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John Randolph Thune is an American politician serving as the senior United States senator from South Dakota since 2005. A member of the Republican Party, Thune has been a prominent figure in national politics, focusing on issues such as immigration enforcement, border security, and federal worker compensation. He has played a significant role in shaping Republican policy in Congress and has been involved in various legislative initiatives throughout his tenure.
Mr. President, this evening the House of Representatives concurred in the Senate amendment to the House amendment to S. 140, legislation known as the Frank LoBiondo Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2018. The House's action clears the way…
Mr. President, I know the perception out there is often that bipartisanship is dead, but the bill we passed this afternoon, the Coast Guard Authorization Act, is a good reminder that we can still come together and get things done for the…
Mr. President, 2 years ago, when Republicans took control of the White House as well as of Congress, we promised the American people that growing the economy was going to be our No. 1 priority, and we got right to work. Under the Obama…
Mr. President, a long and arduous process is finally drawing to a close. In the next couple of days, we will vote on Judge Kavanaugh's confirmation to the U.S. Supreme Court. I will be voting yes. Last week, Dr. Christine Blasey Ford…
Mr. President, I have 10 requests for committees to meet during today's session of the Senate. They have the approval of the Majority and Minority leaders. Pursuant to rule XXVI, paragraph 5(a), of the Standing Rules of the Senate, the…
I am sure there will be people whom I have left off this list, and I apologize for that, but it just underscores the amount of collective effort that underpins our work. I could also easily expand that list to include those at the…
Madam President, I also ask unanimous consent to have printed in the Record the names of Chairman McCaul's staff and Ranking Member Thompson's staff. Also, we are grateful to the staff of Chairman Smith, who chairs the House Science…
Madam President, it is oftentimes easy to believe the news reporting on how the Senate is broken and bipartisanship is dead, but then you work with your colleagues--both Democrats and Republicans, from the House and the Senate--on…
As if in legislative session, I move to concur in the House amendment to the Senate amendment to H.R. 6 under the previous order. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The motion is pending. The Senator from South Dakota. =========================== NOTE…
Mr. President, I have 5 requests for committees to meet during today's session of the Senate. They have the approval of the Majority and Minority leaders. Pursuant to rule XXVI, paragraph 5(a), of the Standing Rules of the Senate, the…
Mr. President, aviation continues to play a significant role in the American economy and in American life. The industry contributes $1.6 trillion to the economy on an annual basis and supports more than 10.6 million jobs. In 2017, 850…
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that I be able to complete my remarks. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. FAA Reauthorization Act
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