Western South Dakota News

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune recently appeared on Fox News with Sean Hannity to discuss the Republican agenda. During the interview, Thune emphasized the party's long-standing goal of establishing a "limited, smaller, more efficient, more effective government." He noted the challenges posed by Senate rules that require 60 votes for legislative action, but expressed optimism due to the current Republican control of the House, Senate, and White House.

Thune stated, "We can use reconciliation to do some of these things," highlighting opportunities for reducing government size and decentralizing power from Washington. He also praised President Trump's initiatives since taking office, particularly in energy policy, border security, military rebuilding, and economic strengthening.

Discussing shared goals with the president, Thune said: "He wants to secure the border. He wants to rebuild our military. He wants to strengthen our economy." He pointed out that recent executive orders have been well-received across the country.

Thune further commented on public sentiment following the election: "We clearly have things we need to do to just respond to what the American people are telling us and told us in this election." He criticized progressive policies and expressed confidence in achieving Republican objectives as aligned with voter preferences.