01.17.25

Thune Introduces South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem at Secretary of Homeland Security Confirmation Hearing

January 17, 2025 “I’m pleased to be able to be here today to introduce our great governor and to thank you for your consideration. I look forward to this committee acting on her nomination, and I look forward to voting for her on the floor of the United States Senate to be the next secretary of the Department of Homeland Security.” Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today introduced Gov. Kristi Noem (R-S.D.) at the Senate Committee on… Continue Reading

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01.15.25

Thune Discusses Importance of Passing Laken Riley Act

“This bill would help reduce the chances of another tragedy like this one by requiring that illegal immigrants be detained when they are charged with theft-related crimes like the one for which Laken’s killer was cited less than five months before he killed her.” January 15, 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, thank y… Continue Reading

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01.13.25

Thune: Laken Riley Should Still Be Alive Today

“The kind of unchecked illegal immigration we’ve experienced at our southern border under President Biden serves as an invitation to terrorists, criminals, and other dangerous individuals to enter our country.” January 13, 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, by now I think a lot of Americans know the story of Laken Ri… Continue Reading

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01.08.25

Thune Previews Senate Agenda, Key Priorities

“We have a lot of work to do. But the American people have chosen the right team to get it done.” January 8, 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, this past November the American people gave President Trump and Republicans a mandate. “Now the time has come to begin executing on it. “Mr. President, one of the most impo… Continue Reading