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Oct. 15, 2021 Tweet - "Received an update on the fall harvest from folks at the SD Soybean Processors in Volga and the Madison Farmer's Elevator in Ramona. Their insight on all things agriculture, from shipping and supply chain to biofuels, help guide my policy proposals." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 15, 2021 Tweet - "Ethanol is vital for American agriculture and affordable energy security, and fuels like E15 reduce emissions to protect South Dakota's #CleanAir. Spoke with folks from Dakota Ethanol about our work to support the ethanol industry and the SD farmers who rely on it." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 14, 2021 Letter to Nancy Pelosi, House Speaker, and Kevin Mccarthy, Minority Leader - Reps. Bera and Bucshon Lead Over 245 Members in Urging Action on Looming Medicare Physician Payment Cuts That Will Strain Patient Access to Care Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Oct. 12, 2021 Lummis, Senators, Introduce Bill to Protect Second Amendment Rights on Federal Land Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Oct. 11, 2021 Tweet - "It's Native Americans' Day in South Dakota. We honor the proud culture & contributions of the Lakota, Dakota, & Nakota people. Native American heritage is woven into the fabric of our state & this nation. I'm proud to join South Dakotans in celebrating our tribal citizens today." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 30, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President - Condemnation of Healthcare Workers Vaccination Mandate Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
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. 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 Letter to Richard Flournoy, Acting Administrator of USDA Risk Management Agency - Sen. Cramer Leads North Dakota, South Dakota CODELs in Advocating for Sunflower Producers' Insurance in Letter to USDA Sen. John Thune, ...
Sept. 23, 2021 Tweet - "It's obvious that Dems believe Washington elites know what's best for everyone -- even South Dakotans. They're pushing for a federal takeover of states' authority -- telling them how to hold elections -- and forcing their liberal views on abortion laws and immunization requirements." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 23, 2021 Tweet - "Biofuels are a win for consumers & the environment. If these reports are true, the Biden admin should reverse course. Instead of prioritizing electric cars for wealthy elites, they should support an industry powered by hardworking farmers in rural America." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 22, 2021 Tweet - "Inflation is near a 13-year high, Americans are worrying about if their paychecks can stretch to cover the higher prices they're facing, and Democrats want to spend $3.5 trillion more … Dumping that much money into the economy is pretty much guaranteed to fuel higher inflation." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 22, 2021 Rounds, Smith Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Promote Tribal Self-Governance for Federal Food Assistance Programs Sen. Mike Rounds
Sept. 17, 2021 Tweet - "Going once, going twice… Had a good discussion at the Herreid Livestock Auction. South Dakota cattle producers raise the best beef in the world. I'm fighting to get them answers on potential market manipulation by the meatpackers. Producers deserve a fair & transparent market." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 15, 2021 Tweet - "Grocery store beef that's labeled "Made in the USA" may actually come from cattle raised in a foreign country like Mexico. This label is dishonest to consumers & unfair to American cattle producers who actually raise U.S. beef. I have a bill to help fix this." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 15, 2021 Tweet - "Simple economic concept at work here: If you flood the economy with government spending, the price of goods goes up. For all their talk about helping hardworking Americans, Dems' economic policies are making these workers' lives more difficult." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 14, 2021 Cassidy, Crapo Introduce Bill to Protect Taxpayer Rights and Privacy Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
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. 13, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, the Hon. Richard Neal, Chairman, Ways and Means, Janet Yellen, Secretary of the Department of Treasury, and Charles P. Rettig, Commissioner of internal Revenue Service - Congressman Blake Moore Joins Congressman Tom Emmer and Colleagues in Sending Letter to Protect the Privacy Rights of Utah Families and Credit Unions from Burdensome Regulations Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 10, 2021 Letter to Hon. Denis McDonough, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - Cassidy, Hassan, Ernst, Warnock Lead Bipartisan Group Calling on VA to Address Impact of Afghanistan Withdrawal on Veterans' Mental Health Sen. John Thune, ...
