John Thune: “This hearing exemplifies the spirit of adventure and exploration that has made this country what it is today.”

It’s a great message. I like the message. But it shouldn’t be paid for with taxpayer dollars.

I just think, if you’re looking at issues that we want to get at the heart of what everybody seems to be saying, the Democrats and others are saying, are important, we're concerned about.

Odds are we plan on being here next week," said Thune.

There’s voter fatigue with high gas prices, and high diesel prices in my part of the world.