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But because Texas is such an expensive state, we’re going to need the president and his team to be engaged there and to be putting resources into that race.

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.

Unfortunately, I think after two government shutdowns that have extended for a long period of time, it’s better for everybody if there’s predictability, certainty, and just to take that issue off the table.

I’m a realist. But I feel good about where things stand.