Remarks - Republican Leader

Americans Deserve An Economy That Reaches Its Potential

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding the budget for Fiscal Year 2018 and tax reform: “It goes without saying that the Obama years were not easy for America’s middle class. Many of the men and women we represent... Continue Reading

Budget Will Rein In Federal Spending And Help Economy Grow

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding the budget for Fiscal Year 2018 and tax reform: “The Senate, as I said yesterday, has a full schedule of work before it this fall. It’s what the president, vice president, and... Continue Reading

Senate Continues Work on Nominees, Budget, Tax Reform

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding the Senate’s fall agenda: “As I discussed with the president and vice president at our working lunch today, the Senate has a full schedule of important work ahead of us. The Senate’s... Continue Reading

Americans Deserve Larger Paychecks, More Jobs, Better Opportunities

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding the need for tax reform: “During the Obama years, many of the hardworking men and women of America’s middle class felt forgotten. Paychecks often did not keep pace with rising costs. Opportunities for... Continue Reading

Despite Democrat Obstruction, Senate Continues To Confirm Qualified Nominees

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding the need to confirm more of the president’s nominees: “Earlier this week, I filed cloture motions on four qualified nominees for various agencies throughout the federal government. I shouldn’t have had to.... Continue Reading

Tax Reform Is Critical To Our Country’s Economic Future

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding the need for tax reform: “Yesterday, Chairman Hatch held another hearing on a subject that’s incredibly important to the economic future of our country: tax reform. For too long, our economy has... Continue Reading

Kentucky Proud: Kentuckians Assisting with Hurricane Relief Efforts

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding the need for disaster relief for hurricane victims: “Last week, Congress passed legislation to reauthorize the FAA including its authority to collect and spend money for repairs and replacement parts for our... Continue Reading

‘We Want To Take More Money Out Of Washington’s Pocket And Put More In Yours’

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding the need for tax reform: “Last week, the Chairman of the Budget Committee unveiled a comprehensive budget for Fiscal Year 2018 that the committee will consider this week. This comprehensive budget resolution... Continue Reading

‘Chairman Pai Is Just The Kind Of Person We Need Over At The FCC’

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) released the following remarks today regarding the nominee for Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, Ajit Pai: “As I noted last week, the nominee before us — FCC Chairman Ajit Pai — has led a fascinating life with two defining features:... Continue Reading

‘This Is A Moment For National Mourning And For Prayer’

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding the terrible tragedy that took place last night in Las Vegas, NV: “The news we awoke to this morning was heartbreaking. What happened in Las Vegas is shocking, it’s tragic, and —... Continue Reading