreme Court acted far outside of the Constitution when it created this precedent nearly 50 years ago. Our country was founded on the right to life, a right that should be extended to unborn children." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 30, 2021 Tweet - "Tomorrow SCOTUS will hear arguments in the Dobbs case, which offers the best opportunity in years to see Roe v. Wade overturned or modified -- something that's long overdue. I hope SCOTUS will uphold Mississippi's law and open the door to greater protection for unborn children." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 23, 2021 Letter to Chairman Maffel, Federal Maritime Commission - Crapo, Risch, Colleagues Raise Concerns Over New Container Shipping Fees at Ports Sen. John Thune, ...
Nov. 18, 2021 Letter to Hon. Debra Haaland, Secretary of the Interior - Delegation Requests Additional Funding to Address Safety Hazards for SWO Law Enforcement Sen. John Thune, ...
Nov. 11, 2021 Tweet - "Great game for #VeteransDay2021 at the @SanfordPentagon with the @USAirForce team taking on @SDCoyotesMBB . Awesome to see SD and today's patriotic crowd support our American heroes. Shout-out to CMSgt Hilmoe's beautiful rendition of our national anthem." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 11, 2021 Tweet - "In Alexandria today for the bridge naming ceremony, honoring fallen US Army SSG Gregory Wagner. It was a powerful way to commemorate #VeteransDay and honor our American heroes who have served and sacrificed to protect our freedom. Thank you, veterans!" Sen. John Thune
Nov. 9, 2021 Tweet - "It was an honor to meet Louie Bjerke, a Day County vet who served in Japan during WWII. He was a member of the Army National Guard and a volunteer firefighter for 40 years. Talk about a life filled with purpose. South Dakota is grateful for his service." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 8, 2021 Tweet - "Visited the beautiful Crazy Horse Memorial in honor of Native American Heritage Month. This monument is a great tribute to the incredible contributions native communities have made to South Dakota and our nation." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 8, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Senators Write To Biden Calling For Increased Digital Trade In The Indo-Pacific Sen. John Thune, ...
Nov. 5, 2021 Letter to Hon. Tom Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture - Thune Leads Republican Colleagues in Urging USDA to Reverse Decision to Include So-Called "Net Neutrality" Commitments in ReConnect Program Sen. John Thune, ...
Nov. 4, 2021 Tweet - "Giving illegal migrants taxpayer-funded settlements of nearly half a million dollars *per person* is an insult to the hard-working Americans who would pay for this outrageous plan." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 3, 2021 Tweet - "First, with relaxed border policies, President Biden sent the message that our southern border was open for all who wanted to enter. Now, he is signaling that crossing the border could mean a taxpayer-funded payout for families. Instead of solving crises, Biden just creates more." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 3, 2021 Tweet - "Deciding what's considered on the Senate floor is about priorities, and our men & women in uniform don't seem to be very high on Dems' list. There is absolutely no reason for the Senate to continue spinning its wheels while the annual defense bill languishes. Let's get to work." Sen. John Thune
Date Title Politician
Feb. 23, 2022 Letter to Hon. Janet Yellen, Secretary of the Treasury - Hoeven Calls on Treasury to Help Auto Dealerships Handle Inflation, Supply Chain Shortages Sen.John Thune, ...
Feb. 21, 2022 Tweet - "Proud to be from the home of Mount Rushmore. South Dakota is the best place in the country to celebrate our great American presidents. #PresidentsDay" Sen.John Thune
Feb. 18, 2022 Tweet - "All Americans, especially our veterans, deserve to know the full story behind Biden's disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal. Teamed up with @SenatorRisch on a bill to require @StateDept to release the dissent cable warning of Afghanistan's impending collapse--which went unheeded." Sen.John Thune
Feb. 16, 2022 Tweet - "In January, the U.S. inflation rate hit 7.5 percent -- the highest rate in 40 years. After a year of Republicans sounding the alarm, I am glad Dems no longer view this as a "high-class" problem. It's no secret that inflation has the biggest impact on those who can least afford it." Sen.John Thune
Feb. 16, 2022 Wicker, Risch, Colleagues Announce Russia Sanctions Legislation Sen.John Thune, ...
Feb. 16, 2022 Thune: Biden's Border Crisis Affecting Communities in South Dakota Sen.John Thune
Feb. 15, 2022 Thune: Democrats' Self-Inflicted Inflation Crisis is Hurting South Dakota Families Sen.John Thune
Feb. 14, 2022 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security and Martin Walsh, U.S. Department of Labor - Sen. Cramer, Bipartisan Colleagues Call for More H-2B Visas to Support Seasonal Small Businesses Sen.John Thune, ...
