Public Statements

Limit results to:

Date Range

Keyword Search

Search string must be longer than 3 characters.

results per page:
Date Title Politician
March 24, 2020 Tweet - "This is a time to come together as a country -- and that includes Democrats and Republicans here in Washington. I'm hopeful that Democrats will work with us to provide relief to American workers, families, and small businesses." Sen. John Thune
March 24, 2020 Tweet - "Proud of @3M and the many South Dakota workers who are stepping up and doing their part to combat #COVID." Sen. John Thune
March 24, 2020 Tweet - "Great message. No American is alone as long as we are united." Sen. John Thune
March 23, 2020 Tweet - "Dems are calling the bill they're blocking a "bailout" even though the businesses we're trying to help are struggling due to no fault of their own -- they were shut down -- and employ MILLIONS of Americans. How many Americans have to lose their jobs before Dems allow us to act?" Sen. John Thune
March 23, 2020 Tweet - "Update: COVID relief & stimulus just blocked AGAIN by Dems. Americans around the country are rising to the occasion. It's time for Congress to do the same. Save politics for another day. We must act now." Sen. John Thune
March 23, 2020 Tweet - "Dems are saying over & over this bill is a "bailout" for American businesses. It's not. The money they're talking about is in the form of *loans*. It has to be repaid. This is about Americans who are hurting. We're in a position to do something about it. It's time we do." Sen. John Thune
March 23, 2020 Tweet - "Last night was probably one of the saddest days I've seen in my time in the United States Senate. Our country is in a crisis, and the Democrats are still playing a political game. We don't have the luxury of time in this fight against COVID." Sen. John Thune
March 23, 2020 Tweet - "Dems are saying over & over this bill is a "bailout" for American businesses. It's not. The money they're talking about is in the form of *loans*. It has to be repaid. This is about Americans who are hurting. We're in a position to do something about it. It's time we do." Sen. John Thune
March 23, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, and the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General for the Dept. of Justice - Senators Markey and Thune Call on FCC and Justice Dept. to Combat Coronavirus Robocalls Sen. John Thune, ...
March 23, 2020 Tweet - "I've never been more frustrated with my Democrat colleagues. Not only are they blocking vital relief, walking back on good-faith bipartisan negotiations, and stalling Senate action -- they're intentionally misleading the American people. Let's get it straight" Sen. John Thune
March 22, 2020 Tweet - "To recap: Democrats just blocked a bill that would provide direct cash payments to Americans who need it most -- like hourly workers. Not to mention funding to help support health care workers who are on the front lines. I hope Dems can put politics aside and work with us." Sen. John Thune
March 22, 2020 Tweet - "I sat in meetings across the table from Democrat colleagues negotiating a bipartisan bill to help provide direct relief to the American people. Yet, tonight, Democrats voted to block the bill. I'm ready to keep working, but it's time to check politics at the door." Sen. John Thune
March 22, 2020 Tweet - "These are challenging times filled with a lot of stress and uncertainty. There may be more difficult days ahead, but we are going to come out on the other side of this. And every day we're seeing Americans across the country standing up to meet this challenge." Sen. John Thune
March 22, 2020 Tweet - "Senate Democrats' political posturing just delayed the next installment of bipartisan coronavirus relief." Sen. John Thune
March 21, 2020 Rapid City Journal - THUNE: Extraordinary times require swift and bold action Sen. John Thune
March 21, 2020 Tweet - "Proud of our community for coming together in this hard time. Kudos to @KELOland for providing great info. Our small businesses are struggling, and we can be finding creative ways to support while social distancing." Sen. John Thune
March 21, 2020 Tweet - "Update from the Capitol where we're finalizing details on the coronavirus relief bill." Sen. John Thune
March 20, 2020 Delegation Applauds SBA Approval of Economic Injury Disaster Loan Funding for South Dakota Sen. John Thune, ...
