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July 27, 2021
Tweet - "My decision to oppose Tracy Stone-Manning's nomination to head the Bureau of Land Management was easy. Our country's public lands shouldn't be managed by an environmental extremist who was involved in a criminal eco-terrorism case & lied about it for years."
Sen. John Thune
July 21, 2021
Nomination of David H. Chipman
Sen. John Thune
July 14, 2021
Texas
Sen. John Thune
June 23, 2021
The Washington Post "Washington Post Live" - Transcript: Sen. Rounds Discusses Cattle Market, Ransomware and Infrastructure on Washington Post Live
Sen. Mike Rounds
June 22, 2021
For the People Act of 2021
Sen. John Thune
June 19, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Robert Menendez, Chairman of the US Senate Foreign Relations Committee - Hagerty, Colleagues Call for Public Hearing Before Senate Votes on War Powers
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
May 13, 2021
Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House - Gibbs to Pelosi: Follow the Science, Stop the Mask-erpiece Theatre
Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
April 20, 2021
Infrastructure
Sen. John Thune
March 29, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Minority Leader of the House of Representatives - Rep. Young Kim Joins Bipartisan Letter to House Leadership to Return to Regular Order
Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
March 25, 2021
Tweet - "It's amazing that President Biden can still stand in front of the American people and talk about unity when he seems open to the idea of potentially cutting half the Senate out of the lawmaking process."
Sen. John Thune
March 25, 2021
Tweet - "POTUS claimed that the filibuster has been "abused in a gigantic way." There have been *zero* filibusters this Congress. So he must be referring to last Congress? Or the one before that? Or the one before that? You know, during the 6 years when Dems filibustered GOP initiatives."
Sen. John Thune
March 24, 2021
Filibuster
Sen. John Thune
March 24, 2021
Inhofe Joins All SASC Republicans to Reject Kahl as Under Secretary of Defense For Policy
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
March 24, 2021
Tweet - "What's the first bill Dems would likely pass if they break the Senate filibuster rule? A bill to federalize elections, restrict states' rights, & eliminate protections for election integrity."
Sen. John Thune
March 23, 2021
Tweet - "Dems loved the filibuster when they were in the minority, & it meant they could have a say in GOP bills. But just a few months into their new majority & they don't want to bother w/ bipartisanship. They want to do whatever they want, whenever they want it."
Sen. John Thune
March 23, 2021
Tweet - "Absolutely true. Americans see through their antics. Democrats are abandoning what's right for a shortsighted power grab, & the policies they could force through would be disastrous."
Sen. John Thune
March 23, 2021
Filibuster
Sen. John Thune
March 18, 2021
Rounds Votes Against Radical, Unqualified Health Secretary Nominee
Sen. Mike Rounds
March 18, 2021
Filibuster
Sen. John Thune
March 17, 2021
Letter to Honorable Gene L. Dodaro, Comptroller General - Senate GOP: Biden Escalating Border Crisis by Unlawfully Freezing Border Wall Funding
Sen. John Thune, ...
March 10, 2021
American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
Sen. John Thune
March 8, 2021
Tweet - "Senator Blunt has been a staunch advocate for Missouri. Throughout his career, he's stood up for the conservative ideals we share: limited govt., free markets, low taxes, & strong First Amendment rights. I know he'll "finish strong," & when the time comes, he'll surely be missed."
Sen. John Thune
March 3, 2021
Tweet - "The GOP-led Senate passed five BIPARTISAN bills to help Americans through COVID. Now that Dems have a razor-thin majority, they're jamming through a wasteful, self-proclaimed "progressive," completely partisan bill with ZERO bipartisan support. Where's the unity, President Biden?"
Sen. John Thune
Feb. 25, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Rounds and Colleagues Urge President Biden to Withdraw Becerra
Sen. Mike Rounds
Feb. 19, 2021
Johnson and Craig Lead Congressional Biofuels Caucus in Introducing Legislation to Ensure Transparency in RFS Small Refinery Waiver Process
Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Feb. 13, 2021
Thune Statement on Conclusion of Senate Impeachment Trial
Sen. John Thune
Feb. 9, 2021
Veterinary Medicine Caucus Announced for New Congress
Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 26, 2021
Tweet - "The page turns quickly in Washington. Less than four years ago, 26 current Democrat senators signed a letter in defense of the filibuster. Now Dems want to strip this protection from Republicans to advance bills that could never get bipartisan support."
Sen. John Thune
Jan. 26, 2021
Filibuster
Sen. John Thune
Jan. 26, 2021
Tweet - "Sens. Sinema & Manchin are standing by principle. Minority protections (which Dems used for years under a GOP majority) are a vital part of the Senate. Ending the filibuster would make it easier to pass their radical-left agenda but would come at a great cost to bipartisanship."