Sept. 9, 2021 Tweet - "The federal government should NOT be forcing private citizens to get vaccinated. Period. I'm vaccinated. I encourage others to get vaccinated. But President Biden's vaccine mandate is extreme government overreach that South Dakotans won't stand for." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 8, 2021 Tweet - "These stations -- authorized by legislation I led with @SenatorRounds -- will benefit farmers and ranchers by significantly improving drought & precipitation monitoring across SD. Please consider signing up." 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 - 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, ...
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, ...
Aug. 31, 2021 Letter to Hon. Denis McDonough, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - Warner & Kaine Join Bipartisan Letter Calling On VA To Address Impact Of Afghanistan Withdrawal On Veterans' Mental Health Sen. John Thune, ...
Aug. 31, 2021 Letter to Hon. Denis McDonough, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - Shaheen Joins Bipartisan Group Calling on VA to Address Impact of Afghanistan Withdrawal on Veterans' Mental Health Sen. John Thune, ...
Aug. 31, 2021 Letter to Hon. Denis McDonough, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - Senator Hassan Leads Bipartisan Group Calling on VA to Address Impact of Afghanistan Withdrawal on Veterans' Mental Health 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. 31, 2021 Letter to Hon. Denis McDonough, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - Sen. Marshall Calls on VA to Address Impact of Afghanistan Withdrawal on Veterans' Mental Health 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 - "Military experts and members of Congress, including myself, repeatedly warned the president about the dangers of withdrawing troops based on an arbitrary timeline rather than the security situation on the ground. President Biden did not heed this advice." 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
Aug. 26, 2021 Tweet - "I am closely watching the situation in Afghanistan and monitoring the latest updates on the reported terrorist attacks. Please keep our troops and citizens and our Afghan allies on the ground in your prayers." Sen. John Thune
Aug. 26, 2021 JOHNSON PRESSES BIDEN ON DETAILS OF AFGHANISTAN PLAN Rep. Dusty Johnson
Aug. 26, 2021 Tweet - ""Messy" is an understatement for what's happening in Afghanistan. It's the result of shortsighted actions by this admin. My heart aches for the troops we lost today & for the loved ones they left behind. We must bring the terrorists who perpetrated today's violence to justice." Sen. John Thune
Aug. 25, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Sen. Moran Calls on President Biden to Answer Questions Regarding U.S. Strategy for Afghanistan Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 25, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Sens. Cramer, Cornyn, Colleagues Press Biden to Outline Plan on Afghanistan, Seek Answers to 14 Urgent Questions on Withdrawal Effort Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 25, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Sen. Marshall Demands Plan to Mitigate President Biden's Afghanistan Crisis Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 25, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President - Withdrawal of US Military from Afghanistan Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 25, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Hoeven Presses Biden to Outline Plans for Afghanistan Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 24, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Congressman Rogers Votes to Halt House Democrats' Spending Spree Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 22, 2021 Tweet - "The Afghanistan withdrawal fiasco was caused by setting an arbitrary deadline. @POTUS shouldn't double down by setting another one for ending the evac from Kabul. Give our men and women on the ground the time and resources they need. Lives depend on it." Sen. John Thune
Aug. 20, 2021 Rounds Speaks at Dedication Ceremony for the M. Michael Rounds Operations Center Building at the Sanford Underground Research Facility Sen. Mike Rounds
Aug. 20, 2021 Tweet - "The calamitous Biden withdrawal from Afghanistan underscores the grave error of giving adversaries a fixed timeline. The Taliban bided their time. Grateful for our brave service members who are conducting heroic work in terrible conditions." Sen. John Thune
Aug. 19, 2021 Letter to Hon. Lloyd Austin, Secretary of Defense - Cassidy, Rubio, Colleagues Press Biden Administration on U.S. Military Equipment in Taliban Hands Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 19, 2021 Letter to Hon. Lloyd Austin, Secretary of Defense - Sen. Marshall Demands Accountability for U.S. Military Equipment Abandoned in Afghanistan Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 19, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Warner & Kaine Join Shaheen, Ernst & Colleagues in Bipartisan Letter Urging Administration to Act on Immediate Evacuation of SIV Applicants Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 19, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Feinstein, Shaheen, Ernst, Colleagues Urge the Administration on Immediate Evacuation of SIV Applicants and Full Implementation of their SIV Legislation Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Date Title Politician
