 But politics is also a factor. Senator Mike Rounds. This may very well have to be done after the November election because at that point we'll know whether it's Republicans or Democrats that will control the Senate and the House and the executive branch. So everybody's looking to see whether they get a better deal before the end of the year or if they can negotiate a better deal after the beginning of the new year. Senator Mike Rounds is up for re-election in 2026 should he seek another term.