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SD Senator John Thune Recovering at Home

SD Senator John Thune Recovering at Home

Senator John Thune Photo: WNAX


South Dakota Senator John Thune left Washington last week and flew back to Sioux Falls just before the vote on the two point two trillion dollar rescue plan.
Thune said he wasn’t feeling well and thought it best to isolate himself….

Thune tested negative for the coronavirus and says he is feeling better…

Thune says he worked through the negotiations on the economic rescue plan.

Thune says the plan is a start but Congress will be ready to spend more if necessary to stabilize the economy.

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