Laken Riley Act gives John Thune his first big win as Senate GOP leader
Senate Majority Leader John Thune notched his first big win Friday by clearing the filibuster on the Laken Riley Act. It'll almost certainly pass Monday with ease. Why it matters: It's a specific, popular,
Transcript: Senate Majority Leader John Thune on ...
The following is the full transcript of an interview with Senate Majority Leader John Thune, Republican of South Dakota, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that aired on Jan. 5, 2025.
Senate advances Laken Riley Act, teeing up final vote
The Senate voted Friday to advance the Laken Riley Act, putting Republicans a step closer to sending the first bill of the 119th Congress to President-elect Trump for his signature next week and
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Senate Majority Leader John Thune says he'll help Trump understand "what's realistic" in the Senate
Senate Majority Leader John Thune said he's committed to helping Donald Trump "achieve success" when he returns to the White House.
Laken Riley Act clears final Senate filibuster, teeing up passage for Trump’s first day
A final vote in the Senate is likely to be on Jan. 20, when Donald Trump is sworn in as president. The Laken Riley Act would then go back to the House.
Sen. John Thune: Power should be in the hands of the American people
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New Senate leader Thune aims to tackle US ‘fiscal mess’ but admits GOP tax cuts may not be fully funded
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The Senate advances a migrant detention bill that could be Trump’s first law to sign
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Man with a plan: The Washington Examiner interview with John Thune
Thune sat down for an interview with the Washington Examiner that marked his first with a print outlet since assuming his new ...
No, Thune didn't block Schiff from committees over Russia investigation | Fact check
There is no evidence Senate Majority Leader John Thune blocked Sen. Adam Schiff from committee assignments. A spokesperson said the claim is false.
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Thune on role as Senate Majority Leader
Republican Senate Majority Leader John Thune has a bold legislative agenda. “We want to make sure we’re securing the border, ...
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Murdo’s new digs: Thune’s bison sidekick moves up
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Top Senate Republican Won't Confirm He's a 'Yes' on All Trump Cabinet Picks
During an interview appearance on NBC News' Meet the Press on Sunday, Senate Majority Leader John Thune, a South Dakota Republican, wouldn't confirm if he's a "yes" on all of President-elect ...
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