Remarks - Republican Leader

Thune Honors Members of the United States Military

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 month of May is dedicated to America’s finest. “We observed Police Week and Peace Officers Memorial Day last... Continue Reading

Thune Honors the Service and Sacrifice of Our Nation’s Law Enforcement Officers

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 month, a Sioux Falls, South Dakota, police officer responded to a report of a weapons violation. “While pursuing... Continue Reading

Thune: Republicans Plow Ahead on President Trump’s Nominations Despite Democrat Obstruction

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 finish considering the nomination of Kevin Warsh to be the 17th chairman of the... Continue Reading

Thune: Working Families Tax Cuts Delivers Major Tax Relief for South Dakota Small Businesses

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 was Small Business Week. “And I was glad to be able to host a business roundtable last... Continue Reading

Thune Previews Senate Work Period, Honors Law Enforcement During 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, we have a lot to do over the next two weeks. “Confirm Kevin Warsh to the Federal Reserve. “Approve... Continue Reading

Thune on Democrats’ Anti-Law Enforcement Rhetoric

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 are a nation of immigrants, but we’re also a nation of laws. “That’s a commonsense statement – and... Continue Reading

Thune on Importance of Funding Border Security

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 need law enforcement. “Nowhere was that more evident than on Saturday night when a gunman attempted to storm... Continue Reading

Thune: Working Families Tax Cuts Invests in American Workers

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 how pleased we are to be able to welcome King Charles and... Continue Reading

Thune: Democrats Want to Return to the Biden Border Crisis

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 events of Saturday night were horrifying. “It is difficult to believe that this is the third time –... Continue Reading

Thune: Democrats Continue Following Biden’s Failed Border Blueprint

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, yesterday Republicans moved to begin consideration of a budget resolution to fund law enforcement – Border Patrol and Immigration... Continue Reading