How did John Thune win their last election?

John Thune won the 2016 general election with 71.8% of the vote (265,516 votes), winning by a margin of 43.6 points against 1 opponent.

When is John Thune up for re-election?

John Thune is up for re-election in 2028. Their current term ends January 3, 2029. They have served 4 terms in this office. Senate seats are contested in staggered six-year cycles, with roughly one-third up each election.

What is John Thune's current election status?

John Thune's current term ends January 3, 2029. Their next election is in 2028. Senators serve six-year terms with elections staggered across three classes.

How much campaign money has John Thune raised?

According to FEC filings, John Thune has raised $2,793,133 in campaign funds, spent $1,159,160, and has $17,018,310 cash on hand.

What is the difference between campaign funds and office spending?

Campaign funds are raised from donors for election purposes and regulated by the FEC. Office spending (MRA) is a separate taxpayer-funded budget allocated to each House member for staff salaries, rent, travel, and official duties. The two cannot be mixed — campaign money cannot pay for official expenses and vice versa.

John Thune

R Senate Majority Leader U.S. Senate

State: SD
Salary: $193,400/year
Tenure: 21 years, 3 months

Recorded Votes

Became Law

Bills Sponsored

All Representatives

John Thune is an Independent Senator from SD serving in the 119th Congress (2025–2027). Now in their 4th term, they have cast 18 recorded votes, seen 7 measures become law, and sponsored 47 bills. They won their 2016 election with 71.8% of the vote, a 43.6-point margin. Next election in 2028.

18 Votes 7 Laws 47 Bills Sponsored 71.8% 2016 Win 4 Terms 2028 Re-election

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