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Nov. 19, 2024
Thune: The Senate Must Prioritize the NDAA
Sen. John Thune
Sept. 17, 2024
Thune: Senate Democrats Must Prioritize National Security Over Political Show Votes
Sen. John Thune
July 25, 2024
The Senate Must Do More to Protect Our Nation
Sen. John Thune
Feb. 6, 2024
Thune: United States Must Be Ready to Counter Global Threats
Sen. John Thune
Jan. 31, 2024
Thune: Iran's Reign of Terror Must be Stopped
Sen. John Thune
Jan. 25, 2024
Thune, Blackburn Demand Answers From IRS For Failing to Comply with TikTok Ban
Sen. John Thune
Dec. 12, 2023
Thune: Annual Defense Bill Provides Critical Funding for Ellsworth Air Force Base
Sen. John Thune
Oct. 3, 2023
MANCHIN, ROUNDS INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN LEGISLATION TO ADVANCE MILITARY'S AI ADOPTION AND DATA COLLECTION
Sen. Mike Rounds
July 27, 2023
Thune Supports Annual Defense Bill, Ellsworth Air Force Base Priorities
Sen. John Thune
July 26, 2023
Thune: Annual Defense Bill Bolsters National Security, Military Readiness
Sen. John Thune
July 20, 2023
Thune Discusses Defense Bill Priorities for Ellsworth Air Force Base's Current and Future Missions, Including the B-21 Bomber
Sen. John Thune
June 4, 2023
Meet the Press - June 4, 2023
Sen. Mike Rounds
May 11, 2023
Thune, Risch Reintroduce Bill to Release Afghanistan Dissent Cable
Sen. John Thune
March 28, 2023
Thune: Strong National Defense is Our Core Responsibility
Sen. John Thune
March 22, 2023
Thune: Policy Changes that Affect National Security Must be Considered Carefully
Sen. John Thune
Dec. 20, 2022
Tweet - "Providing for our nation's defense is one of the most serious and consequential responsibilities for members of Congress. If we don't get national defense right, the rest is just conversation."
Sen. John Thune
Sept. 16, 2022
Letter to Hon. Lloyd J. Austin, Secretary of Defense - Baldwin, Bipartisan Group of 39 Senators Push for Increased Action to Address PFAS Exposure at Military Installations
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
July 13, 2022
Letter to Hon. Lloyd J. Austin III U.S. Department of Defense - Sen. Cramer, Senate Armed Services Republicans Ask Pentagon to Justify Claim Dobbs v. Jackson Would Significantly Affect Military Readiness
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
July 12, 2022
Thune, Risch Mark One-Year Anniversary of Ignored Warnings of Afghanistan Collapse
Sen. John Thune
July 12, 2022
Thune, Risch Mark One-Year Anniversary of Ignored Warnings of Afghanistan Collapse
Sen. John Thune
March 23, 2022
Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Sen. Cramer, SASC Colleagues Press Biden to Boost Defense Budget by 5% Above Inflation
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
March 10, 2022
Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - After Pentagon Rejects Poland's Plan to Provide Fighter Jets, Sen. Cramer, Colleagues Call for Biden, NATO Allies to Expedite Aircraft and Defense Systems to Ukraine
Sen. John Thune, ...
March 10, 2022
Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - After Pentagon Rejects Poland's Plan to Provide Fighter Jets, Romney, Ernst Call for Biden, NATO Allies to Expedite Aircraft and Defense Systems to Ukraine
Sen. John Thune, ...
March 10, 2022
Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Hoeven, Colleagues Urge President Biden to Allow Transfer of Soviet-Era Fighter Aircraft From Poland to Ukraine
Sen. John Thune, ...
March 8, 2022
Tweet - "I had a productive meeting with Executive Director of the Ellsworth Authority Scott Landguth. This is an exciting time for Ellsworth Airforce Base and the greater Black Hills Community as they prepare for the B-21 mission."
Sen. John Thune
March 7, 2022
Tweet - "There are still an unknown number of our security partners seeking to escape the wrath of the Taliban -- six months after Biden's disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan."
Sen. John Thune
Feb. 24, 2022
Tweet - "The United States, and all nations that stand for the freedom to self-govern, are with Ukraine. The free world must denounce Russia's war and meet it with resolute consequences: Sanctions. Isolation. Military arms to Ukraine."
Sen. John Thune
Feb. 18, 2022
Tweet - "All Americans, especially our veterans, deserve to know the full story behind Biden's disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal. Teamed up with @SenatorRisch on a bill to require @StateDept to release the dissent cable warning of Afghanistan's impending collapse--which went unheeded."