Sen. John Thune
Jan. 26, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, the Hon. Chuck Schumer, Majority Leader of the U.S. Senate, the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Republican Leader of the U.S. House of Representatives, and the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Minority Leader of the U.S. Senate - Davis Urges Congressional Leaders to Protect the Hyde Amendment, Oppose Expansion of Taxpayer-Funded Abortion
Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 25, 2021
Tweet - "Still true (Special Character). The @SenateGOP majority had many opportunities to strip filibuster power from Democrats, but -- despite pressure from many & frustration for ourselves -- we protected the filibuster because we respect the U.S. Senate. Filibuster = more bipartisan bills & cooperation."
Sen. John Thune
Jan. 22, 2021
Problem Solvers Caucus Announces New Members for 117th Congress
Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 8, 2021
Tweet - "Kimberley & I are heartbroken to learn that a U.S. Capitol Police officer has died heroically defending the Capitol against despicable violence. We're praying for the officer's family & for all the members of the @CapitolPolice, who are mourning the loss of their fellow officer."
Sen. John Thune
Jan. 6, 2021
Tweet - "Today has been a sad day for America. The violent behavior at the Capitol is inexcusable and disgusting, but we won't be deterred from our Constitutional duty. We need to work together to protect our democracy. Please pray for our country."
Sen. John Thune
Jan. 5, 2021
Rounds Statement on the Formal Count of the Electoral College Votes by Congress
Sen. Mike Rounds
Jan. 3, 2021
Rounds Takes Oath of Office for Second Term in U.S. Senate
Sen. Mike Rounds
Dec. 9, 2020
Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader; Hon. Steve Scalise, Senate Minority Whip - PPP Tax Deductibility
Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Dec. 9, 2020
Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minor Leader; Hon. Steny Hoyer, House Majority Leader; Hon. Steve Scalise, House Minority Whip - Rep. Austin Scott Fights for COVID-19 Tax Relief for Small Businesses
Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Dec. 9, 2020
Tweet - "How many Americans have lost their businesses, homes, or income in the time it's taken Dems to finally abandon Speaker Pelosi's my-way-or-the-highway approach? Republicans have been consistent for months -- we need a targeted COVID bill that gives relief where it's really needed."
Sen. John Thune
Dec. 4, 2020
Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy, Senate Majority Mitch McConnell, Minority Leader Charles Schumer - SRS and PILT
Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Dec. 2, 2020
Tweet - "Republicans have urgently called for fiscally responsible COVID relief. Twice now, @senatemajldr put a targeted relief bill up for a vote. Dems blocked both attempts. This time, I hope they'll work w/ us. With a vaccine on the horizon, Congress must help get it to Americans ASAP."
Sen. John Thune
Dec. 2, 2020
Problem Solvers Caucus, Senate Partners Unveil Bipartisan , Bicameral 4-Month Covid-19 Emergency Relief Package
Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Dec. 1, 2020
Murkowski Joins Bipartisan, Bicameral Working Group Announcing COVID-19 Emergency Relief Framework
Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Nov. 17, 2020
Tweet - "Wishing my friend and colleague, Senator Chuck Grassley -- one of the hardest-working members of Congress -- a swift recovery. My family and I are praying for you."
Sen. John Thune
Nov. 10, 2020
Tweet - "I am honored that my Republican colleagues have once again elected me to serve as the whip. Serving South Dakotans is my top priority, and this role helps me continue to advance South Dakota's priorities and be a strong voice for rural America in Washington."
Sen. John Thune
Nov. 10, 2020
Tweet - "Even Dems themselves are acknowledging the election was a rejection of the radical left agenda. They shrunk their House majority, lost races they were predicted to win, & didn't grasp the Senate majority on election night. I genuinely hope Dems reflect & start working with us."
Sen. John Thune
Nov. 10, 2020
Thune Statement on Reelection as Republican Whip
Sen. John Thune
Nov. 4, 2020
Tweet - "Congrats to my friends @SenatorRounds & @RepDustyJohnson on winning reelection. South Dakota is lucky to have you both in Washington advocating for our great state. I'm glad to have you on our team and look forward to continuing our work together to support South Dakotans."
Sen. John Thune
Oct. 26, 2020
Tweet - "One of the main reasons many Republicans ran for the Senate was to be in a position to restore the Supreme Court to its original constitutional purpose as a judicial body, not a legislative one. We ran for this. We were elected for this. Today, we will follow through."
