John Thune
Senate Majority Leader
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View Timeline →Senator Thune Discusses Beef Trade, Data Centers, and Implications for Iran
Senator John Thune discussed various topics including beef trade, data centers, and the SAVE Act, with implications for U.S.-Iran relations. His comments reflect ongoing concerns…
Senate Majority Leader John Thune Discusses GOP Strategy Amid Rising Iran Tensions
Senate Majority Leader John Thune discusses the GOP's midterm strategy in light of rising tensions with Iran. The analysis highlights the Republican Party's approach to…
Thune Proposes Adding Iran Sanctions to Russia Sanctions Legislation
Senator John Thune announced that sanctions targeting Iran will be included in a bill aimed at imposing sanctions on Russia. This move highlights the U.S.…
Thune Advocates for Congressional Involvement in Iran Deal Amid GOP Concerns
Senator John Thune emphasized the need for Congressional involvement in the negotiations regarding the Iran deal as concerns among GOP members increase. This highlights the…
Thune Affirms No Major GOP Policy Change on Iran
Senator John Thune stated that there is no significant shift in the Republican Party's stance on Iran, indicating a continuation of existing policies. This involves…
After 60 days of war in Iran, does US Congress want a say?
After 60 days of conflict, questions are being raised about whether the US Congress will assert its role in the war with Iran. Experts suggest…
Tulsi Gabbard Confirmed by Senate as Director of U.S. National Intelligence
The U.S. Senate confirmed Tulsi Gabbard as the Director of National Intelligence with a narrow vote. Gabbard, a former Congresswoman, has pledged to reduce bureaucracy…
Netanyahu's Meeting with U.S. Vice President and National Security Advisor
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with U.S. officials, including Vice President J.D. Vance and National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, to discuss various issues, including…
Major Domestic and Global Changes Favoring Donald Trump's Administration
Donald Trump returns to the White House as the 47th President, now viewed as an experienced politician with a Republican majority in Congress and improved…
New Majority Leader of the U.S. Senate Threatens ICC with Sanctions
Senator John Thune has threatened the ICC with sanctions if it continues to pursue arrest warrants against Israeli leaders for alleged war crimes in Gaza.…
Israel at War; Republican Legislators Emphasize Israel's Right to Self-Defense
Republican lawmakers condemned the recent terrorist attacks by Iran-backed Palestinian groups against Israel, emphasizing Israel's right to self-defense. President Biden and other U.S. officials reiterated…