Remarks - Republican Leader

Thune: Democrats Are the Double Standard Specialists

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 getting up, now, close to the time to vote on the Vought nomination. “And it’s been a 30-hour... Continue Reading

Thune: From Cabinet Confirmations to Legislation, the Senate is Focused on Results

February 5, 2025 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, while our focus in the Senate has been on nominees, we have managed to work in... Continue Reading

Thune Supports Russell Vought’s Vision to Target Government Waste, Rein in Spending

February 5, 2025 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, tomorrow the Senate will be voting on the nomination of Russell Vought to be director of... Continue Reading

Thune: Senate Republicans Are Committed to Confirming President Trump’s Cabinet as Quickly as Possible

February 4, 2025 Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today spoke at a press conference with Senate Republican leadership: Thune’s remarks below (as delivered): “Good afternoon. I think as everybody knows, the focus of the Senate right now is working through... Continue Reading

Thune: Pam Bondi Will Restore Faith in the Justice System

February 4, 2025 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 the Senate will vote on the nomination of Pam Bondi to serve as attorney... Continue Reading

Thune Discusses Scott Turner’s Plan to Revamp the Department of Housing and Urban Development

February 4, 2025 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, the Senate will also soon vote on the nomination of Scott Turner to be secretary of... Continue Reading

Thune Discusses Doug Collins’ Plan to Uphold Our Nation’s Commitment to Our Veterans

February 3, 2025 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, the Senate will also soon vote on the nomination of former Congressman Doug Collins to be... Continue Reading

Thune Supports Chris Wright’s Bold Energy Agenda

February 3, 2025 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, last week the Senate processed two members of President Trump’s energy team. “We confirmed Lee Zeldin... Continue Reading

Thune: Doug Burgum Knows That America’s Natural Resources are Our Greatest National Asset

January 30, 2025 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 the Senate will vote on former North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum’s nomination to be... Continue Reading

Thune Thanks Dedicated Capitol Workers, Congressional Staff, and Law Enforcement

January 30, 2025 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, I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, not one of us would last a... Continue Reading