Democrat Filibusters on Spending Bills Prompt Need for Short-Term CR

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding the Continuing Resolution (CR): “A new Senate majority came to office this year with a different outlook on government funding from the previous majority. “First we passed a budget. “Then we worked... Continue Reading

McConnell on House Speaker Boehner: ‘Country and Institution before Self’

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding the retirement of Speaker Boehner: “Grace under pressure. “Country and institution before self. “These are the first things that come to mind when I think of John Boehner. “He is an ally.... Continue Reading

McConnell: Senate Democrats’ Opposition to Defunding Planned Parenthood Won’t End the Debate

‘By placing their allegiance with the Far Left instead of women, Democrats are making a losing bet they will come to regret over the long term.’ WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor today regarding the introduction of a Continuing... Continue Reading

McConnell: A Privilege to Welcome the Pope to the Capitol

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell earlier today welcomed Pope Francis to the U.S. Capitol. Following His Holiness’ address during a Joint Meeting of Congress, Senator McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor: “I know I speak for the entire Senate when I say it... Continue Reading

McConnell: Funding Bill Would Fund Government and Protect Women’s Health

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding the Continuing Resolution (CR) that would fund the government while protecting women’s health: “It’s no surprise that members of the Senate have differences on issues. That’s normal. Healthy even. “But even if... Continue Reading

Senate CR Would Fund Government, Not Planned Parenthood

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding the Continuing Resolution (CR) that would fund the government while protecting women’s health: “I was struck by some things the Democratic Leader said this morning about funding the government. “First he said... Continue Reading

McConnell Calls For End to Democrat Filibuster of Defense Funding Bill

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding defense appropriations: “Almost exactly a year ago, President Obama addressed the nation and declared his resolve to ‘degrade’ and ‘destroy’ ISIL. I’ll speak more on that in just a moment, but there... Continue Reading

McConnell: Pass the Pain Capable Unborn Child Protection Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding the Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act: “Ask a family to show you the first picture of their child these days, and you’re likely to get a black-and-white image with delicate fingers and... Continue Reading

McConnell Urges Support for the Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor previewing the week ahead: “I know many Americans are looking ahead to the visit of Pope Francis this week with great interest. Thousands will gather on the Capitol grounds for the chance to... Continue Reading

Senate Vote Today Would Link Sanctions Relief to Change in Iranian Behavior

‘The Administration failed to negotiate to ensure the release of American citizens being held in Iranian custody. The Administration failed to negotiate to ensure Iran’s recognition of Israel’s right to exist. But we can do something to link the freedom American citizens being held in Iranian custody and the recognition... Continue Reading