March 20, 2020 Tweet - "The main thing the Senate is focused on right now is providing relief for workers, families, and small businesses -- people who are really feeling the crunch out there right now. We're making good headway." Sen. John Thune
March 20, 2020 Tweet - "All hands on deck. We're working together to get necessary help to Americans whose futures are being impacted by #COVID." Sen. John Thune
March 19, 2020 Letter to Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State, Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security, and Eugene Scalia, Secretary of Labor - Bipartisan, Bicameral Effort to Help Protect Domestic Food Supply During Coronavirus Pandemic Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "As a country, we will endure this storm and come out stronger, & Congress is acting to help equip America with the means to get through this tough time. The bill just introduced by @SenateMajLdr will provide targeted economic relief to Americans who need it most. More work ahead." Sen. John Thune
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "We can all do our part #SocialDistancing." Sen. John Thune
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "We're taking big steps at the federal level to fight #COVID." Sen. John Thune
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Important update I just announced a proposal to move back the tax filing date this year. With #COVID, the last thing on Americans' minds is filing taxes. This will give taxpayers & accountants relief during the busy season so they can practice safety measures like teleworking." Sen. John Thune
March 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General, and the Hon. Makan Delrahim, Assistant Attorney General - Daines Calls On DOJ to Investigate Price-Fixing, Market Manipulation Within Cattle Market and Meatpacking Industry Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Additional federal #COVID19 relief will be focused on the workers who've been displaced, small businesses facing tough times, & medical professionals on the frontlines. This will require swift & bold action. These are extraordinary times, and this response reflects that urgency." Sen. John Thune
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "We're all hearing a lot in the news, on social media, and in conversations about "social distancing." Here's a good explanation of what it is and why it WORKS" Sen. John Thune
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Quarantine can be -- by definition -- isolating, but social distancing doesn't have to mean social disengagement. As we work to increase the physical distance between us, we must maintain our social bonds. Call your parents, Facetime with your siblings, chat with coworkers." Sen. John Thune
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "While we have some negotiating ahead of us, there is a lot of Republican support in the Senate for providing direct relief to Americans in the form of cash payments to ease disruption from #COVID." Sen. John Thune
March 19, 2020 Thune, Daines, and King Introduce Bill to Extend the Tax Filing Deadline, Provide Additional Relief to Middle-Income Americans Sen. John Thune, ...
March 19, 2020 Shelby, Thune, Wicker unveil liquidity assistance for distressed American industries within comprehensive coronavirus package Sen. John Thune, ...
March 18, 2020 Thune Statement on Senate Passage of Additional Coronavirus Relief Sen. John Thune
March 18, 2020 Tweet - "We'll consider the House bill today & are already looking beyond it to provide more relief. We have 3 priorities: -direct assistance to Americans -support for our economy - especially small biz -providing medical professionals w/ resources they need We can weather this storm." Sen. John Thune
March 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Jovita Carranza, Admin. of the Small Business Administration - Delegation Urges SBA to Grant South Dakota's Economic Loan Request Sen. John Thune, ...
March 18, 2020 Tweet - "I agree. Voting for the House proposal is a first step, and the Senate will be moving forward with a third phase of #COVID relief to address the additional issues that small businesses are facing." Sen. John Thune
March 18, 2020 Tweet - "HEADING TO @POTUS : Bipartisan bill to provide critical relief to the many American workers & biz affected by #COVID. There's more work ahead of us to address the full economic impact - Senate Republicans are prepared to work until we provide further relief." Sen. John Thune
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "If you need reassurance that social distancing works, read this The sacrifices Americans are being asked to make now can and will help slow the spread of #COVID." Sen. John Thune
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "For small businesses or non-profits affected by #COVID, please visit the SBA coronavirus website (link) for more details on the Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program that can help you through this hard time. More work ahead of us on this critical issue." Sen. John Thune
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "Some of the measures being implemented to combat #COVID may be inconvenient, but they're a small price to pay to flatten the curve and limit the disease's spread. Let's do everything we can to protect our fellow Americans and prevent hospitals from being overwhelmed with cases." Sen. John Thune