Feb. 11, 2022 Johnson Supports "Protecting Parental Rights Act" Rep.Dusty Johnson
Feb. 11, 2022 Letter to Hon Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security and Hon. Martin Walsh, Secretary of Labor - Rounds, King Lead Bipartisan Group of 35 Senators To Call for More H-2B Visas to Support Seasonal Small Businesses Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 10, 2022 Johnson Cosponsors Can't Cancel Your Own Debt Act Rep.Dusty Johnson
Feb. 10, 2022 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security and Hon. Martin Walsh, Secretary of Labor - Warner, Kaine Urge Biden Administration to Ensure Virginia Seafood Processors Receive Necessary Visas Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 10, 2022 Tweet - "Parents in South Dakota are better equipped to ensure the safety of their children than bureaucrats in Washington. It's a massive overreach from the federal government to be mandating that Head Start students, as young as two years old, wear masks." Sen.John Thune
Feb. 9, 2022 Rubio, Tuberville, Thune Introduce Legislation to Streamline Post-9/11 GI Bill Benefits Sen.John Thune, ...
Feb. 9, 2022 Thune, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Streamline Post-9/11 GI Bill Benefits Sen.John Thune
Feb. 9, 2022 Thune: Biden Prioritizes Pet Projects Instead of Addressing Rampant Supply Chain Crisis Sen.John Thune
Feb. 9, 2022 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary Department of Homeland Security, and Hon. Martin Walsh, Secretary of Department of Labor, Bennet, Hickenlooper Urge Biden Administration To Address Labor Shortages With Visa Cap Relief Sen.John Thune, ...
Feb. 8, 2022 Thune: Democrats Ignore Soaring Inflation, South Dakota Families Pay the Price Sen.John Thune
Feb. 4, 2022 Tweet - "Spoke with @sdsoybean about my support for biofuels, the effects of inflation on ag, and my recently introduced shipping reform bill. It would improve access to shipping containers and help expand foreign markets for S.D. soybeans & other goods." Sen.John Thune
Feb. 4, 2022 Tweet - "It's economics 101: inflation is too many dollars chasing too few goods. Dems' desire to flood the zone with more spending will only make inflation worse. Americans are already feeling the pain at the pump & at the grocery store." Sen.John Thune
Feb. 3, 2022 Johnson & Garamendi Respond to Senate Ocean Shipping Supply Chain Bill Rep.Dusty Johnson
Feb. 2, 2022 Senate VA Committee Unanimously Passes Legislation to Provide Health Care for Post-9/11 Toxic-Exposed Veterans Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 2, 2022 Tweet - "President Biden and Vice President Harris won't acknowledge the magnitude of our border security problems. What kind of message does it send to those seeking to come to the U.S. illegally?" Sen.John Thune
Feb. 1, 2022 Thune on Fox News: Democrats Missed an Opportunity to Send Putin a Message Sen.John Thune
Feb. 1, 2022 Tweet - "Reminder: We're in the middle of the worst border crisis in U.S. history -- 2 million+ illegal border crossing attempts in 2021 alone. Pres. Biden still refuses to visit the border, & his border czar, VP Harris, has been completely AWOL." Sen.John Thune
Feb. 1, 2022 Thune: Biden's Crisis-Ridden First Year Sen.John Thune
Jan. 27, 2022 Tweet: Joined a productive roundtable discussion hosted by @Mitchell_SD & @MitchellCOC about the many issues impacting businesses in Mitchell and the surrounding communities. I appreciate the insightful feedback from folks who stopped by. Sen.John Thune
Jan. 27, 2022 Tweet: Here's what I'll be looking for as the Senate considers filling the upcoming SCOTUS vacancy: I want someone who will apply the law impartially, not make the law; Call balls & strikes, not rewrite the rules of the game. There's no room for judicial activism on the Supreme Court. Sen.John Thune
Jan. 27, 2022 Tweet: Right now, businesses across South Dakota and the country are facing workforce challenges. Mitchell Technical College is doing a top-notch job preparing their students for successful careers in good-paying jobs. Sen.John Thune
Jan. 26, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - Lofgren, Panetta, Costa & Bipartisan Colleagues Urge Biden Admin to Take Further Action to Ease Supply Chain Problems, Allow American Farmers to Fairly Compete Globally Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 26, 2022 Tweet: As of today, the unconstitutional federal vaccine mandate for private sector workers is withdrawn -- a huge win for personal freedom. I've strongly opposed this counterproductive gov't overreach from day one and will continue to empower South Dakotans to make their own decisions. Sen.John Thune
