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,
Meet Leader John Thune's all-star cabinet as Republicans take over Senate majority
FIRST ON FOX: Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., has selected four top Republican allies to be part of his unofficial cabinet as he looks to make his own impression on the upper chamber after taking the mantle from longtime GOP Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky.
Scoop: Majority Leader John Thune picks four senators to form his kitchen cabinet
Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) is forming his kitchen cabinet — an inner circle of advisers outside of elected leadership, Axios has learned. Why it matters: A new leader means new alliances and new voices with influence.
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.
Thune commits to amendment process for Laken Riley bill
Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) committed to having an “amendment process” for the Laken Riley Act as the chamber continues to work through passing the bill in the coming days. Thune’s
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
S.D., opens up about the Laken Riley Act, the confirmation hearings and efforts to clean up the government on 'The Story.' ...
New Senate leader Thune aims to tackle US ‘fiscal mess’ but admits GOP tax cuts may not be fully funded
New Senate Majority Leader John Thune on Sunday said one of his top objectives will be to address the country’s “fiscal mess” ...
Thune rounds out leadership team with slate of informal advisers
Thune’s elected leadership team includes Majority Whip John Barrasso (R-WY), Conference Chairman Tom Cotton (R-AR), Policy ...
The Senate advances a migrant detention bill that could be Trump’s first law to sign
The Senate is set for an Inauguration Day vote on legislation that would require federal authorities to detain migrants ...
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.
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 ...
Senate on track to pass bill named for murdered jogger Laken Riley to crack down on illegal migrant crime
Senators will vote on final passage of the bill Monday evening, following President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration ...
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Why Can't Mike Johnson and John Thune Just Get Along?
With Donald Trump's agenda at stake, the top Republican leaders are divided on fundamental questions of strategy.