McConnell Honors the Life of George Voinovich
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor today honoring the life of former Ohio U.S. Senator George Voinovich: “I’d like to say a few words about a colleague we lost this weekend. George Voinovich was the oldest of six children and, until his late […]
McConnell on Orlando Attack: We Won’t Back Down in the Face of Terrorism
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor today regarding the tragic shooting in Orlando, Florida and the need to defeat ISIL: “Above this Capitol, the American flag flies at half-staff. A symbol of national sorrow—for lives taken far too soon. A symbol of national […]
Senator McConnell on Passing of Senator George Voinovich
WASHINGTON, DC — U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell released the following comments regarding the passing of Senator George Voinovich: “Senator Voinovich was a man of integrity and deep commitment to his faith, his family, and those he served in public office. From the mayor’s office to the governor’s mansion to the United States Senate, […]
Senator McConnell on Orlando Shooting
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell released the following statement today regarding the tragic shooting in Orlando, Florida: “The nation’s prayers are with the victims and their families in the wake of this terrible tragedy. We thank the citizens and first responders who helped rescue and save lives amidst horror and chaos. We will […]
McConnell Encourages Senate to Pass Critical Measure to Support Troops and National Security
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor today regarding the National Defense Authorization Act: “In just a few minutes, the Senate will take another important step toward passing sweeping defense legislation that will support our troops and our national security. “It will help drive […]
Passing NDAA Will Help Ensure Military Readiness and Keep Americans Safe
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor today regarding the National Defense Authorization Act: “President Obama’s approach to national security policy began with unworkable ideas on the campaign trail, and it’s been marked by some consistent themes. “Like inflexible commitments to drawing down our […]
McConnell Welcomes Prime Minister of India to U.S. Capitol
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor today welcoming Narendra Modi, the Prime Minister of India, for his address to a joint session of Congress: “Later today, we’ll welcome the Prime Minister of India as he visits the Capitol. “Though this is Narendra Modi’s […]
NDAA Will Help Keep Americans Safe, Prepare Country for Challenges
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor today regarding the National Defense Authorization Act: “There are an array of threats facing our country. And, as the Chairman of the Armed Services Committee recently observed, ‘[i]nstead of one great power rival, the United States now […]
Republican-Led Senate Passes Bipartisan Bill to Support Economic Opportunity
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor today regarding the Toxic Substances Control Act, the first major environmental reform in two decades: “After months of hard work and collaboration between both chambers, last night we were able to pass the first major environmental reform […]
McConnell: ‘We Need to Ensure the American People Are Protected’
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor today regarding the National Defense Authorization Act: “The National Defense Authorization Act before us is important for our troops, it’s important for wounded warriors and veterans, and it’s important for national security. “One way it will help […]