WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) issued the following statement after the inauguration of President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence:

“Today is a historic day for America as Donald Trump and Mike Pence take on the enormous responsibility of serving as president and vice president of the United States,” said Thune. “I want to extend my heartfelt congratulations to President Trump, Vice President Pence, and their families on this important moment in their lives. As the Trump administration begins, I look forward to working with the president and my colleagues in Congress to pursue pro-growth policies that strengthen the economy and create more good-paying jobs.”