Sen. John Thune
Date
Title
Politician
July 27, 2021
Tweet - "My decision to oppose Tracy Stone-Manning's nomination to head the Bureau of Land Management was easy. Our country's public lands shouldn't be managed by an environmental extremist who was involved in a criminal eco-terrorism case & lied about it for years."
Sen.John Thune
July 21, 2021
Nomination of David H. Chipman
Sen.John Thune
July 14, 2021
Texas
Sen.John Thune
June 23, 2021
The Washington Post "Washington Post Live" - Transcript: Sen. Rounds Discusses Cattle Market, Ransomware and Infrastructure on Washington Post Live
Sen.Mike Rounds
June 22, 2021
For the People Act of 2021
Sen.John Thune
June 19, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Robert Menendez, Chairman of the US Senate Foreign Relations Committee - Hagerty, Colleagues Call for Public Hearing Before Senate Votes on War Powers
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
May 13, 2021
Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House - Gibbs to Pelosi: Follow the Science, Stop the Mask-erpiece Theatre
Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
April 20, 2021
Infrastructure
Sen.John Thune
March 29, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Minority Leader of the House of Representatives - Rep. Young Kim Joins Bipartisan Letter to House Leadership to Return to Regular Order
Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
March 25, 2021
Tweet - "It's amazing that President Biden can still stand in front of the American people and talk about unity when he seems open to the idea of potentially cutting half the Senate out of the lawmaking process."
Sen.John Thune
March 25, 2021
Tweet - "POTUS claimed that the filibuster has been "abused in a gigantic way." There have been *zero* filibusters this Congress. So he must be referring to last Congress? Or the one before that? Or the one before that? You know, during the 6 years when Dems filibustered GOP initiatives."
Sen.John Thune
March 24, 2021
Filibuster
Sen.John Thune
March 24, 2021
Inhofe Joins All SASC Republicans to Reject Kahl as Under Secretary of Defense For Policy
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
March 24, 2021
Tweet - "What's the first bill Dems would likely pass if they break the Senate filibuster rule? A bill to federalize elections, restrict states' rights, & eliminate protections for election integrity."
Sen.John Thune
March 23, 2021
Tweet - "Dems loved the filibuster when they were in the minority, & it meant they could have a say in GOP bills. But just a few months into their new majority & they don't want to bother w/ bipartisanship. They want to do whatever they want, whenever they want it."
Sen.John Thune
March 23, 2021
Tweet - "Absolutely true. Americans see through their antics. Democrats are abandoning what's right for a shortsighted power grab, & the policies they could force through would be disastrous."
Sen.John Thune
March 23, 2021
Filibuster
Sen.John Thune
March 18, 2021
Rounds Votes Against Radical, Unqualified Health Secretary Nominee
Sen.Mike Rounds
March 18, 2021
Filibuster
Sen.John Thune
March 17, 2021
Letter to Honorable Gene L. Dodaro, Comptroller General - Senate GOP: Biden Escalating Border Crisis by Unlawfully Freezing Border Wall Funding
Sen.John Thune, ...
March 10, 2021
American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
Sen.John Thune
March 8, 2021
Tweet - "Senator Blunt has been a staunch advocate for Missouri. Throughout his career, he's stood up for the conservative ideals we share: limited govt., free markets, low taxes, & strong First Amendment rights. I know he'll "finish strong," & when the time comes, he'll surely be missed."
Sen.John Thune
March 3, 2021
Tweet - "The GOP-led Senate passed five BIPARTISAN bills to help Americans through COVID. Now that Dems have a razor-thin majority, they're jamming through a wasteful, self-proclaimed "progressive," completely partisan bill with ZERO bipartisan support. Where's the unity, President Biden?"
Sen.John Thune
Feb. 25, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Rounds and Colleagues Urge President Biden to Withdraw Becerra
Sen.Mike Rounds
Feb. 19, 2021
Johnson and Craig Lead Congressional Biofuels Caucus in Introducing Legislation to Ensure Transparency in RFS Small Refinery Waiver Process
Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Feb. 13, 2021
Thune Statement on Conclusion of Senate Impeachment Trial
Sen.John Thune
Feb. 9, 2021
Veterinary Medicine Caucus Announced for New Congress
Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 26, 2021
Tweet - "The page turns quickly in Washington. Less than four years ago, 26 current Democrat senators signed a letter in defense of the filibuster. Now Dems want to strip this protection from Republicans to advance bills that could never get bipartisan support."
Sen.John Thune
Jan. 26, 2021
Filibuster
Sen.John Thune
Jan. 26, 2021
Tweet - "Sens. Sinema & Manchin are standing by principle. Minority protections (which Dems used for years under a GOP majority) are a vital part of the Senate. Ending the filibuster would make it easier to pass their radical-left agenda but would come at a great cost to bipartisanship."
