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Box Elder man receives additional seven-year sentence for distributing child pornography

By Rushmore State News | Jun 27, 2025

A Box Elder man, previously sentenced in state court for sexual offenses against a minor, has received an additional seven-year federal prison sentence for distributing child pornography.

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VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in South Dakota average $374,772 for Q1

By Rushmore State News | Jun 26, 2025

The VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in South Dakota for the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025 averaged $374,772, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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House passes bill including Rounds’ measure for greater scrutiny of foreign ag land deals

By A. C. James | Jun 26, 2025

This week, the U.S. House of Representatives approved H.R. 1713, known as the Agricultural Risk Review Act of 2025.

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Bullhead woman sentenced for assault within Standing Rock Reservation

By Rushmore State News | Jun 26, 2025

A woman from Bullhead, South Dakota, has been sentenced to two years in federal prison for assault with a dangerous weapon. U.S. District Judge Charles B. Kornmann handed down the sentence on June 23, 2025.

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Wakpala woman receives federal prison sentence for mother's death

By Rushmore State News | Jun 26, 2025

United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell has announced the sentencing of Malania Rose Fast Horse, a 25-year-old woman from Wakpala, South Dakota.

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U.S. Attorney's Office hosts second annual summer law camp for South Dakota students

By Rushmore State News | Jun 26, 2025

Earlier this week, the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of South Dakota hosted its second annual Summer Law Camp in Sioux Falls.

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Thune outlines Republican plan to extend and expand 2017 tax cuts

By F. D. Mathis | Jun 25, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) addressed the Senate regarding upcoming tax legislation that aims to prevent tax increases for American families.

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Thune discusses pending legislation and foreign policy during radio interview

By D. R. Daley | Jun 25, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) appeared on The Hugh Hewitt Show to discuss ongoing legislative efforts and recent developments in national policy.

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Rapid City man sentenced for voluntary manslaughter

By Rushmore State News | Jun 25, 2025

United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell has announced the sentencing of a Rapid City man, Luke Standing Bear, for voluntary manslaughter.

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Thune outlines reconciliation bill focused on defense, border security, and energy policy

By D. R. Daley | Jun 24, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) addressed the Senate floor to discuss the upcoming reconciliation bill, emphasizing its focus on strengthening national security, border protection, and energy independence.

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Thune reflects on Dobbs decision's impact three years after Supreme Court ruling

By F. D. Mathis | Jun 24, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) spoke on the Senate floor today, marking the third anniversary of the Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision, which overturned Roe v. Wade and shifted abortion policy decisions to state legislatures. “Madam...

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Thune outlines key provisions in Republican-led reconciliation bill

By D. R. Daley | Jun 24, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) addressed the press on progress with the reconciliation bill, emphasizing its alignment with the president’s agenda to enhance national safety, strength, and prosperity.

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Senator Mike Rounds invites applications for fall 2025 internships

By A. C. James | Jun 24, 2025

U.S. Senator Mike Rounds is seeking applications from college students for internship positions in his offices for the fall 2025 semester.

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Thune discusses GOP priorities and U.S.-Iran policy on Fox News appearance

By F. D. Mathis | Jun 24, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) appeared on Fox News’ “America’s Newsroom” to discuss Republican legislative priorities and recent U.S. actions in Iran.

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VA Purchase Loans in South Dakota average $347,694 for Q4 2024

By Rushmore State News | Jun 23, 2025

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for South Dakota in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $347,694, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Thune highlights Republican-backed bill's impact on South Dakota families, farmers

By D. R. Daley | Jun 23, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) addressed the Senate, highlighting the progress of a Republican-backed bill aimed at delivering economic and security benefits for South Dakota and the nation.

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Thune emphasizes opposition to Iranian nuclear weapons after U.S. military action

By A. C. James | Jun 23, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) addressed the Senate regarding recent developments involving Iran and its nuclear ambitions.

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Minnesota man receives 30-year sentence for child pornography production

By Rushmore State News | Jun 23, 2025

A Minnesota man has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for the production of child pornography. U.S. District Judge Charles B. Kornmann handed down the sentence to Jason Honetschlager, aged 45, who was indicted by a federal grand jury in...

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Peever man receives nearly six-year sentence for assault with deadly weapon

By Rushmore State News | Jun 23, 2025

A Peever, South Dakota man has been sentenced to nearly six years in federal prison for assaulting his spouse with a deadly weapon. U.S. District Judge Charles B. Kornmann handed down the sentence to Terry Wayne Sterling Heminger, 27, on June 16,...

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Thune discusses GOP priorities including border security and energy policy

By D. R. Daley | Jun 21, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) discussed Republican legislative priorities during an appearance on Breitbart News Saturday with Matt Boyle.