Election Security Defenses Are Stronger, Crucial Work Continues
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding election security: “Last Tuesday was Election Day in dozens of states and localities, including my home state of Kentucky. But there was one important aspect of Election Day that didn’t get much attention: Unlike in […]
Democrats Focus on Impeachment Instead of Defense Funding
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding defense funding: “As my colleagues know, I have no qualms about spending floor time on the personnel business. Our Democratic colleagues have made it necessary by subjecting this president’s nominees to unprecedented, systematic delays […]
McConnell: Senate Should Vote to Confirm Steven Menashi
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor discussing the impending confirmation of Steven Menashi: “While our Senate Democratic colleagues continue blocking this body from considering funding for our armed forces, the Senate has taken advantage of this time to confirm more of President […]
Democrats’ Impeachment Quest Crowding out Important Legislation for the American People
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding impeachment: “Today, almost three years into House Democrats’ quest to impeach the president…and seven weeks into the inquiry that Speaker Pelosi proclaimed via press conference…House Democrats will hold their first public hearing on impeachment. “This […]
McConnell Comments on Turkish President’s Visit to the White House
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding national security: “Today, President Trump will host the leader of Turkey at the White House. “Although I have expressed concerns about granting President Erdogan such an honor in light of his recent actions, I […]
McConnell Urges Support for President Trump’s Well-Qualified Nominees
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding the impending confirmation of Steven Menashi: “After we confirm Chad Wolf to serve in a senior position at the Department of Homeland Security, the Senate will turn to President Trump’s nominee to serve on the […]
With Democrats Blocking Urgent Legislation, Senate Will Consider More of President Trump’s Nominees
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding the impending confirmation of two of President Trump’s well-qualified nominees: “While our Democratic colleagues continue to block the Senate from moving forward with defense funding here on the floor, we’ll use this time to confirm […]
While Conflicts Roil Key Regions Worldwide, Democrats Block Legislation for National Defense
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding Democrat’s blocking defense funding: “Hong Kong has been rocked by more violence as citizens continue resisting the Chinese Communist Party’s encroachment on their autonomy and freedoms. “On Monday, it appears the local police shot a […]
House Democrats Putting Impeachment Ahead of USMCA
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor urging Congress to pass the USMCA: “I was privileged to spend a good chunk of the day yesterday with the hardworking men and women of North American Stainless in Carroll County, KY. “They’re a high-quality stainless […]
The Land of The Free Because of The Brave
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor in honor of Veterans Day, November 11th: “On Monday, our nation will observe Veterans Day. Some will gather here in our nation’s capital, at the proud monuments which pay enduring tribute to the service and sacrifices […]