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May 13, 2021 Inhofe, Brown, Boozman, Tillis, Rounds, Tester to Introduce Bill to Increase Law Enforcement Behavioral Health Training Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
April 28, 2021 Lee and Thune Introduce Bill to Strengthen National Guard Resources and Readiness Sen. John Thune, ...
April 28, 2021 Thune Responds to President Biden's Joint Session Address Sen. John Thune
April 27, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Sens. Sullivan, Cruz & Colleagues Urge Biden to Address Worsening Southern Border Crisis, End Dangerous Policies that Created It Sen. John Thune, ...
April 21, 2021 For the People Act Sen. John Thune
April 14, 2021 Border Security Sen. John Thune
March 26, 2021 Tweet - "What I'm seeing on the border is harrowing: facilities are dangerously overcrowded, border patrol officers are overwhelmed & under-supported, smugglers (often w/ties to drug cartels) are profiting massively, hundreds of scared kids are on their own." Sen. John Thune
March 26, 2021 Tweet - "Strong border security, enforcing immigration laws, stopping asylum abuse, and cracking down on the traffickers and cartels that prey on migrants are among the steps the administration should take to end the Biden border crisis." Sen. John Thune
March 26, 2021 Tweet - "Midnight on the Rio Grande -- visible lights from smugglers on the Mexican side of the border. Hearing stories that these smugglers are charging upwards of $6,000, much of which flows to drug cartels." Sen. John Thune
March 25, 2021 Letter to Honorable Joseph R. Biden, President of The United States - Crapo Joins Bipartisan Group to Make Case for Comprehensive Diplomatic Approach Toward Iran 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 19, 2021 Tweet - "#2A news: In a win for South Dakota gun owners, @ATFHQ has determined SD's Regular Concealed Carry Permit process qualifies as an alternative to NICS, cutting unnecessary red tape. More ->" Sen. John Thune
March 19, 2021 Sens. Moran, Tillis Lead Introduction of Protect and Serve Act Sen. John Thune, ...
March 18, 2021 Letter to Honorable Gene L. Dodaro, Comptroller General - Idaho Senators Question Legality of Border Wall Funding Freeze Amid Escalating Crisis Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
March 18, 2021 Rounds Votes Against Radical, Unqualified Health Secretary Nominee Sen. Mike Rounds
March 17, 2021 Inhofe Joins Tillis in Reintroducing the Protect and Serve Act to Punish Criminals for Targeting Law Enforcement Sen. John Thune, ...
March 17, 2021 Letter to the Honorable Gene L. Dodaro, Comptroller General - Rubio, Capito, GOP Colleagues: Biden Escalating Border Crisis by Unlawfully Freezing Border Wall Funding Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
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 16, 2021 Thune, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Support Law Enforcement Officers Sen. John Thune
March 16, 2021 Tillis and Colleagues Reintroduce the Protect and Serve Act to Punish Criminals for Targeting Law Enforcement Sen. John Thune, ...
March 16, 2021 Tweet - "The completely avoidable crisis at the border is the predictable result when you relax enforcement, halt border wall construction, pause deportations & increase admissions. Plainly put, this situation is directly caused by this admin's words & actions. We can't have open borders." Sen. John Thune
March 16, 2021 Following Johnson Request, IHS Strips Convicted Pedophile of Federal Pension Rep. Dusty Johnson
March 11, 2021 Tweet - "Federal funds shouldn't be spent to violate the privacy of Americans. I'm supporting a bill to help defend against firearm registries & gun owner databases that could violate the privacy of law-abiding citizens exercising their clear 2nd Amendment rights." Sen. John Thune
March 11, 2021 Thune Joins Colleagues in Introducing Legislation to Block Taxpayer-Funded Gun Registries Lawmakers Offer "GRIP Act' in Continued Effort to Protect Gun Owners' Privacy Rights 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. 25, 2021 Tweet - "Iran has repeatedly proven that it can't be trusted. Biden must stand against Iran's destabilizing activities/state sponsorship of terror, not grant sanctions relief that funds their malign agenda (& not repeat mistakes of Obama's terrible nuclear deal)." Sen. John Thune
Feb. 11, 2021 Letter to President Joe Biden - Lankford Joins Cotton and Colleagues to Warn President Biden of Immigration Crisis, Health Risks Sen. John Thune, ...