Sen. John Thune
Feb. 17, 2022
Tweet - "Americans were shocked to see the Taliban celebrate U.S. forces withdrawing from Afghanistan atop military equipment funded by taxpayers. My bill would provide accountability for the equipment left behind after the botched Biden withdrawal from AFG."
Sen. John Thune
Feb. 16, 2022
Thune Bill Demands Accountability for Biden Allowing Taliban Takeover of U.S. Military Equipment
Sen. John Thune
Feb. 15, 2022
Tweet - "Enjoyed meeting with South Dakota leaders for the Enlisted Assoc. of the National Guard of the United States. We had a productive discussion about recruitment/retention and the broad mission set of the Guard at home and abroad. Thanks for your service and leadership."
Sen. John Thune
Feb. 9, 2022
Thune, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Streamline Post-9/11 GI Bill Benefits
Sen. John Thune
Feb. 8, 2022
Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Sen. Cruz Leads Letter With 32 Colleagues to President Biden, Commits to Blocking Implementation of Any Iran Deal Not Submitted to Congress For Approval
Sen. John Thune, ...
Jan. 11, 2022
Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Booker Joins Bipartisan Group of Senators in Urging President Biden to Make Clear That U.S. Stands With Eastern European Allies in the Face of Putin's Aggression
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 15, 2021
Senate Passes NDAA, Including Rounds' South Dakota Priorities
Sen. Mike Rounds
Dec. 15, 2021
Tweet - "The Senate just passed #NDAA to fund our military. I was proud to vote yes in support of our troops and the many big wins for South Dakota, including B-21 construction at Ellsworth Air Force Base."
Sen. John Thune
Nov. 8, 2021
Letter to General Mark A. Milley, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff - Challenging 'Woke' Agenda in Military
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Nov. 3, 2021
Tweet - "Deciding what's considered on the Senate floor is about priorities, and our men & women in uniform don't seem to be very high on Dems' list. There is absolutely no reason for the Senate to continue spinning its wheels while the annual defense bill languishes. Let's get to work."
Sen. John Thune
Oct. 28, 2021
Thune: Democrats Continue to Have Misplaced Priorities
Sen. John Thune
Oct. 12, 2021
Lummis, Senators, Introduce Bill to Protect Second Amendment Rights on Federal Land
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 28, 2021
Tweet - "The disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal was a catastrophic failure by the Biden administration. There is no excuse for abruptly abandoning American citizens and Afghan allies, leaving them in the hands of the Taliban."
Sen. John Thune
Sept. 28, 2021
Tweet - "The Afghanistan crisis is a tragic failure of leadership. This admin abandoned Americans & our allies, created a potential safe haven for terrorism, & left advanced weapons & technology in enemy hands. Americans deserve answers."
Sen. John Thune
Sept. 13, 2021
Tweet - "The Biden admin must be held accountable for the disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal. They left American citizens behind, abandoned our Afghan allies, and left equipment & weapons in enemy hands. Congressional oversight is a must -- Blinken is the first step. We need the full story."
Sen. John Thune
Sept. 3, 2021
Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Sens. Moran, Marshall Join Colleagues in Demanding Answers About U.S. Withdrawal from Afghanistan
Sen. John Thune, ...
Sept. 2, 2021
Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Sen. Lee, Colleagues Demand Answers from Biden on Afghanistan Withdrawal
Sen. John Thune, ...
Sept. 2, 2021
Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Blackburn, Cotton, And Colleagues Demand Answers About Afghanistan Withdrawal
Sen. John Thune, ...
Sept. 2, 2021
Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Hagerty, Colleagues Demand Answers About Afghanistan Withdrawal
Sen. John Thune, ...
Aug. 31, 2021
Tweet - "There are still Americans and our Afghan allies stranded in Afghanistan. Instead of keeping his promise to American citizens and our partners, President Biden kept his promise to the Taliban."
Sen. John Thune
Aug. 30, 2021
Tweet - "President Biden's arbitrary deadline has arrived, and U.S. troops have left Afghanistan. But at what cost? Abandoning Americans & our allies, leaving advanced weapons and technology in enemy hands, & creating a safe haven for terrorism. This was a tragic failure of leadership."
Sen. John Thune
Aug. 27, 2021
Tweet - "When you learn the names and see their photos it brings a fresh wave of grief for the brave Americans we lost yesterday. Praying for all of their families in this unimaginable time. The terrorists who did this must be brought to justice."
