Remarks
Thune: Republicans Fight Against Fentanyl Scourge
Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor: Thune’s remarks below (as delivered): “Mr. President, later today, our friends in the House will be voting on the HALT Fentanyl Act. “This is important legislation, and I’m glad that it will soon be on its way to the president’s desk. “I don’t need to tell anybody about the terrible impact of drug overdoses in this country - many of them caus… Continue Reading
06.11.25
Thune: Senate to Vote on the Bipartisan GENIUS Act
Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor: Thune’s remarks below (as delivered): “Mr. President, a significant number of Americans are engaging with cryptocurrency. “That includes Americans who use stablecoins. “And then there are the individuals and businesses around the world that access the American dollar through the use of dollar-backed stablecoins. “Mr. President, stablecoins … Continue Reading
06.10.25
Thune: Senate Committees Continue to Drive Progress on Reconciliation Bill
Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor: Thune’s remarks below (as delivered): “Mr. President, work on reconciliation continues apace, and we are getting very close to the final bill. “Since I spoke on the floor on this topic last week, two more committees have released their sections of the bill text - the Banking Committee, under the leadership of Chairman Tim Scott, and the Commer… Continue Reading
06.09.25
Thune: Democrats Are Disconnected and Proud of It
Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor: Thune’s remarks below (as delivered): “Mr. President, we’re rapidly approaching floor consideration of our reconciliation bill, and Democrats are melting down. “I’m pretty sure the Democrat leader was on the floor every day last week bemoaning the bill and emphasizing how Democrats are going to fight with everything they’ve got. “That’s righ… Continue Reading
06.05.25
Thune: Pedal to the Metal
Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor: Thune’s remarks below (as delivered): “Mr. President, for many months now, we’ve been laying the groundwork for legislation to make tax relief for hardworking Americans permanent and invest in our security to build a stronger, safer, and more prosperous America. “And we are very nearly there. “It’s been an exciting week in the Senate, with th… Continue Reading
06.04.25
Thune: Senate Republicans Work to Restore American Energy Dominance
Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor: Thune’s remarks below (as delivered): “Mr. President, Senate Republicans are continuing to work on a reconciliation bill that makes America stronger and more prosperous. “And an important component of this bill is what it does on energy. “Republicans spent a lot of time last year talking about how the Biden administration’s hostility to conve… Continue Reading
06.03.25
Thune: Senate Republicans Keeping Our Foot on the Gas
Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor: Thune’s remarks below (as delivered): “Mr. President, we’re entering the sixth month of Republican leadership in Washington. “We’ve already delivered some significant wins for the American people - and there’s so much more on the way. “When this Congress began, we got right to work getting President Trump’s Cabinet in place. “We confirmed 21… Continue Reading
06.02.25
Thune: Senate Republicans Charging Ahead to Deliver President Trump’s Agenda
Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor: Thune’s remarks below (as delivered): “Mr. President, before I begin, I want to mention Sunday’s attack in Boulder, Colorado. “A man armed with incendiary devices and shouting anti-Israel slogans attacked a peaceful event held to draw attention to the plight of Israeli hostages in Gaza. “Eight individuals were injured, at least two so severel… Continue Reading
05.22.25
Thune Commemorates Memorial Day
Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor: Thune’s remarks below (as delivered): “This month I’ve had the privilege of welcoming two groups of South Dakota veterans to Washington during Honor Flight visits. “I went simply to say hello and to thank these men and women for their service to our country. “This is something I’ve done for many years, and it is always an occasion that inspir… Continue Reading
05.22.25
Thune: Senate Ready to Equip Trump in Ukraine Peace Talks
Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor: Thune’s remarks below (as delivered): “For the last four months, President Trump has gone to extraordinary lengths to bring an end to the bloodshed in Ukraine, and we here in the Senate commend him for those efforts. “Now the ball is in Putin’s court. “It’s time for him to come to the table in good faith and make a serious proposal for an imm… Continue Reading
05.22.25
Thune Condemns Tragic Shooting at Capital Jewish Museum in D.C.
Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor: Thune’s remarks below (as delivered): “Mr. President, before I begin, I need to mention the shooting that occurred last night outside an event at the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., held by the American Jewish Committee. “From everything we know so far, it is appallingly clear that event attendees were deliberately targeted. “And t… Continue Reading
05.21.25
Thune: Senate Will Determine Future of Biden’s California EV Mandate
Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor: Thune’s remarks below (as delivered): “Madam President, we’re facing a novel situation here in the Senate. “And for the sake of my Democrat colleagues, who seem more than a little confused as to what’s going on here, let me just review the situation. “We have received from the House joint resolutions of disapproval that meet all the statutory… Continue Reading
05.21.25
Thune: A Stronger America Is a Safer America
Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor: Thune’s remarks below (as delivered): “Mr. President, Republicans are continuing our work on a reconciliation bill that delivers for the American people. “And if I had to summarize this bill in one phrase, I would say it’s about building a stronger America. “And a stronger America, Mr. President, is a safer America. “Last week, I discussed t… Continue Reading
05.20.25
Thune: Senate to Overturn California Waiver Rules
Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor: Thune’s remarks below (as delivered): “Mr. President, this week we’re going to be moving to take up Congressional Review Act resolutions to overturn Clean Air Act preemption waivers the Environmental Protection Agency granted to California that allow California to dictate emissions standards for the whole country - effectively imposing a nation… Continue Reading
05.19.25
Thune to Democrats on Bipartisan Stablecoin Bill: No More Excuses
Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor: Thune’s remarks below (as delivered): “Mr. President, this evening, we’re going to once again vote to begin consideration of the GENIUS Act. “And I’m hoping that the second time will be the charm. “We were here 11 days ago, Mr. President, in the same place, when Democrats inexplicably chose to block this legislation. “The question is: Why? … Continue Reading
05.15.25
Thune: Grateful for Law Enforcement Officers’ Service and Sacrifice This National Police Week
Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor: Thune’s remarks below (as delivered): “Mr. President, it’s Police Week this week - the yearly observance recognizing the service and sacrifice of our nation’s law enforcement officers. “Mr. President, they are a special breed - the men and women who safeguard our communities. “I’m a dad and a grandfather, and I think every parent knows that … Continue Reading
05.14.25
Thune: Trump Administration Restores Control at the Southern Border
Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor: Thune’s remarks below (as delivered): “Mr. President, before I begin my remarks today, I want to say a word about our former colleague Christopher ‘Kit’ Bond who passed away yesterday at the age of 86. “Kit Bond dedicated his life to serving the people of Missouri. “After serving as state auditor, he became Missouri’s youngest governor at the… Continue Reading
05.13.25
Thune: I’ll Never Stop Fighting for Ellsworth Air Force Base
Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor: Thune’s remarks below (as delivered): “Madam President, the month of May is a special time to celebrate the Americans who serve our country in uniform. “May is Military Appreciation Month. “On Saturday, we celebrate those currently serving on Armed Forces Day. “And toward the end of the month, on Memorial Day, we honor those who gave their l… Continue Reading
05.12.25
Thune: Democrats Draw Up Familiar Play: Obstruction, Division, Distraction
Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor: Thune’s remarks below (as delivered): “Mr. President, before I begin, I want to mention longtime Supreme Court Justice David Souter, who died on Thursday. “My thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones. “I also want to mention Cardinal Robert Prevost, who on Thursday became Pope Leo XIV. “And I want to extend my congratulations … Continue Reading
05.08.25
Thune: Senate Democrats Inexplicably Filibuster Bipartisan Stablecoin Bill
Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor: Thune’s remarks below (as delivered): “Mr. President, let me just say that Democrats have just used the filibuster for the fourth time this year. “Why? “Well, in this case, no one really knows. “This is a bipartisan issue. “It’s a bipartisan bill. “And it had a bipartisan process from the very beginning. “And if Democrats were interested… Continue Reading
