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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, last week the Senate began consideration of the ObamaCare repeal resolution, which is the first step in the process of repealing the law. It is time for repeal. Seven years ago, ObamaCare was sold to the American people with…
Mr. President, I also ask unanimous consent that Matthew Taylor, a congressional fellow in Senator Cochran's office, be granted floor privileges for the remainder of the 115th Congress. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tempore. Without objection…
Mr. President, clarifying that recent request, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate recess from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. for the weekly conference meetings but that that time not count against S. Con. Res. 3. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tempore…
Madam President, the business of the 114th Congress is drawing to a close to wrap up a few final bills. One of the most important bills that we will be passing this week is the National Defense Authorization Act. In fact, this is one of…
I suggest the absence of a quorum. The VICE PRESIDENT. The clerk will call the roll. The bill clerk proceeded to call the roll.
Mr. President, as chairman of the Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, which has jurisdiction over consumer protection matters, I introduced the bipartisan Consumer Review Freedom Act last year, along with Senators Schatz and…
Mr. President, 2 years ago the American people entrusted Republicans with the Senate majority. At that time, things were in a bad way here in the Senate. Under Democratic control, the legislative process almost ground to a halt. Important…
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent to conclude my remarks. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. ____________________
Mr. President, there is no doubt that the election we have just been through was a bad one. Emotions ran high on both sides and are still running. But this is hardly the first time it has happened in our history, and it won't be the last…
Mr. President, I am disappointed that the minority has again chosen to put partisan politics ahead of passing noncontroversial, bipartisan, pro-growth legislation. My understanding is that their sole objection to passing the MOBILE NOW Act…
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to the immediate consideration of Calendar No. 446, S. 2555. I further ask that the Thune amendment be agreed to; that the committee- reported substitute amendment, as amended…
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent to be able to complete my remarks with respect to this subject. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there objection? Without objection, it is so ordered.
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