Sen. John Thune
Date
Title
Politician
Nov. 19, 2024
Thune: The Senate Must Prioritize the NDAA
Sen.John Thune
Sept. 17, 2024
Thune: Senate Democrats Must Prioritize National Security Over Political Show Votes
Sen.John Thune
July 25, 2024
The Senate Must Do More to Protect Our Nation
Sen.John Thune
Feb. 6, 2024
Thune: United States Must Be Ready to Counter Global Threats
Sen.John Thune
Jan. 31, 2024
Thune: Iran's Reign of Terror Must be Stopped
Sen.John Thune
Jan. 25, 2024
Thune, Blackburn Demand Answers From IRS For Failing to Comply with TikTok Ban
Sen.John Thune
Dec. 12, 2023
Thune: Annual Defense Bill Provides Critical Funding for Ellsworth Air Force Base
Sen.John Thune
Oct. 3, 2023
MANCHIN, ROUNDS INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN LEGISLATION TO ADVANCE MILITARY'S AI ADOPTION AND DATA COLLECTION
Sen.Mike Rounds
July 27, 2023
Thune Supports Annual Defense Bill, Ellsworth Air Force Base Priorities
Sen.John Thune
July 26, 2023
Thune: Annual Defense Bill Bolsters National Security, Military Readiness
Sen.John Thune
July 20, 2023
Thune Discusses Defense Bill Priorities for Ellsworth Air Force Base's Current and Future Missions, Including the B-21 Bomber
Sen.John Thune
June 4, 2023
Meet the Press - June 4, 2023
Sen.Mike Rounds
May 11, 2023
Thune, Risch Reintroduce Bill to Release Afghanistan Dissent Cable
Sen.John Thune
March 28, 2023
Thune: Strong National Defense is Our Core Responsibility
Sen.John Thune
March 22, 2023
Thune: Policy Changes that Affect National Security Must be Considered Carefully
Sen.John Thune
Dec. 20, 2022
Tweet - "Providing for our nation's defense is one of the most serious and consequential responsibilities for members of Congress. If we don't get national defense right, the rest is just conversation."
Sen.John Thune
Sept. 16, 2022
Letter to Hon. Lloyd J. Austin, Secretary of Defense - Baldwin, Bipartisan Group of 39 Senators Push for Increased Action to Address PFAS Exposure at Military Installations
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
July 13, 2022
Letter to Hon. Lloyd J. Austin III U.S. Department of Defense - Sen. Cramer, Senate Armed Services Republicans Ask Pentagon to Justify Claim Dobbs v. Jackson Would Significantly Affect Military Readiness
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
July 12, 2022
Thune, Risch Mark One-Year Anniversary of Ignored Warnings of Afghanistan Collapse
Sen.John Thune
July 12, 2022
Thune, Risch Mark One-Year Anniversary of Ignored Warnings of Afghanistan Collapse
Sen.John Thune
March 23, 2022
Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Sen. Cramer, SASC Colleagues Press Biden to Boost Defense Budget by 5% Above Inflation
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
March 10, 2022
Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - After Pentagon Rejects Poland's Plan to Provide Fighter Jets, Sen. Cramer, Colleagues Call for Biden, NATO Allies to Expedite Aircraft and Defense Systems to Ukraine
Sen.John Thune, ...
March 10, 2022
Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - After Pentagon Rejects Poland's Plan to Provide Fighter Jets, Romney, Ernst Call for Biden, NATO Allies to Expedite Aircraft and Defense Systems to Ukraine
Sen.John Thune, ...
March 10, 2022
Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Hoeven, Colleagues Urge President Biden to Allow Transfer of Soviet-Era Fighter Aircraft From Poland to Ukraine
Sen.John Thune, ...
March 8, 2022
Tweet - "I had a productive meeting with Executive Director of the Ellsworth Authority Scott Landguth. This is an exciting time for Ellsworth Airforce Base and the greater Black Hills Community as they prepare for the B-21 mission."
Sen.John Thune
March 7, 2022
Tweet - "There are still an unknown number of our security partners seeking to escape the wrath of the Taliban -- six months after Biden's disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan."
Sen.John Thune
Feb. 24, 2022
Tweet - "The United States, and all nations that stand for the freedom to self-govern, are with Ukraine. The free world must denounce Russia's war and meet it with resolute consequences: Sanctions. Isolation. Military arms to Ukraine."
Sen.John Thune
Feb. 18, 2022
Tweet - "All Americans, especially our veterans, deserve to know the full story behind Biden's disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal. Teamed up with @SenatorRisch on a bill to require @StateDept to release the dissent cable warning of Afghanistan's impending collapse--which went unheeded."
