John Thune: “I think the quickest way to end it is to just open everything up, and then everybody gets paid, and you’re not picking…”

There's been enough uncertainty this last year, and, you know, unfortunately, I think through two government shutdowns that extended for a long period of time, it's better for everybody if there's predictability, certainty.

If he can change the facts and start moving some of those senators from nos to yeses, then we’ll have a different conversation. It’s just the reality.

I hope this will encourage my colleagues to stop blocking reauthorization of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act.

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.