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "I remain confident that we can pull together as a nation in these trying times -- and for that our country will emerge stronger. Here in Congress, we're working to help American workers, families, & businesses get through the tough economic consequences of #COVID19." Sen. John Thune
March 17, 2020 Fisa Sen. John Thune
March 16, 2020 Tweet - "Coronavirus cases in South Dakota remain low. Everyone should continue to follow guidance from the @CDCgov to help prevent spread -- practice social distancing, wash your hands, use disinfectant." Sen. John Thune
March 16, 2020 Tweet - "Our main goal should be slowing the spread of infection and trying to #FlattenTheCurve. This @washingtonpost article is a good read for understanding why the government is taking actions to promote social distancing and how we can all do our part." Sen. John Thune
March 16, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture - Sen. Tillis, Rep. Johnson Urge USDA to Protect Nation's Food Supply During Coronavirus Outbreak Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
March 14, 2020 Rapid City Journal - THUNE: Working together, we'll beat the coronavirus Sen. John Thune
March 13, 2020 Tweet - "Coronavirus is at the top of nearly every American's mind -- including here in Congress. This week, @SenateGOP met with @POTUS , @VP , Dr. Fauci & other admin officials for a #COVID19 update. While we address the outbreak, there's still other work to be done. #WeekinWashingtonWrapUp" Sen. John Thune
March 12, 2020 Rounds, 17 Colleagues Reintroduce Bill to Protect Military Families' Second Amendment Rights Sen. Mike Rounds
March 12, 2020 Tweet - "Thanks for helping to keep South Dakotans informed on #COVID19." Sen. John Thune
March 12, 2020 Tweet - "Senators will be in Washington next week working to address pressing issues like the coronavirus outbreak. It is our responsibility to work together to ensure that our country has the resources it needs to combat and defeat this disease." Sen. John Thune
March 11, 2020 Tweet - "Telehealth is a powerful tool in helping to protect health care professionals and patients as we combat coronavirus. I'm proud to see @AveraHealth in Sioux Falls playing a big part." Sen. John Thune
March 11, 2020 McConnell, Thune, Graham, Burr, and Cornyn "Strongly Support" FISA Legislation Sen. John Thune, ...
March 10, 2020 Tweet - "Last week, the federal gov worked together to get a law through to fund our medical response to #Coronavirus and ensure professionals have the resources they need to properly deal with the impact." Sen. John Thune
March 10, 2020 Tweet - ". @GovKristiNoem notified me earlier this afternoon that multiple presumptive cases of coronavirus have been identified in South Dakota." Sen. John Thune
March 10, 2020 Tweet - "#COVID has hit at least 34 states & D.C. As more people are tested, we expect those numbers to grow. While the health risks to the average American remain low, we should all do our part to protect the most vulnerable in our communities & take CDC recommendations very seriously." Sen. John Thune
March 10, 2020 Tweet - "My full statement on presumptive #coronavirus cases in South Dakota" Sen. John Thune
March 10, 2020 Tweet - "Some of the best precautions we can take to prevent #coronavirus transmission to Americans who are most at risk from #COVID19 are the simplest: -Wash hands regularly. -Avoid touching your face. -Stay home when sick. We can all do our part. More info:" Sen. John Thune
March 10, 2020 Tweet - "Just received another update on the admin's response to #COVID19. Like most Americans, I'm closely watching the #CoronavirusOutbreak in our country. The Senate, House, & admin's primary concern right now is the health & wellbeing of those who might be affected." Sen. John Thune
March 6, 2020 Tweet - "Good read. Countries that are continuing to use Huawei in their 5G infrastructure could impact US security. Just this week, I announced a bill to make comms infrastructure security a negotiating objective in future trade agreements." Sen. John Thune
March 6, 2020 Tweet - "#COVID19 funding approved Support for Israel Protect against China digital security threat Bipartisan energy bill (and more on that next week) More critical items in Washington this week? #WeekInWashingtonWrapUp" Sen. John Thune
March 5, 2020 Protecting Your Health During Coronavirus Outbreak Sen. Mike Rounds
March 5, 2020 Thune Supports Bipartisan Legislation to Help Combat Coronavirus Outbreak Sen. John Thune
March 5, 2020 Tweet - "Just passed Senate: bipartisan funding bill to help the USA combat the spread of #COVID19. Like many Americans, the Senate is closely watching the outbreak. This funding will help medical professionals get the tools they need to address #coronavirus." Sen. John Thune
March 4, 2020 Rounds, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Increase Access to Respirators Sen. Mike Rounds
March 3, 2020 Tweet - "Praying for Nashville and all of the families affected by the storm last night. My daughter went to @BelmontUniv , and the community has a special place in our family's heart. Incredibly saddened by this news." Sen. John Thune
March 3, 2020 Tweet - "As Americans learn more about the coronavirus, I want to assure them that I'm confident we'll be able to pass a bill to help give medical professionals the tools they need to address the threat. We are one nation, and we can work together to combat this outbreak. #Covid_19" Sen. John Thune
March 3, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Members of Parliament of the United Kingdom - Van Hollen, Colleagues Sign Bipartisan Letter Calling for UK to Reconsider Huawei Decision Sen. John Thune, ...