Jan. 28, 2021 As Biden Administration Rolls Back Immigration Enforcement, Ernst, Grassley, Colleagues Reintroduce "Sarah's Law' Ahead of the Fifth Anniversary of Sarah Root's Death Sen. John Thune, ...
Jan. 28, 2021 Senators Reintroduce Bill to Help Businesses Comply with Worker Eligibility Laws Sen. John Thune, ...
Jan. 13, 2021 Johnson Statement on Impeachment 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 Rounds: Violence and Destruction are Never the Answer Sen. Mike Rounds
Dec. 18, 2020 Tweet - "Earlier this week I joined several of my Senate colleagues in a letter to @FBI & @CISAgov requesting preliminary info on the brazen cyberattack against multiple government agencies, which has been attributed to Russia." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 14, 2020 Wicker, Thune, Moran Statement on Government Cyberattack Sen. John Thune, ...
Dec. 3, 2020 Warner, Rounds, Jones Applaud Inclusion of Bipartisan Anti-Money Laundering Legislation in NDAA Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 3, 2020 Rounds Statement on Inclusion of National Cyber Director in NDAA Conference Report Sen. Mike Rounds
Nov. 25, 2020 South Dakota War College - US Senator John Thune's Weekly Column: We're in This Together Sen. John Thune
Nov. 22, 2020 South Dakota War College - US Senator John Thune's Weekly Column: Tough Times Highlight Blessings Sen. John Thune
Nov. 20, 2020 Keeping Our Economy and Schools Open Rep. Dusty Johnson
Nov. 18, 2020 Thune: Providing COVID Relief and Confirming Qualified Judges Among Senate Republicans' Top Priorities Sen. John Thune
Nov. 18, 2020 Tweet - "We should be sitting down & working on a reasonable, targeted, fiscally responsible #COVID relief bill. Republicans have been more than willing to do that. But the Democrats continue to insist upon a multi-trillion dollar bill consisting of a bunch of liberal wish list items." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 17, 2020 Tweet - "Yesterday, for the second Monday in a row, we received tremendous news about the prospects for a COVID vaccine. Moderna announced its COVID vaccine is over 90% effective -- raising the possibility that not one but two COVID vaccines may be available in the very near future." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 17, 2020 Tweet - "Republicans aren't giving up on targeted #COVID relief, but so far Democrats have shown no willingness for compromise. I hope that changes. Republicans will continue to invite our Democrat colleagues to work with us to find a middle ground." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 12, 2020 Johnson Applauds Senate Passage of Impact Aid Bill Rep. Dusty Johnson
Nov. 12, 2020 Tweet - "These are the real consequences of the "defund the police" movement. Liberal-led cities that jumped on the bandwagon & threw their police departments under the bus will be less safe as a result. A step in the wrong direction." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 12, 2020 President Expected to Sign Thune-Smith Bill to Ease Application Process for the Impact Aid Program During COVID-19 Pandemic Sen. John Thune, ...
