John Thune
Profile
John Thune is an American politician serving as the senior United States Senator from South Dakota, a position he has held since 2005. Currently serving as the Senate Majority Leader, he previously held several leadership roles, including Senate Minority Whip and Republican Conference Chair. Before his election to the Senate, Thune served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1997 to 2003. A graduate of Biola University and the University of South Dakota, he began his career in state-level administration and legislative staff roles. Thune is recognized for his conservative policy stances and his legislative work on issues such as telecommunications reform.
Details
- Born
- 1961-01-07 · 65 years old
- Birth place
- Pierre, South Dakota
- Education
- Biola University, University of South Dakota
- Career
- Legislative aide, Executive director of the South Dakota Republican Party, Railroad Director of South Dakota, Executive director of the South Dakota Municipal League
