Ricketts Congratulates John Thune on Winning GOP Leadership Election

November 13, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) issued the following statement congratulating Senator John Thune (R-SD) on being named the Senate Republican Leader:

“The American people have given the Senate a mandate to lower prices, unleash American energy, and secure the border. John Thune’s experience will be critical to making that a reality. Having a fellow Midwesterner leading the Senate is a benefit to Nebraska and our entire region. I also appreciate John’s commitment to using every tool in his arsenal to get President Trump’s nominees confirmed quickly. Congratulations, Leader Thune! Let’s get to work.”