Nov. 9, 2020 Tweet - "This is big news for the American people & a critical milestone in the development of a #COVID19 vaccine. Hopeful to see more good news from this trial soon." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 6, 2020 Tweet - "In Aberdeen today with the rest of the SD delegation to mark the expansion of @3M 's N95 mask production lines. This equipment will help protect our frontline workers who continue to put their own health at risk to fight #COVID19. Thank you to our health care heroes & to 3M." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 26, 2020 Tweet - "Democrats' attempted delay antics over the last seven-plus days were absurd. After they voted to block COVID relief multiple times & tried to adjourn the Senate entirely, Dems suddenly brought up a completely unrealistic "relief" bill to delay the #SCOTUS vote. Pure theatrics." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 25, 2020 Thune Joins Fox News's "Cavuto LIVE' to Discuss Judge Amy Coney Barrett and COVID-19 Relief Negotiations Sen. John Thune
Oct. 23, 2020 Tweet - "Honored to have received an A rating by the U.S. Inst. Against Human Trafficking. Federal, state, & local partners must all do our part to eradicate this evil and keep our children safe. The work continues until we #endhumantrafficking" Sen. John Thune
Oct. 22, 2020 Tweet - "Our Intelligence Community has again caught Russia -- and now Iran -- seeking to interfere with our election, spread misinformation, & sow doubt in the integrity of your votes. These "desperate attempts by desperate adversaries" will not succeed." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Hard to believe that Senate Democrats just voted AGAIN to block COVID relief. There are Americans who can't feed their families because of the economic side effects of COVID-19 shutdowns, yet Democrats still refuse to act unless GOP allows 2.4 trillion in irresponsible spending." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 21, 2020 Johnson, Spanberger Introduce SAVE for Seniors Act to Guarantee Access to Free COVID-19 Vaccine for Medicare Beneficiaries Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Oct. 20, 2020 Tweet - "Why haven't we passed more COVID relief? Let's boil this down, because it's pretty simple. Dems are sabotaging negotiations & holding relief hostage over blue-state bailouts. Pelosi's all-or-nothing negotiating tactics can't work, & sadly, it's Americans who'll pay the price." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 14, 2020 Tweet - "Republicans have tried for months to pass targeted support for Americans affected by COVID. We've proposed multiple relief bills, but Pelosi's demand is hundreds of billions for blue state bailouts or no deal. How can we find common ground when this is how she negotiates?" Sen. John Thune
Oct. 14, 2020 Tweet - "Had a great discussion at @USD 's panel on the business implications of COVID-19 & the challenges/opportunities it could present for South Dakota. Thanks to @USDPresident Gestring & Biz School Dean @Venky4 for inviting me to speak & meet some of their impressive students." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 12, 2020 Tweet - "I was proud to watch my @SenateGOP colleagues defend religious liberty at today's hearing. Our Constitution specifically bans religious tests for public service. No one's religion -- whatever it is -- can disqualify them to serve on the court. Nor should it." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 9, 2020 From Heroin to Hope Rep. Dusty Johnson
Oct. 8, 2020 Tweet - "Nancy Pelosi is holding key COVID aid hostage unless Congress adds trillions more to the national debt. Targeted COVID relief? "No." Cross mark Lifeline for small businesses? "No." Cross mark Airline employee assistance? "No." Cross mark It's pretty clear she's putting politics above policy." 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. 24, 2020 Hearing of the Communications, Technology, Innovation, and the Internet Subcommittee of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee - Opening Statement of Sen. Thune, Hearing on Public Safety Broadband Network, Including Testimony From South Dakota Law Enforcement Officer Sen. John Thune
Sept. 24, 2020 Tweet - "Visitors might escape to SD's Black Hills to unplug from tech. But if an emergency occurs, reliable communications -- even in these beautiful, remote places -- is a top priority. Congress created FirstNet to improve communications services for our country's emergency personnel." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 23, 2020 Tweet - "During New York's toughest moments of #COVID19, medical professionals from around the country stepped in to help. Instead of gratitude, Gov. Cuomo demanded these workers pay NY's (famously high) income tax while there." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 23, 2020 Tweet - "When Republicans saw Dems had left key ag funding out of the CR, we demanded it be fixed. It's been a hard year for farmers/ranchers: low commodity prices, bad weather, difficulties w/ markets, and -- of course -- #COVID. Very glad we were able to get this funding back in the bill." 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 - "Interesting that the minority leader conveniently left out what he was objecting to… A Senate hearing on election security that then had to be canceled." 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. 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. 18, 2020 Tweet - "Good to see this admin supporting American farmers & ranchers. The @USDA announced second round of vital #CFAP $ to help producers hit hard by #COVID19. At the beginning of #COVID19, there was concern over food shortages. We have our f&r to thank for these fears not coming true." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 18, 2020 Tweet - "I couldn't agree more. @DepSecSteve is an old friend and colleague of mine and one of the best advocates for the American ag community. We spoke just this morning about providing additional relief funding to farmers & ranchers impacted by #COVID19. I thank him for his service." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 18, 2020 Johnson Statement on CFAP Announcement Rep. Dusty Johnson
Sept. 17, 2020 Loeffler, Tillis, Colleagues Seek to Punish Criminals Who Target Law Enforcement Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 17, 2020 Problem Solvers Caucus unveils "March to Common Ground" COVID stimulus framework Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 17, 2020 Langevin, Cicilline, Johnson, Introduce Stopgap Measure to Continue Transportation Projects During the Pandemic Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Date Title Politician
May 13, 2021 Inhofe, Brown, Boozman, Tillis, Rounds, Tester to Introduce Bill to Increase Law Enforcement Behavioral Health Training Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
April 28, 2021 Lee and Thune Introduce Bill to Strengthen National Guard Resources and Readiness Sen.John Thune, ...
