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Thune Marks Fourth Anniversary of Supreme Court’s Dobbs Decision
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, today we mark four years since the Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision - the landmark Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade and returning the question of abortion to the people and their elected representatives. “Roe was, quite simply, terrible constitutional law - a fact that’s been ac… Continue Reading
06.23.26
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, I spoke on the floor yesterday about the landmark bill Republicans passed last year: the Working Families Tax Cuts bill. “And I talked about how this bill fits into Republicans’ efforts to turn things around in our country. “Turn things around by putting more money in Americans’ pockets. … Continue Reading
06.22.26
Thune: The Working Families Tax Cuts Delivered Major Wins for the American People
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 approaching one year since the Working Families Tax Cuts became law. “For nearly a year now, the American people have been seeing the benefits of this bill. “From a more secure border to a stronger military. “Larger paychecks and bigger refunds. “Support for farmers and ranchers.… Continue Reading
06.18.26
Thune: The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act Makes Life More Affordable for Americans
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 the Senate takes a big step forward on an issue that’s important to many Americans. “And that’s homeownership. “Whether you read about it in the news or hear about it in conversation with friends and family members, most people know that the dream of homeownership is out of reach… Continue Reading
06.17.26
Thune: Senate to Prioritize Passage of NDAA
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, a U.S. Army Apache helicopter went down off the coast of Oman. “Within two hours, a rescue boat had located the pilots. “But this was not an ordinary rescue boat, Mr. President. “For the first time ever, an unmanned sea drone was sent to pick up the pilots and bring them to saf… Continue Reading
06.16.26
Thune: Democrats Break All the Wrong Records
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 don’t think at this point there are too many people who think Democrats were actually interested in reforms of Border Patrol and Immigration and Customs Enforcement. “Because it was pretty clear from their actions that they were not. “If you’re interested in getting reforms, you don’t sa… Continue Reading
06.15.26
Thune on Jay Clayton’s Nomination and Consequences of Democrats’ FISA Lapse
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, on Thursday President Trump nominated Jay Clayton - the United States attorney for the Southern District of New York - to be the director of national intelligence. “He has an impressive resume, with experience in both the public sector and the private sector. “And he has the kind of skill set necessary for managing issue… Continue Reading
06.11.26
Thune on Democrats’ Refusal to Prioritize National 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, last week, Senate Republicans passed legislation to fund Border Patrol and Immigration and Customs Enforcement for the next three years. “On Tuesday, House Republicans passed the legislation. “And yesterday, the president signed the bill into law. “Mr. President, I’m proud that we got thi… Continue Reading
06.10.26
Thune: The Working Families Tax Cuts Is Delivering for Working Americans
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 been almost a year since Republicans passed the Working Families Tax Cuts. “One year since Republicans delivered permanent tax relief to the American people and put more money in their pockets. “And I’m proud to say that it’s working. “Mr. President, at the start of this year, hardwo… Continue Reading
06.09.26
Thune: Democrats Must Not Expose Americans to the Consequences of Letting FISA Section 702 Lapse
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, in four days, authorization for our nation’s most critical intelligence-gathering tool will expire. “Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act allows the U.S. government to target the digital information of foreign actors located outside of the United States for specific nati… Continue Reading
06.08.26
Thune: Republicans Thwart Democrats’ Pursuit of “Defund the Police 2.0”
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, sometimes I have to wonder if Democrats remember the last election - and how four years of record-breaking illegal immigration on President Biden’s watch helped hand the House, the Senate, and the White House to Republicans. “Because to watch the Democrat Party right now, you’d think that 2… Continue Reading
06.04.26
Thune: Republicans Invest in Border Security, Democrats Undermine Law Enforcement
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 expect there will be a lot of amendments today on a lot of topics. “So I wanted to take just a minute to focus in on the essence of the bill that we are on, that we will be considering and voting on today. “It’s a simple bill, Mr. President. “It will do nothing more than fund Border Pat… Continue Reading
06.03.26
Thune: Trump Accounts Set Kids Up for Success
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, as of tomorrow, we will be one month away from the opening date for Trump Accounts. “These are new, tax-advantaged investment accounts for children created by Republicans’ Working Families Tax Cuts. “And as of a few days ago, parents can now download the new app for Trump Accounts. “The a… Continue Reading
06.02.26
Thune Commemorates C-SPAN’s 40th Senate Anniversary and Discusses Recent Work in South Dakota
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, as we begin our proceedings this morning, I want to take a moment to recognize a milestone here in the Senate. “On this day 40 years ago, C-SPAN broadcast the United States Senate for the very first time. “On June 2, 1986, the American people were able to turn on their televisions and see … Continue Reading
06.01.26
Thune to Democrats: Enforcing the Law Isn’t A Choice
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, enforcing our nation’s laws is not optional. “Securing our borders isn’t optional. “And supporting the men and women who do this important work - funding law enforcement - isn’t optional either. “That should go without saying. “But unfortunately, Mr. President, members of the Democrat Pa… Continue Reading
05.21.26
Thune: Democrats Cling to Open Borders, Republicans Want to Secure 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, the Democrat Party has gone off the rails. “It’s no secret that the Democrat Party has drifted sharply leftward in recent years. “And it’s become increasingly divorced from the concerns of ordinary Americans. “‘Many Americans Say the [Democratic] Party Does Not Share Their Priorities’ - t… Continue Reading
05.19.26
Thune: Senate Republicans Deliver Historic Results for the American People
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 marked 500 days of the Republican majority here in the United States Senate. “And what a busy 500 days it’s been. “We’ve taken close to 800 votes since last January. “Confirmed just under 500 nominees to posts across the federal government and judiciary. “And we’ve passed bills… Continue Reading
05.18.26
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 week, and the entire month of May is Military Appreciation Month. “Armed Forces Day was Saturday, and next week we will observe Memorial Day and remember all those who have laid… Continue Reading
05.14.26
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 one of the suspects, the officer in question was ambushed by the other suspect and shot. “Here in D.C. last month, law enforcement officers on duty at the White House Corre… Continue Reading
05.13.26
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 Federal Reserve. “Leading the Federal Reserve System is an enormous task. “The decisions the Fed makes affect Wall Street and Main Street and kitchen tables all across the country. … Continue Reading