March 3, 2020 Tweet - "Lawmakers share Americans' desire for urgency in addressing the coronavirus. Bipartisan negotiations are underway on how Congress can help bolster the administration's efforts. We must be careful not to politicize this. It is not about Democrats vs. Republicans. #Covid_19" Sen. John Thune
Feb. 28, 2020 Tweet - ". @VP Pence called me earlier today to discuss #Coronavirus. Appreciate his outreach to leaders on both sides of the aisle. We're working together -- GOP & Dems, Congress & admin, House & Senate -- to combat #COVID19." Sen. John Thune
Feb. 21, 2020 Maintaining the Integrity of Our Election Process Sen. Mike Rounds
Feb. 13, 2020 Tweet - "I've yet to meet anyone who isn't annoyed by the illegal robocalls that keep phones ringing all day. It's gotten so bad that many people aren't picking up the phone at all. My #TRACEDAct, which recently became law, was the first big effort to combat illegal robocalls in decades." Sen. John Thune
Feb. 12, 2020 Tillis, Burr, Jones, Cornyn, Cruz, Lankford and Rounds Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Expedite Disaster Recovery Projects Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 7, 2020 Tweet - "ICYMI: Yesterday, @SenMarkey and I urged @AGWilliamBarr to implement the working group to combat illegal robocalls as required by our #TRACEDAct." Sen. John Thune
Feb. 6, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General of the U.S. Department of Justice - Thune, Markey Urge U.S. Attorney General Barr to Implement Interagency Working Group Required By the TRACED Act Sen. John Thune, ...
Jan. 20, 2020 Tweet - "Today, we honor and remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. -- a hero in American history -- whose dream inspired freedom and change. #MLK dedicated his life to standing up against racial injustice. May his life and legacy always be remembered." Sen. John Thune
Date Title Politician
March 24, 2020 Tweet - "This is a time to come together as a country -- and that includes Democrats and Republicans here in Washington. I'm hopeful that Democrats will work with us to provide relief to American workers, families, and small businesses." Sen.John Thune
March 24, 2020 Tweet - "Proud of @3M and the many South Dakota workers who are stepping up and doing their part to combat #COVID." Sen.John Thune
March 24, 2020 Tweet - "Great message. No American is alone as long as we are united." Sen.John Thune
March 23, 2020 Tweet - "Dems are calling the bill they're blocking a "bailout" even though the businesses we're trying to help are struggling due to no fault of their own -- they were shut down -- and employ MILLIONS of Americans. How many Americans have to lose their jobs before Dems allow us to act?" Sen.John Thune
March 23, 2020 Tweet - "Update: COVID relief & stimulus just blocked AGAIN by Dems. Americans around the country are rising to the occasion. It's time for Congress to do the same. Save politics for another day. We must act now." Sen.John Thune
March 23, 2020 Tweet - "Dems are saying over & over this bill is a "bailout" for American businesses. It's not. The money they're talking about is in the form of *loans*. It has to be repaid. This is about Americans who are hurting. We're in a position to do something about it. It's time we do." Sen.John Thune
March 23, 2020 Tweet - "Last night was probably one of the saddest days I've seen in my time in the United States Senate. Our country is in a crisis, and the Democrats are still playing a political game. We don't have the luxury of time in this fight against COVID." Sen.John Thune
March 23, 2020 Tweet - "Dems are saying over & over this bill is a "bailout" for American businesses. It's not. The money they're talking about is in the form of *loans*. It has to be repaid. This is about Americans who are hurting. We're in a position to do something about it. It's time we do." Sen.John Thune
March 23, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, and the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General for the Dept. of Justice - Senators Markey and Thune Call on FCC and Justice Dept. to Combat Coronavirus Robocalls Sen.John Thune, ...