Sen.John Thune
Feb. 17, 2022
Tweet - "Americans were shocked to see the Taliban celebrate U.S. forces withdrawing from Afghanistan atop military equipment funded by taxpayers. My bill would provide accountability for the equipment left behind after the botched Biden withdrawal from AFG."
Sen.John Thune
Feb. 16, 2022
Thune Bill Demands Accountability for Biden Allowing Taliban Takeover of U.S. Military Equipment
Sen.John Thune
Feb. 15, 2022
Tweet - "Enjoyed meeting with South Dakota leaders for the Enlisted Assoc. of the National Guard of the United States. We had a productive discussion about recruitment/retention and the broad mission set of the Guard at home and abroad. Thanks for your service and leadership."
Sen.John Thune
Feb. 9, 2022
Thune, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Streamline Post-9/11 GI Bill Benefits
Sen.John Thune
Feb. 8, 2022
Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Sen. Cruz Leads Letter With 32 Colleagues to President Biden, Commits to Blocking Implementation of Any Iran Deal Not Submitted to Congress For Approval
Sen.John Thune, ...
Jan. 11, 2022
Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Booker Joins Bipartisan Group of Senators in Urging President Biden to Make Clear That U.S. Stands With Eastern European Allies in the Face of Putin's Aggression
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 15, 2021
Senate Passes NDAA, Including Rounds' South Dakota Priorities
Sen.Mike Rounds
Dec. 15, 2021
Tweet - "The Senate just passed #NDAA to fund our military. I was proud to vote yes in support of our troops and the many big wins for South Dakota, including B-21 construction at Ellsworth Air Force Base."
Sen.John Thune
Nov. 8, 2021
Letter to General Mark A. Milley, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff - Challenging 'Woke' Agenda in Military
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Nov. 3, 2021
Tweet - "Deciding what's considered on the Senate floor is about priorities, and our men & women in uniform don't seem to be very high on Dems' list. There is absolutely no reason for the Senate to continue spinning its wheels while the annual defense bill languishes. Let's get to work."
Sen.John Thune
Oct. 28, 2021
Thune: Democrats Continue to Have Misplaced Priorities
Sen.John Thune
Oct. 12, 2021
Lummis, Senators, Introduce Bill to Protect Second Amendment Rights on Federal Land
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 28, 2021
Tweet - "The disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal was a catastrophic failure by the Biden administration. There is no excuse for abruptly abandoning American citizens and Afghan allies, leaving them in the hands of the Taliban."
Sen.John Thune
Sept. 28, 2021
Tweet - "The Afghanistan crisis is a tragic failure of leadership. This admin abandoned Americans & our allies, created a potential safe haven for terrorism, & left advanced weapons & technology in enemy hands. Americans deserve answers."
Sen.John Thune
Sept. 13, 2021
Tweet - "The Biden admin must be held accountable for the disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal. They left American citizens behind, abandoned our Afghan allies, and left equipment & weapons in enemy hands. Congressional oversight is a must -- Blinken is the first step. We need the full story."
Sen.John Thune
Sept. 3, 2021
Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Sens. Moran, Marshall Join Colleagues in Demanding Answers About U.S. Withdrawal from Afghanistan
Sen.John Thune, ...
Sept. 2, 2021
Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Sen. Lee, Colleagues Demand Answers from Biden on Afghanistan Withdrawal
Sen.John Thune, ...
Sept. 2, 2021
Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Blackburn, Cotton, And Colleagues Demand Answers About Afghanistan Withdrawal
Sen.John Thune, ...
Sept. 2, 2021
Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Hagerty, Colleagues Demand Answers About Afghanistan Withdrawal
Sen.John Thune, ...
Aug. 31, 2021
Tweet - "There are still Americans and our Afghan allies stranded in Afghanistan. Instead of keeping his promise to American citizens and our partners, President Biden kept his promise to the Taliban."
Sen.John Thune
Aug. 30, 2021
Tweet - "President Biden's arbitrary deadline has arrived, and U.S. troops have left Afghanistan. But at what cost? Abandoning Americans & our allies, leaving advanced weapons and technology in enemy hands, & creating a safe haven for terrorism. This was a tragic failure of leadership."
Sen.John Thune
Aug. 27, 2021
Tweet - "When you learn the names and see their photos it brings a fresh wave of grief for the brave Americans we lost yesterday. Praying for all of their families in this unimaginable time. The terrorists who did this must be brought to justice."
Sen.John Thune
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