April 28, 2021 Thune Responds to President Biden's Joint Session Address Sen.John Thune
April 27, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Sens. Sullivan, Cruz & Colleagues Urge Biden to Address Worsening Southern Border Crisis, End Dangerous Policies that Created It Sen.John Thune, ...
April 21, 2021 For the People Act Sen.John Thune
April 14, 2021 Border Security Sen.John Thune
March 26, 2021 Tweet - "What I'm seeing on the border is harrowing: facilities are dangerously overcrowded, border patrol officers are overwhelmed & under-supported, smugglers (often w/ties to drug cartels) are profiting massively, hundreds of scared kids are on their own." Sen.John Thune
March 26, 2021 Tweet - "Strong border security, enforcing immigration laws, stopping asylum abuse, and cracking down on the traffickers and cartels that prey on migrants are among the steps the administration should take to end the Biden border crisis." Sen.John Thune
March 26, 2021 Tweet - "Midnight on the Rio Grande -- visible lights from smugglers on the Mexican side of the border. Hearing stories that these smugglers are charging upwards of $6,000, much of which flows to drug cartels." Sen.John Thune
March 25, 2021 Letter to Honorable Joseph R. Biden, President of The United States - Crapo Joins Bipartisan Group to Make Case for Comprehensive Diplomatic Approach Toward Iran 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 19, 2021 Tweet - "#2A news: In a win for South Dakota gun owners, @ATFHQ has determined SD's Regular Concealed Carry Permit process qualifies as an alternative to NICS, cutting unnecessary red tape. More ->" Sen.John Thune
March 19, 2021 Sens. Moran, Tillis Lead Introduction of Protect and Serve Act Sen.John Thune, ...
March 18, 2021 Letter to Honorable Gene L. Dodaro, Comptroller General - Idaho Senators Question Legality of Border Wall Funding Freeze Amid Escalating Crisis Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
March 18, 2021 Rounds Votes Against Radical, Unqualified Health Secretary Nominee Sen.Mike Rounds
March 17, 2021 Inhofe Joins Tillis in Reintroducing the Protect and Serve Act to Punish Criminals for Targeting Law Enforcement Sen.John Thune, ...
March 17, 2021 Letter to the Honorable Gene L. Dodaro, Comptroller General - Rubio, Capito, GOP Colleagues: Biden Escalating Border Crisis by Unlawfully Freezing Border Wall Funding Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
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 16, 2021 Thune, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Support Law Enforcement Officers Sen.John Thune
March 16, 2021 Tillis and Colleagues Reintroduce the Protect and Serve Act to Punish Criminals for Targeting Law Enforcement Sen.John Thune, ...
March 16, 2021 Tweet - "The completely avoidable crisis at the border is the predictable result when you relax enforcement, halt border wall construction, pause deportations & increase admissions. Plainly put, this situation is directly caused by this admin's words & actions. We can't have open borders." Sen.John Thune
March 16, 2021 Following Johnson Request, IHS Strips Convicted Pedophile of Federal Pension Rep.Dusty Johnson
March 11, 2021 Tweet - "Federal funds shouldn't be spent to violate the privacy of Americans. I'm supporting a bill to help defend against firearm registries & gun owner databases that could violate the privacy of law-abiding citizens exercising their clear 2nd Amendment rights." Sen.John Thune
March 11, 2021 Thune Joins Colleagues in Introducing Legislation to Block Taxpayer-Funded Gun Registries Lawmakers Offer "GRIP Act' in Continued Effort to Protect Gun Owners' Privacy Rights 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. 25, 2021 Tweet - "Iran has repeatedly proven that it can't be trusted. Biden must stand against Iran's destabilizing activities/state sponsorship of terror, not grant sanctions relief that funds their malign agenda (& not repeat mistakes of Obama's terrible nuclear deal)." Sen.John Thune
Feb. 11, 2021 Letter to President Joe Biden - Lankford Joins Cotton and Colleagues to Warn President Biden of Immigration Crisis, Health Risks Sen.John Thune, ...
