John Thune: “You mentioned some of the things, ethnic cleansing, other countries interfering, terrorist groups moving in, disruptions…”

That's why again I hope that the administration is laser-focused on trying to get the strait open, get the shipping lanes opened up, and help out with that global energy supply.

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

Both pieces of legislation strike at the very heart of issues that the American people care deeply about, passionately about, and we'll see if the Democrats are willing to take yes for an answer.

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