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Marion Michael Rounds

Republican junior Senator of South Dakota

  • Senator

    South Dakota

    January 6, 2015 - January 3, 2021

  • Senator

    South Dakota

    January 3, 2021 - January 3, 2027

202-224-5842

@SenatorRounds

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Congresses Served

2

Senate Terms

January 1, 1954 (71 years old)

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  • American businessman and politician, serving as a U.S. senator since 2015.
  • Previously served as the 31st governor of South Dakota from 2003 to 2011.
  • Elected to the South Dakota Senate in 1990, representing the 24th district until 2001.
  • Holds a Bachelor of Science degree in political science from South Dakota State University.
  • Has a background in insurance and real estate, being a former partner in a firm with multiple offices in South Dakota.
  • Known for his significant electoral victories, including a successful gubernatorial campaign in 2002 and reelection in 2006.
  • In the U.S. Senate, he has been involved in various committees, including Armed Services and Environment and Public Works.
  • Advocates for employer contributions to employee student loans and has opposed the Affordable Care Act.
  • Has faced scrutiny regarding his administration’s handling of the EB-5 visa program and related investments.
  • Endorsed a fellow senator for the 2024 presidential election and has publicly acknowledged the legitimacy of the 2020 presidential election results.
  • Active in community organizations and a member of Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church.