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John Thune discusses plans after becoming majority leader
U.S. Senator John Thune, a Republican from South Dakota, appeared on Fox News with Bret Baier following his election as majority leader for the 119th Congress.
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Thune outlines Republican goals following election victory
U.S. Senator John Thune from South Dakota addressed the Senate, outlining the objectives of the new Republican Congress and President-elect Donald Trump.
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Thune and Johnson discuss plans after election to key congressional roles
U.S. Senator John Thune from South Dakota met with Speaker of the House Mike Johnson from Louisiana following their respective elections to key leadership positions in the 119th Congress.
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John Thune elected as Senate majority leader for 119th Congress
U.S. Senator John Thune from South Dakota has been elected as the majority leader of the U.S. Senate for the 119th Congress.
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Thune introduces new Senate GOP leadership; outlines priorities for upcoming Congress
U.S. Senator John Thune from South Dakota addressed the Senate Republican leadership press conference, introducing the new Senate Republican leadership team for the 119th Congress.
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Republicans regain control of U.S. Senate; Thune expresses optimism
U.S. Senator John Thune from South Dakota has expressed his views following the Republicans' success in reclaiming majority control of the U.S. Senate.
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Thune comments on Trump's victory, outlines future collaboration plans
U.S. Senator John Thune from South Dakota has issued a statement congratulating President Trump and Senator Vance on their recent electoral success.
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Senator John Thune pays tribute to late Senator Tim Johnson
U.S. Senator John Thune from South Dakota has expressed his condolences following the death of former Senator Tim Johnson. In a statement, Thune acknowledged Johnson's dedication and service to the people of South Dakota.
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Legislation introduced for Western Dakota Regional Water System feasibility study
U.S. Senators John Thune and Mike Rounds, along with U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson, have introduced legislation to authorize a feasibility study for the Western Dakota Regional Water System. The proposed study aims to assess the viability of the project in addressing the growing water needs of the Black Hills region.
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Senator Thune addresses economic challenges under Biden-Harris administration
U.S. Senator John Thune (R-S.D.) addressed the Senate floor, discussing the financial strain he believes Americans are experiencing due to what he described as reckless spending by the Biden-Harris administration. Thune highlighted that American families are now required to spend over $13,000 more annually to maintain their standard of living compared to when President Biden and Vice President Harris assumed office.
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Senator criticizes Vice President Harris over $42 billion broadband initiative
U.S. Senator John Thune (R-S.D.) criticized Vice President Kamala Harris for her handling of a $42 billion broadband expansion initiative intended to connect rural Americans to the internet. According to Thune, the administration prioritizes its political agenda over addressing the needs of American citizens.
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Senator Thune criticizes Biden-Harris administration on Fox News
U.S. Senator John Thune (R-S.D.) appeared on Fox News with Martha MacCallum to discuss various issues including China’s interest in American agriculture, the Biden-Harris administration's perceived weaknesses, and the necessity of supporting Israel.
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Thune and Johnson seek nominations for U.S. service academies
U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) and U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) announced they are accepting applications to the U.S. service academies for the class entering in the summer of 2025.
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Senator Thune criticizes Schumer's focus on political show votes
WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator John Thune (R-S.D.) addressed the Senate floor today, criticizing Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's approach to what he termed "political show votes." Thune argued that these votes are consuming valuable time that could be used for critical legislation such as the National Defense Authorization Act and annual appropriations bills.
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Senators criticize VP Harris's handling of federal broadband initiatives
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator John Thune (R-S.D.), ranking member of the Subcommittee on Communications, Media, and Broadband, led his colleagues in sending a letter to Vice President Kamala Harris regarding her management of federal broadband initiatives. In 2021, President Biden tasked the vice president with leading efforts to expand broadband services to rural and unserved communities. Under Vice President Harris’s tenure as the “broadband czar,” the Biden-Harris administration’s $42 billion Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program has yet to connect any...
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Senator Thune criticizes Biden-Harris administration over record-breaking illegal immigration
WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator John Thune (R-S.D.) addressed the Senate floor on Wednesday, criticizing the Biden-Harris administration's handling of illegal immigration. Thune asserted that the administration's policies have led to unprecedented levels of illegal border crossings, which he claims have introduced terror threats, deadly drugs, and unaccompanied children into communities nationwide.
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Senator Thune criticizes Democrats' handling of defense priorities
WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) addressed the Senate floor today, emphasizing the urgency of passing the National Defense Authorization Act. Thune criticized Majority Leader Schumer for prioritizing politically motivated bills over national defense and security.
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Senator John Thune reflects on a busy summer across South Dakota
U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) recently addressed the Senate floor, reflecting on his summer activities across South Dakota. Thune emphasized the value of spending time at home, highlighting that the priorities of South Dakotans are his priorities in Washington, D.C.
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Senator Thune criticizes Vice President Harris' policy reversals and administration's record
WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) spoke on the Senate floor today, contrasting Vice President Kamala Harris’ recent policy changes with the Biden-Harris administration’s record over the past four years. Thune highlighted what he described as high prices, open borders, and global weakness under Democratic governance.
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Senator Thune criticizes Democratic efforts to end legislative filibuster
WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator John Thune (R-S.D.) addressed the Senate floor today, criticizing Senate Democrats' plan to end the legislative filibuster. He described it as a political tactic aimed at advancing their agenda and silencing the minority party.