Jan. 24, 2022 Letter to Hon. David Ferriero, Archivist of the United States - Bentz, Keller, Bost Demand National Personnel Records Center Fully Reopen for Veterans' Access to Benefits Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 24, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - Costa calls on Biden to take further action on supply chain crisis Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 24, 2022 Letter to Hon. David Ferriero, Archivist of the United States - DAVIS, BOST URGE NATIONAL PERSONNEL RECORDS CENTER TO FULLY REOPEN TO IN-PERSON STAFFING Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 21, 2022 One Year…it's Been a Bumpy Ride Rep.Dusty Johnson
Jan. 20, 2022 Thune: Democrats' Arrogance of Power is on Full Display in Crusade to Weaken Minority Party Rights Sen.John Thune
Jan. 20, 2022 Tweet: Biden ignored warnings about rolling back effective immigration policies, giving a green light to traffickers & driving a humanitarian crisis on our southern border. I joined over 100 lawmakers in requesting a full accounting of the Biden administration's failed border policies. Sen.John Thune
Jan. 20, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Cuffari, Inspector General Dept. of Homeland Security - Womack Pushes for Answers on Border Crisis Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Thune Grades President Biden's First Year in Office Sen.John Thune
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet: Democrats didn't think the Senate's 60-vote threshold was so bad last week when they used it to turn their backs on Ukraine and support Putin's pipeline. Their hypocrisy knows no bounds. Sen.John Thune
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet: Right now the filibuster is the only thing standing in the way of Democrats passing whatever radical, socialist agenda they want. "Free-everything," Green New Deal-style, debt-exploding bills are on the table. Every American should be watching what Senate Democrats do today. Sen.John Thune
Jan. 13, 2022 Thune, Scott Introduce Bill to Combat Democrats' Inflationary Spending Sen.John Thune, ...
Jan. 13, 2022 JOHNSON LEADS BILL TO ESTABLISH CONGRESSIONAL CHARTER FOR AMERICAN INDIAN VETERANS Rep.Dusty Johnson
Jan. 13, 2022 Thune: Democrats Continue Their Campaign to Abolish the Filibuster, Break the Senate Sen.John Thune
Jan. 12, 2022 Thune on Fox News: Desperate Democrats Want to Destroy the Senate Sen.John Thune
Jan. 12, 2022 Tweet: Democrats' plan to nuke the filibuster, a lazy shortcut to force through their socialist agenda, would have terrible long-term consequences for our country. All majorities are temporary, and Dems will eventually have to live with the reality they create. Sen.John Thune
Jan. 12, 2022 Tweet: Who could've predicted that dumping trillions of federal dollars into the economy would skyrocket inflation… Americans continue to pay the price for Ds' reckless spending. Sen.John Thune
Jan. 11, 2022 Thune: Democrats Threaten to Change the Rules if They Can't Get Their Way Sen.John Thune
Jan. 11, 2022 Tweet: The filibuster is a critically important part of our government. It ensures 3 KEY things: 1. The majority of laws are bipartisan 2. Laws that impact Americans' lives aren't changing every few years 3. Americans w/ representatives in the minority party still have a voice in gov't Sen.John Thune
Jan. 5, 2022 Thune: Democrats Want to Change the Rules in the Middle of the Game to Pass Radical Policies Sen.John Thune
Jan. 4, 2022 Tweet: Couldn't have said it better myself, Leader Schumer. These days, @SenSchumer has changed his tune & would gladly bulldoze through historic rules to get his way. Sen.John Thune
Jan. 4, 2022 Tweet: "It'll be a doomsday for democracy." That's how @SenSchumer described eliminating the Senate filibuster when the shoe was on the other foot. Sen.John Thune
Jan. 4, 2022 Thune: Democrats Receive "F" on 2021 Report Card Sen.John Thune
Dec. 22, 2021 Letter to Hon. Janet Yellen, Secretary Dept. of the Treasury - Finance Republicans Demand Treasury Analysis of OECD Agreement Sen.John Thune, ...