Oct. 15, 2021 Tweet - "Received an update on the fall harvest from folks at the SD Soybean Processors in Volga and the Madison Farmer's Elevator in Ramona. Their insight on all things agriculture, from shipping and supply chain to biofuels, help guide my policy proposals." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 15, 2021 Tweet - "Ethanol is vital for American agriculture and affordable energy security, and fuels like E15 reduce emissions to protect South Dakota's #CleanAir. Spoke with folks from Dakota Ethanol about our work to support the ethanol industry and the SD farmers who rely on it." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 14, 2021 Letter to Nancy Pelosi, House Speaker, and Kevin Mccarthy, Minority Leader - Reps. Bera and Bucshon Lead Over 245 Members in Urging Action on Looming Medicare Physician Payment Cuts That Will Strain Patient Access to Care Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Oct. 12, 2021 Lummis, Senators, Introduce Bill to Protect Second Amendment Rights on Federal Land Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Oct. 11, 2021 Tweet - "It's Native Americans' Day in South Dakota. We honor the proud culture & contributions of the Lakota, Dakota, & Nakota people. Native American heritage is woven into the fabric of our state & this nation. I'm proud to join South Dakotans in celebrating our tribal citizens today." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 30, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President - Condemnation of Healthcare Workers Vaccination Mandate Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
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. 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 Letter to Richard Flournoy, Acting Administrator of USDA Risk Management Agency - Sen. Cramer Leads North Dakota, South Dakota CODELs in Advocating for Sunflower Producers' Insurance in Letter to USDA Sen.John Thune, ...
Sept. 23, 2021 Tweet - "It's obvious that Dems believe Washington elites know what's best for everyone -- even South Dakotans. They're pushing for a federal takeover of states' authority -- telling them how to hold elections -- and forcing their liberal views on abortion laws and immunization requirements." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 23, 2021 Tweet - "Biofuels are a win for consumers & the environment. If these reports are true, the Biden admin should reverse course. Instead of prioritizing electric cars for wealthy elites, they should support an industry powered by hardworking farmers in rural America." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 22, 2021 Tweet - "Inflation is near a 13-year high, Americans are worrying about if their paychecks can stretch to cover the higher prices they're facing, and Democrats want to spend $3.5 trillion more … Dumping that much money into the economy is pretty much guaranteed to fuel higher inflation." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 22, 2021 Rounds, Smith Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Promote Tribal Self-Governance for Federal Food Assistance Programs Sen.Mike Rounds
Sept. 17, 2021 Tweet - "Going once, going twice… Had a good discussion at the Herreid Livestock Auction. South Dakota cattle producers raise the best beef in the world. I'm fighting to get them answers on potential market manipulation by the meatpackers. Producers deserve a fair & transparent market." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 15, 2021 Tweet - "Grocery store beef that's labeled "Made in the USA" may actually come from cattle raised in a foreign country like Mexico. This label is dishonest to consumers & unfair to American cattle producers who actually raise U.S. beef. I have a bill to help fix this." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 15, 2021 Tweet - "Simple economic concept at work here: If you flood the economy with government spending, the price of goods goes up. For all their talk about helping hardworking Americans, Dems' economic policies are making these workers' lives more difficult." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 14, 2021 Cassidy, Crapo Introduce Bill to Protect Taxpayer Rights and Privacy Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
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. 13, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, the Hon. Richard Neal, Chairman, Ways and Means, Janet Yellen, Secretary of the Department of Treasury, and Charles P. Rettig, Commissioner of internal Revenue Service - Congressman Blake Moore Joins Congressman Tom Emmer and Colleagues in Sending Letter to Protect the Privacy Rights of Utah Families and Credit Unions from Burdensome Regulations Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 10, 2021 Letter to Hon. Denis McDonough, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - Cassidy, Hassan, Ernst, Warnock Lead Bipartisan Group Calling on VA to Address Impact of Afghanistan Withdrawal on Veterans' Mental Health Sen.John Thune, ...