Jan. 28, 2021 As Biden Administration Rolls Back Immigration Enforcement, Ernst, Grassley, Colleagues Reintroduce "Sarah's Law' Ahead of the Fifth Anniversary of Sarah Root's Death Sen.John Thune, ...
Jan. 28, 2021 Senators Reintroduce Bill to Help Businesses Comply with Worker Eligibility Laws Sen.John Thune, ...
Jan. 13, 2021 Johnson Statement on Impeachment 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 Rounds: Violence and Destruction are Never the Answer Sen.Mike Rounds
Dec. 18, 2020 Tweet - "Earlier this week I joined several of my Senate colleagues in a letter to @FBI & @CISAgov requesting preliminary info on the brazen cyberattack against multiple government agencies, which has been attributed to Russia." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 14, 2020 Wicker, Thune, Moran Statement on Government Cyberattack Sen.John Thune, ...
Dec. 3, 2020 Warner, Rounds, Jones Applaud Inclusion of Bipartisan Anti-Money Laundering Legislation in NDAA Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 3, 2020 Rounds Statement on Inclusion of National Cyber Director in NDAA Conference Report Sen.Mike Rounds
Nov. 25, 2020 South Dakota War College - US Senator John Thune's Weekly Column: We're in This Together Sen.John Thune
Nov. 22, 2020 South Dakota War College - US Senator John Thune's Weekly Column: Tough Times Highlight Blessings Sen.John Thune
Nov. 20, 2020 Keeping Our Economy and Schools Open Rep.Dusty Johnson
Nov. 18, 2020 Thune: Providing COVID Relief and Confirming Qualified Judges Among Senate Republicans' Top Priorities Sen.John Thune
Nov. 18, 2020 Tweet - "We should be sitting down & working on a reasonable, targeted, fiscally responsible #COVID relief bill. Republicans have been more than willing to do that. But the Democrats continue to insist upon a multi-trillion dollar bill consisting of a bunch of liberal wish list items." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 17, 2020 Tweet - "Yesterday, for the second Monday in a row, we received tremendous news about the prospects for a COVID vaccine. Moderna announced its COVID vaccine is over 90% effective -- raising the possibility that not one but two COVID vaccines may be available in the very near future." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 17, 2020 Tweet - "Republicans aren't giving up on targeted #COVID relief, but so far Democrats have shown no willingness for compromise. I hope that changes. Republicans will continue to invite our Democrat colleagues to work with us to find a middle ground." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 12, 2020 Johnson Applauds Senate Passage of Impact Aid Bill Rep.Dusty Johnson
Nov. 12, 2020 Tweet - "These are the real consequences of the "defund the police" movement. Liberal-led cities that jumped on the bandwagon & threw their police departments under the bus will be less safe as a result. A step in the wrong direction." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 12, 2020 President Expected to Sign Thune-Smith Bill to Ease Application Process for the Impact Aid Program During COVID-19 Pandemic Sen.John Thune, ...