Sen.John Thune
Jan. 26, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, the Hon. Chuck Schumer, Majority Leader of the U.S. Senate, the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Republican Leader of the U.S. House of Representatives, and the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Minority Leader of the U.S. Senate - Davis Urges Congressional Leaders to Protect the Hyde Amendment, Oppose Expansion of Taxpayer-Funded Abortion
Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 25, 2021
Tweet - "Still true (Special Character). The @SenateGOP majority had many opportunities to strip filibuster power from Democrats, but -- despite pressure from many & frustration for ourselves -- we protected the filibuster because we respect the U.S. Senate. Filibuster = more bipartisan bills & cooperation."
Sen.John Thune
Jan. 22, 2021
Problem Solvers Caucus Announces New Members for 117th Congress
Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 8, 2021
Tweet - "Kimberley & I are heartbroken to learn that a U.S. Capitol Police officer has died heroically defending the Capitol against despicable violence. We're praying for the officer's family & for all the members of the @CapitolPolice, who are mourning the loss of their fellow officer."
Sen.John Thune
Jan. 6, 2021
Tweet - "Today has been a sad day for America. The violent behavior at the Capitol is inexcusable and disgusting, but we won't be deterred from our Constitutional duty. We need to work together to protect our democracy. Please pray for our country."
Sen.John Thune
Jan. 5, 2021
Rounds Statement on the Formal Count of the Electoral College Votes by Congress
Sen.Mike Rounds
Jan. 3, 2021
Rounds Takes Oath of Office for Second Term in U.S. Senate
Sen.Mike Rounds
Dec. 9, 2020
Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader; Hon. Steve Scalise, Senate Minority Whip - PPP Tax Deductibility
Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Dec. 9, 2020
Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minor Leader; Hon. Steny Hoyer, House Majority Leader; Hon. Steve Scalise, House Minority Whip - Rep. Austin Scott Fights for COVID-19 Tax Relief for Small Businesses
Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Dec. 9, 2020
Tweet - "How many Americans have lost their businesses, homes, or income in the time it's taken Dems to finally abandon Speaker Pelosi's my-way-or-the-highway approach? Republicans have been consistent for months -- we need a targeted COVID bill that gives relief where it's really needed."
Sen.John Thune
Dec. 4, 2020
Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy, Senate Majority Mitch McConnell, Minority Leader Charles Schumer - SRS and PILT
Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Dec. 2, 2020
Tweet - "Republicans have urgently called for fiscally responsible COVID relief. Twice now, @senatemajldr put a targeted relief bill up for a vote. Dems blocked both attempts. This time, I hope they'll work w/ us. With a vaccine on the horizon, Congress must help get it to Americans ASAP."
Sen.John Thune
Dec. 2, 2020
Problem Solvers Caucus, Senate Partners Unveil Bipartisan , Bicameral 4-Month Covid-19 Emergency Relief Package
Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Dec. 1, 2020
Murkowski Joins Bipartisan, Bicameral Working Group Announcing COVID-19 Emergency Relief Framework
Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Nov. 17, 2020
Tweet - "Wishing my friend and colleague, Senator Chuck Grassley -- one of the hardest-working members of Congress -- a swift recovery. My family and I are praying for you."
Sen.John Thune
Nov. 10, 2020
Tweet - "I am honored that my Republican colleagues have once again elected me to serve as the whip. Serving South Dakotans is my top priority, and this role helps me continue to advance South Dakota's priorities and be a strong voice for rural America in Washington."
Sen.John Thune
Nov. 10, 2020
Tweet - "Even Dems themselves are acknowledging the election was a rejection of the radical left agenda. They shrunk their House majority, lost races they were predicted to win, & didn't grasp the Senate majority on election night. I genuinely hope Dems reflect & start working with us."
Sen.John Thune
Nov. 10, 2020
Thune Statement on Reelection as Republican Whip
Sen.John Thune
Nov. 4, 2020
Tweet - "Congrats to my friends @SenatorRounds & @RepDustyJohnson on winning reelection. South Dakota is lucky to have you both in Washington advocating for our great state. I'm glad to have you on our team and look forward to continuing our work together to support South Dakotans."
Sen.John Thune
Oct. 26, 2020
Tweet - "One of the main reasons many Republicans ran for the Senate was to be in a position to restore the Supreme Court to its original constitutional purpose as a judicial body, not a legislative one. We ran for this. We were elected for this. Today, we will follow through."
Sen.John Thune
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