Sept. 9, 2021 Tweet - "The federal government should NOT be forcing private citizens to get vaccinated. Period. I'm vaccinated. I encourage others to get vaccinated. But President Biden's vaccine mandate is extreme government overreach that South Dakotans won't stand for." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 8, 2021 Tweet - "These stations -- authorized by legislation I led with @SenatorRounds -- will benefit farmers and ranchers by significantly improving drought & precipitation monitoring across SD. Please consider signing up." 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 - 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, ...
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, ...
Aug. 31, 2021 Letter to Hon. Denis McDonough, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - Warner & Kaine Join Bipartisan Letter Calling On VA To Address Impact Of Afghanistan Withdrawal On Veterans' Mental Health Sen.John Thune, ...
Aug. 31, 2021 Letter to Hon. Denis McDonough, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - Shaheen Joins Bipartisan Group Calling on VA to Address Impact of Afghanistan Withdrawal on Veterans' Mental Health Sen.John Thune, ...
Aug. 31, 2021 Letter to Hon. Denis McDonough, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - Senator Hassan Leads Bipartisan Group Calling on VA to Address Impact of Afghanistan Withdrawal on Veterans' Mental Health 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. 31, 2021 Letter to Hon. Denis McDonough, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - Sen. Marshall Calls on VA to Address Impact of Afghanistan Withdrawal on Veterans' Mental Health 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 - "Military experts and members of Congress, including myself, repeatedly warned the president about the dangers of withdrawing troops based on an arbitrary timeline rather than the security situation on the ground. President Biden did not heed this advice." 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
Aug. 26, 2021 Tweet - "I am closely watching the situation in Afghanistan and monitoring the latest updates on the reported terrorist attacks. Please keep our troops and citizens and our Afghan allies on the ground in your prayers." Sen.John Thune
Aug. 26, 2021 JOHNSON PRESSES BIDEN ON DETAILS OF AFGHANISTAN PLAN Rep.Dusty Johnson
Aug. 26, 2021 Tweet - ""Messy" is an understatement for what's happening in Afghanistan. It's the result of shortsighted actions by this admin. My heart aches for the troops we lost today & for the loved ones they left behind. We must bring the terrorists who perpetrated today's violence to justice." Sen.John Thune
Aug. 25, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Sen. Moran Calls on President Biden to Answer Questions Regarding U.S. Strategy for Afghanistan Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 25, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Sens. Cramer, Cornyn, Colleagues Press Biden to Outline Plan on Afghanistan, Seek Answers to 14 Urgent Questions on Withdrawal Effort Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 25, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Sen. Marshall Demands Plan to Mitigate President Biden's Afghanistan Crisis Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 25, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President - Withdrawal of US Military from Afghanistan Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 25, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Hoeven Presses Biden to Outline Plans for Afghanistan Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 24, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Congressman Rogers Votes to Halt House Democrats' Spending Spree Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 22, 2021 Tweet - "The Afghanistan withdrawal fiasco was caused by setting an arbitrary deadline. @POTUS shouldn't double down by setting another one for ending the evac from Kabul. Give our men and women on the ground the time and resources they need. Lives depend on it." Sen.John Thune
Aug. 20, 2021 Rounds Speaks at Dedication Ceremony for the M. Michael Rounds Operations Center Building at the Sanford Underground Research Facility Sen.Mike Rounds
Aug. 20, 2021 Tweet - "The calamitous Biden withdrawal from Afghanistan underscores the grave error of giving adversaries a fixed timeline. The Taliban bided their time. Grateful for our brave service members who are conducting heroic work in terrible conditions." Sen.John Thune
Aug. 19, 2021 Letter to Hon. Lloyd Austin, Secretary of Defense - Cassidy, Rubio, Colleagues Press Biden Administration on U.S. Military Equipment in Taliban Hands Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 19, 2021 Letter to Hon. Lloyd Austin, Secretary of Defense - Sen. Marshall Demands Accountability for U.S. Military Equipment Abandoned in Afghanistan Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 19, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Warner & Kaine Join Shaheen, Ernst & Colleagues in Bipartisan Letter Urging Administration to Act on Immediate Evacuation of SIV Applicants Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 19, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Feinstein, Shaheen, Ernst, Colleagues Urge the Administration on Immediate Evacuation of SIV Applicants and Full Implementation of their SIV Legislation Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
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