March 23, 2020 Tweet - "I've never been more frustrated with my Democrat colleagues. Not only are they blocking vital relief, walking back on good-faith bipartisan negotiations, and stalling Senate action -- they're intentionally misleading the American people. Let's get it straight" Sen.John Thune
March 22, 2020 Tweet - "To recap: Democrats just blocked a bill that would provide direct cash payments to Americans who need it most -- like hourly workers. Not to mention funding to help support health care workers who are on the front lines. I hope Dems can put politics aside and work with us." Sen.John Thune
March 22, 2020 Tweet - "I sat in meetings across the table from Democrat colleagues negotiating a bipartisan bill to help provide direct relief to the American people. Yet, tonight, Democrats voted to block the bill. I'm ready to keep working, but it's time to check politics at the door." Sen.John Thune
March 22, 2020 Tweet - "These are challenging times filled with a lot of stress and uncertainty. There may be more difficult days ahead, but we are going to come out on the other side of this. And every day we're seeing Americans across the country standing up to meet this challenge." Sen.John Thune
March 22, 2020 Tweet - "Senate Democrats' political posturing just delayed the next installment of bipartisan coronavirus relief." Sen.John Thune
March 21, 2020 Rapid City Journal - THUNE: Extraordinary times require swift and bold action Sen.John Thune
March 21, 2020 Tweet - "Proud of our community for coming together in this hard time. Kudos to @KELOland for providing great info. Our small businesses are struggling, and we can be finding creative ways to support while social distancing." Sen.John Thune
March 21, 2020 Tweet - "Update from the Capitol where we're finalizing details on the coronavirus relief bill." Sen.John Thune
March 20, 2020 Delegation Applauds SBA Approval of Economic Injury Disaster Loan Funding for South Dakota Sen.John Thune, ...
March 20, 2020 Tweet - "The main thing the Senate is focused on right now is providing relief for workers, families, and small businesses -- people who are really feeling the crunch out there right now. We're making good headway." Sen.John Thune
March 20, 2020 Tweet - "All hands on deck. We're working together to get necessary help to Americans whose futures are being impacted by #COVID." Sen.John Thune
March 19, 2020 Letter to Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State, Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security, and Eugene Scalia, Secretary of Labor - Bipartisan, Bicameral Effort to Help Protect Domestic Food Supply During Coronavirus Pandemic Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "As a country, we will endure this storm and come out stronger, & Congress is acting to help equip America with the means to get through this tough time. The bill just introduced by @SenateMajLdr will provide targeted economic relief to Americans who need it most. More work ahead." Sen.John Thune
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "We can all do our part #SocialDistancing." Sen.John Thune
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "We're taking big steps at the federal level to fight #COVID." Sen.John Thune
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Important update I just announced a proposal to move back the tax filing date this year. With #COVID, the last thing on Americans' minds is filing taxes. This will give taxpayers & accountants relief during the busy season so they can practice safety measures like teleworking." Sen.John Thune
March 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General, and the Hon. Makan Delrahim, Assistant Attorney General - Daines Calls On DOJ to Investigate Price-Fixing, Market Manipulation Within Cattle Market and Meatpacking Industry Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Additional federal #COVID19 relief will be focused on the workers who've been displaced, small businesses facing tough times, & medical professionals on the frontlines. This will require swift & bold action. These are extraordinary times, and this response reflects that urgency." Sen.John Thune
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "We're all hearing a lot in the news, on social media, and in conversations about "social distancing." Here's a good explanation of what it is and why it WORKS" Sen.John Thune
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Quarantine can be -- by definition -- isolating, but social distancing doesn't have to mean social disengagement. As we work to increase the physical distance between us, we must maintain our social bonds. Call your parents, Facetime with your siblings, chat with coworkers." Sen.John Thune
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "While we have some negotiating ahead of us, there is a lot of Republican support in the Senate for providing direct relief to Americans in the form of cash payments to ease disruption from #COVID." Sen.John Thune
March 19, 2020 Thune, Daines, and King Introduce Bill to Extend the Tax Filing Deadline, Provide Additional Relief to Middle-Income Americans Sen.John Thune, ...
March 19, 2020 Shelby, Thune, Wicker unveil liquidity assistance for distressed American industries within comprehensive coronavirus package Sen.John Thune, ...
