Local Government News
South Dakota Federal District Judges receive Senate confirmation
U.S. Senators John Thune (R-S.D.) and Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) recently took to the Senate floor to extend their congratulations to Eric Schulte and Judge Camela Theeler, nominees for the U.S. District Court for the District of South Dakota, following their confirmation votes in the Senate. Both senators had previously introduced these nominees during the Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on their nominations.
Senator Thune honors law enforcement during National Police Week
U.S. Senator John Thune (R-S.D.) addressed the Senate floor to commemorate National Police Week and honor law enforcement officers and their families for their service. He particularly paid tribute to Moody County Chief Deputy Sheriff Ken Prorok, who tragically lost his life in the line of duty earlier this year.