Dec. 21, 2021 Letter to Hon. Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State; Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security - Visa Processing to Address Farm Labor Shortages Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Dec. 14, 2021 Thune, Smith, Rounds, Tester Introduce Legislation to Encourage Homeownership Across Indian Country Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 10, 2021 Letter to Dr. Kilolo Kijakazi, Acting Commissioner Social Security Administration - Reopening Field Offices to the Public Sen.John Thune, ...
Dec. 9, 2021 Tweet - "I appreciate Sisseton-Wahpeton Tribal Chairman Hopkins and tribal council members taking the time to meet with me today. We had a good conversation about their infrastructure and law enforcement-related priorities." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 8, 2021 Tweet - "It may be easy for a wealthy Democrat politician to dismiss high inflation, but for families living paycheck to paycheck, the higher cost of groceries, heating, or gas can mean tough decisions -- like choosing between heating the house or filling up the car to get to work." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 5, 2021 Tweet - "Senator Bob Dole was a distinguished statesman & WWII hero who truly lived a life of purpose in service to our country. America is a better place because of his many contributions. Kimberley and I are sending prayers to Elizabeth and his entire family." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 4, 2021 Rounds Questions VA Secretary McDonough on Implementation of MISSION Act Sen.Mike Rounds
Dec. 2, 2021 Letter to Hon. Charles P. Rettig, Commissioner Internal Revenue Service - ProPublica Leak Sen.John Thune, ...
Dec. 1, 2021 Tweet - "Roe v. Wade was a bad decision, and the Supreme Court acted far outside of the Constitution when it created this precedent nearly 50 years ago. Our country was founded on the right to life, a right that should be extended to unborn children." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 30, 2021 Tweet - "Tomorrow SCOTUS will hear arguments in the Dobbs case, which offers the best opportunity in years to see Roe v. Wade overturned or modified -- something that's long overdue. I hope SCOTUS will uphold Mississippi's law and open the door to greater protection for unborn children." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 23, 2021 Letter to Chairman Maffel, Federal Maritime Commission - Crapo, Risch, Colleagues Raise Concerns Over New Container Shipping Fees at Ports Sen.John Thune, ...
Nov. 18, 2021 Letter to Hon. Debra Haaland, Secretary of the Interior - Delegation Requests Additional Funding to Address Safety Hazards for SWO Law Enforcement Sen.John Thune, ...
Nov. 11, 2021 Tweet - "Great game for #VeteransDay2021 at the @SanfordPentagon with the @USAirForce team taking on @SDCoyotesMBB . Awesome to see SD and today's patriotic crowd support our American heroes. Shout-out to CMSgt Hilmoe's beautiful rendition of our national anthem." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 11, 2021 Tweet - "In Alexandria today for the bridge naming ceremony, honoring fallen US Army SSG Gregory Wagner. It was a powerful way to commemorate #VeteransDay and honor our American heroes who have served and sacrificed to protect our freedom. Thank you, veterans!" Sen.John Thune
Nov. 9, 2021 Tweet - "It was an honor to meet Louie Bjerke, a Day County vet who served in Japan during WWII. He was a member of the Army National Guard and a volunteer firefighter for 40 years. Talk about a life filled with purpose. South Dakota is grateful for his service." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 8, 2021 Tweet - "Visited the beautiful Crazy Horse Memorial in honor of Native American Heritage Month. This monument is a great tribute to the incredible contributions native communities have made to South Dakota and our nation." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 8, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Senators Write To Biden Calling For Increased Digital Trade In The Indo-Pacific Sen.John Thune, ...
Nov. 5, 2021 Letter to Hon. Tom Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture - Thune Leads Republican Colleagues in Urging USDA to Reverse Decision to Include So-Called "Net Neutrality" Commitments in ReConnect Program Sen.John Thune, ...
Nov. 4, 2021 Tweet - "Giving illegal migrants taxpayer-funded settlements of nearly half a million dollars *per person* is an insult to the hard-working Americans who would pay for this outrageous plan." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 3, 2021 Tweet - "First, with relaxed border policies, President Biden sent the message that our southern border was open for all who wanted to enter. Now, he is signaling that crossing the border could mean a taxpayer-funded payout for families. Instead of solving crises, Biden just creates more." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 3, 2021 Tweet - "Deciding what's considered on the Senate floor is about priorities, and our men & women in uniform don't seem to be very high on Dems' list. There is absolutely no reason for the Senate to continue spinning its wheels while the annual defense bill languishes. Let's get to work." Sen.John Thune
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