March 18, 2020 Thune Statement on Senate Passage of Additional Coronavirus Relief Sen.John Thune
March 18, 2020 Tweet - "We'll consider the House bill today & are already looking beyond it to provide more relief. We have 3 priorities: -direct assistance to Americans -support for our economy - especially small biz -providing medical professionals w/ resources they need We can weather this storm." Sen.John Thune
March 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Jovita Carranza, Admin. of the Small Business Administration - Delegation Urges SBA to Grant South Dakota's Economic Loan Request Sen.John Thune, ...
March 18, 2020 Tweet - "I agree. Voting for the House proposal is a first step, and the Senate will be moving forward with a third phase of #COVID relief to address the additional issues that small businesses are facing." Sen.John Thune
March 18, 2020 Tweet - "HEADING TO @POTUS : Bipartisan bill to provide critical relief to the many American workers & biz affected by #COVID. There's more work ahead of us to address the full economic impact - Senate Republicans are prepared to work until we provide further relief." Sen.John Thune
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "If you need reassurance that social distancing works, read this The sacrifices Americans are being asked to make now can and will help slow the spread of #COVID." Sen.John Thune
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "For small businesses or non-profits affected by #COVID, please visit the SBA coronavirus website (link) for more details on the Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program that can help you through this hard time. More work ahead of us on this critical issue." Sen.John Thune
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "Some of the measures being implemented to combat #COVID may be inconvenient, but they're a small price to pay to flatten the curve and limit the disease's spread. Let's do everything we can to protect our fellow Americans and prevent hospitals from being overwhelmed with cases." Sen.John Thune
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "I remain confident that we can pull together as a nation in these trying times -- and for that our country will emerge stronger. Here in Congress, we're working to help American workers, families, & businesses get through the tough economic consequences of #COVID19." Sen.John Thune
March 17, 2020 Fisa Sen.John Thune
March 16, 2020 Tweet - "Coronavirus cases in South Dakota remain low. Everyone should continue to follow guidance from the @CDCgov to help prevent spread -- practice social distancing, wash your hands, use disinfectant." Sen.John Thune
March 16, 2020 Tweet - "Our main goal should be slowing the spread of infection and trying to #FlattenTheCurve. This @washingtonpost article is a good read for understanding why the government is taking actions to promote social distancing and how we can all do our part." Sen.John Thune
March 16, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture - Sen. Tillis, Rep. Johnson Urge USDA to Protect Nation's Food Supply During Coronavirus Outbreak Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
March 14, 2020 Rapid City Journal - THUNE: Working together, we'll beat the coronavirus Sen.John Thune
March 13, 2020 Tweet - "Coronavirus is at the top of nearly every American's mind -- including here in Congress. This week, @SenateGOP met with @POTUS , @VP , Dr. Fauci & other admin officials for a #COVID19 update. While we address the outbreak, there's still other work to be done. #WeekinWashingtonWrapUp" Sen.John Thune
March 12, 2020 Rounds, 17 Colleagues Reintroduce Bill to Protect Military Families' Second Amendment Rights Sen.Mike Rounds
March 12, 2020 Tweet - "Thanks for helping to keep South Dakotans informed on #COVID19." Sen.John Thune
March 12, 2020 Tweet - "Senators will be in Washington next week working to address pressing issues like the coronavirus outbreak. It is our responsibility to work together to ensure that our country has the resources it needs to combat and defeat this disease." Sen.John Thune
March 11, 2020 Tweet - "Telehealth is a powerful tool in helping to protect health care professionals and patients as we combat coronavirus. I'm proud to see @AveraHealth in Sioux Falls playing a big part." Sen.John Thune
March 11, 2020 McConnell, Thune, Graham, Burr, and Cornyn "Strongly Support" FISA Legislation Sen.John Thune, ...
