WASHINGTON — The Senate gaveled in on Friday and officially came under Republican control, with newly elected Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) being sworn in and vowing to preserve the ...

Trump’s expectations. By Carl Hulse Reporting from the Capitol John Thune won election to the Senate in 2004 by conquering Senator Tom Daschle, the powerful Democratic leader, only to quickly ...

Senate Majority Leader John Thune is hoping Republicans are able to help sort out the national "fiscal mess." Getty Images New Senate Majority Leader John Thune on Sunday said one of his top ...