John Thune: “I ask unanimous consent to waive the mandatory quorum call with respect to the Bhattacharya nomination. The PRESIDING…”

When the Senate completes its business on Aug. 8, to meet for pro forma sessions only at 10 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 10, 2026. 8 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026.

By scrambling the Democrats, we’ll spread their resources thin, making it nearly impossible for them to flip the seats they need to take the majority.

I remain committed to getting the farm bill and E15 to the president’s desk to secure these critical wins for South Dakota’s farmers and ranchers.

I wouldn’t be where I am without Jim Abdnor.