March 10, 2020 Tweet - "Last week, the federal gov worked together to get a law through to fund our medical response to #Coronavirus and ensure professionals have the resources they need to properly deal with the impact." Sen.John Thune
March 10, 2020 Tweet - ". @GovKristiNoem notified me earlier this afternoon that multiple presumptive cases of coronavirus have been identified in South Dakota." Sen.John Thune
March 10, 2020 Tweet - "#COVID has hit at least 34 states & D.C. As more people are tested, we expect those numbers to grow. While the health risks to the average American remain low, we should all do our part to protect the most vulnerable in our communities & take CDC recommendations very seriously." Sen.John Thune
March 10, 2020 Tweet - "My full statement on presumptive #coronavirus cases in South Dakota" Sen.John Thune
March 10, 2020 Tweet - "Some of the best precautions we can take to prevent #coronavirus transmission to Americans who are most at risk from #COVID19 are the simplest: -Wash hands regularly. -Avoid touching your face. -Stay home when sick. We can all do our part. More info:" Sen.John Thune
March 10, 2020 Tweet - "Just received another update on the admin's response to #COVID19. Like most Americans, I'm closely watching the #CoronavirusOutbreak in our country. The Senate, House, & admin's primary concern right now is the health & wellbeing of those who might be affected." Sen.John Thune
March 6, 2020 Tweet - "Good read. Countries that are continuing to use Huawei in their 5G infrastructure could impact US security. Just this week, I announced a bill to make comms infrastructure security a negotiating objective in future trade agreements." Sen.John Thune
March 6, 2020 Tweet - "#COVID19 funding approved Support for Israel Protect against China digital security threat Bipartisan energy bill (and more on that next week) More critical items in Washington this week? #WeekInWashingtonWrapUp" Sen.John Thune
March 5, 2020 Protecting Your Health During Coronavirus Outbreak Sen.Mike Rounds
March 5, 2020 Thune Supports Bipartisan Legislation to Help Combat Coronavirus Outbreak Sen.John Thune
March 5, 2020 Tweet - "Just passed Senate: bipartisan funding bill to help the USA combat the spread of #COVID19. Like many Americans, the Senate is closely watching the outbreak. This funding will help medical professionals get the tools they need to address #coronavirus." Sen.John Thune
March 4, 2020 Rounds, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Increase Access to Respirators Sen.Mike Rounds
March 3, 2020 Tweet - "Praying for Nashville and all of the families affected by the storm last night. My daughter went to @BelmontUniv , and the community has a special place in our family's heart. Incredibly saddened by this news." Sen.John Thune
March 3, 2020 Tweet - "As Americans learn more about the coronavirus, I want to assure them that I'm confident we'll be able to pass a bill to help give medical professionals the tools they need to address the threat. We are one nation, and we can work together to combat this outbreak. #Covid_19" Sen.John Thune
March 3, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Members of Parliament of the United Kingdom - Van Hollen, Colleagues Sign Bipartisan Letter Calling for UK to Reconsider Huawei Decision Sen.John Thune, ...
March 3, 2020 Tweet - "Lawmakers share Americans' desire for urgency in addressing the coronavirus. Bipartisan negotiations are underway on how Congress can help bolster the administration's efforts. We must be careful not to politicize this. It is not about Democrats vs. Republicans. #Covid_19" Sen.John Thune
Feb. 28, 2020 Tweet - ". @VP Pence called me earlier today to discuss #Coronavirus. Appreciate his outreach to leaders on both sides of the aisle. We're working together -- GOP & Dems, Congress & admin, House & Senate -- to combat #COVID19." Sen.John Thune
Feb. 21, 2020 Maintaining the Integrity of Our Election Process Sen.Mike Rounds
Feb. 13, 2020 Tweet - "I've yet to meet anyone who isn't annoyed by the illegal robocalls that keep phones ringing all day. It's gotten so bad that many people aren't picking up the phone at all. My #TRACEDAct, which recently became law, was the first big effort to combat illegal robocalls in decades." Sen.John Thune
Feb. 12, 2020 Tillis, Burr, Jones, Cornyn, Cruz, Lankford and Rounds Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Expedite Disaster Recovery Projects Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 7, 2020 Tweet - "ICYMI: Yesterday, @SenMarkey and I urged @AGWilliamBarr to implement the working group to combat illegal robocalls as required by our #TRACEDAct." Sen.John Thune
Feb. 6, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General of the U.S. Department of Justice - Thune, Markey Urge U.S. Attorney General Barr to Implement Interagency Working Group Required By the TRACED Act Sen.John Thune, ...
Jan. 20, 2020 Tweet - "Today, we honor and remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. -- a hero in American history -- whose dream inspired freedom and change. #MLK dedicated his life to standing up against racial injustice. May his life and legacy always be remembered." Sen.John Thune
arrow_upward