Nov. 9, 2020 Tweet - "This is big news for the American people & a critical milestone in the development of a #COVID19 vaccine. Hopeful to see more good news from this trial soon." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 6, 2020 Tweet - "In Aberdeen today with the rest of the SD delegation to mark the expansion of @3M 's N95 mask production lines. This equipment will help protect our frontline workers who continue to put their own health at risk to fight #COVID19. Thank you to our health care heroes & to 3M." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 26, 2020 Tweet - "Democrats' attempted delay antics over the last seven-plus days were absurd. After they voted to block COVID relief multiple times & tried to adjourn the Senate entirely, Dems suddenly brought up a completely unrealistic "relief" bill to delay the #SCOTUS vote. Pure theatrics." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 25, 2020 Thune Joins Fox News's "Cavuto LIVE' to Discuss Judge Amy Coney Barrett and COVID-19 Relief Negotiations Sen.John Thune
Oct. 23, 2020 Tweet - "Honored to have received an A rating by the U.S. Inst. Against Human Trafficking. Federal, state, & local partners must all do our part to eradicate this evil and keep our children safe. The work continues until we #endhumantrafficking" Sen.John Thune
Oct. 22, 2020 Tweet - "Our Intelligence Community has again caught Russia -- and now Iran -- seeking to interfere with our election, spread misinformation, & sow doubt in the integrity of your votes. These "desperate attempts by desperate adversaries" will not succeed." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Hard to believe that Senate Democrats just voted AGAIN to block COVID relief. There are Americans who can't feed their families because of the economic side effects of COVID-19 shutdowns, yet Democrats still refuse to act unless GOP allows 2.4 trillion in irresponsible spending." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 21, 2020 Johnson, Spanberger Introduce SAVE for Seniors Act to Guarantee Access to Free COVID-19 Vaccine for Medicare Beneficiaries Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Oct. 20, 2020 Tweet - "Why haven't we passed more COVID relief? Let's boil this down, because it's pretty simple. Dems are sabotaging negotiations & holding relief hostage over blue-state bailouts. Pelosi's all-or-nothing negotiating tactics can't work, & sadly, it's Americans who'll pay the price." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 14, 2020 Tweet - "Republicans have tried for months to pass targeted support for Americans affected by COVID. We've proposed multiple relief bills, but Pelosi's demand is hundreds of billions for blue state bailouts or no deal. How can we find common ground when this is how she negotiates?" Sen.John Thune
Oct. 14, 2020 Tweet - "Had a great discussion at @USD 's panel on the business implications of COVID-19 & the challenges/opportunities it could present for South Dakota. Thanks to @USDPresident Gestring & Biz School Dean @Venky4 for inviting me to speak & meet some of their impressive students." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 12, 2020 Tweet - "I was proud to watch my @SenateGOP colleagues defend religious liberty at today's hearing. Our Constitution specifically bans religious tests for public service. No one's religion -- whatever it is -- can disqualify them to serve on the court. Nor should it." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 9, 2020 From Heroin to Hope Rep.Dusty Johnson
Oct. 8, 2020 Tweet - "Nancy Pelosi is holding key COVID aid hostage unless Congress adds trillions more to the national debt. Targeted COVID relief? "No." Cross mark Lifeline for small businesses? "No." Cross mark Airline employee assistance? "No." Cross mark It's pretty clear she's putting politics above policy." 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. 24, 2020 Hearing of the Communications, Technology, Innovation, and the Internet Subcommittee of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee - Opening Statement of Sen. Thune, Hearing on Public Safety Broadband Network, Including Testimony From South Dakota Law Enforcement Officer Sen.John Thune
Sept. 24, 2020 Tweet - "Visitors might escape to SD's Black Hills to unplug from tech. But if an emergency occurs, reliable communications -- even in these beautiful, remote places -- is a top priority. Congress created FirstNet to improve communications services for our country's emergency personnel." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 23, 2020 Tweet - "During New York's toughest moments of #COVID19, medical professionals from around the country stepped in to help. Instead of gratitude, Gov. Cuomo demanded these workers pay NY's (famously high) income tax while there." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 23, 2020 Tweet - "When Republicans saw Dems had left key ag funding out of the CR, we demanded it be fixed. It's been a hard year for farmers/ranchers: low commodity prices, bad weather, difficulties w/ markets, and -- of course -- #COVID. Very glad we were able to get this funding back in the bill." 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 - "Interesting that the minority leader conveniently left out what he was objecting to… A Senate hearing on election security that then had to be canceled." 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. 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. 18, 2020 Tweet - "Good to see this admin supporting American farmers & ranchers. The @USDA announced second round of vital #CFAP $ to help producers hit hard by #COVID19. At the beginning of #COVID19, there was concern over food shortages. We have our f&r to thank for these fears not coming true." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 18, 2020 Tweet - "I couldn't agree more. @DepSecSteve is an old friend and colleague of mine and one of the best advocates for the American ag community. We spoke just this morning about providing additional relief funding to farmers & ranchers impacted by #COVID19. I thank him for his service." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 18, 2020 Johnson Statement on CFAP Announcement Rep.Dusty Johnson
Sept. 17, 2020 Loeffler, Tillis, Colleagues Seek to Punish Criminals Who Target Law Enforcement Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 17, 2020 Problem Solvers Caucus unveils "March to Common Ground" COVID stimulus framework Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 17, 2020 Langevin, Cicilline, Johnson, Introduce Stopgap Measure to Continue Transportation Projects During the Pandemic Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
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