Democrats Cannot Let Impeachment Crowd Out Basic Governing Duties

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding legislative priorities: ‘As I said, the Democrats’ fixation with impeachment has pushed crucial governing priorities into the 11th hour. ‘Just yesterday, after months of delays and hostage-taking, House Democrats finally... Continue Reading

Senate Continues to Confirm 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 nominations: ‘I’ve spoken at length about the serious impact that Democrats’ impeachment obsession has had on months worth of important legislative priorities. ‘For months, Republicans have been calling for bipartisan... Continue Reading

Democrats’ Impeachment Obsession Has Left Congress With An Overload of 11th-Hour Legislation

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding the week’s business and impeachment: ‘It’s no secret that Washington Democrats have been itching to impeach President Trump since the moment he took the oath of office. Remember the Washington... Continue Reading

McConnell: It’s “The 11th Hour” for Crucial Legislation After Months of Democrats’ Delays

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding the week’s business: ‘As we enter the final weeks of 2019, two things seem to be true here in Congress. ‘Number one: Our Democratic colleagues, particularly in the House, seem... Continue Reading

McConnell: “It Will Require Consent and Cooperation” to Finish Legislation That Impeachment Has Stalled

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding the week’s business: ‘As the end of the year approaches, and the House Democrat majority continues to pour their time and attention into impeaching the president, a number of key... Continue Reading

McConnell Defends Religious Liberty in America

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding nominations and religious freedom: ‘While we wait for our Democratic colleagues to let this legislation move forward, the Senate’s used the time to confirm more of President Trump’s impressive nominees... Continue Reading

“All Impeachment, All The Time” As Democrats Block Legislation

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding the week’s business: ‘For weeks now, Republicans have been asking Democrats to take off their impeachment blinders and let Congress legislate for the American people. We’ve argued that American families... Continue Reading

McConnell: Let’s Get Serious About Funding the Government

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding essential funding for the government: ‘Nearly every day I’ve come to the floor to talk about the key pieces of legislation that we’ll only be able to complete with bipartisan... Continue Reading

McConnell: I’ve Been Proud to Stand With Hong Kong for Decades

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding Hong Kong: ‘On Sunday, as we Americans savored the holiday weekend and gave thanks for our liberty, the people of Hong Kong once again took to the streets to demand... Continue Reading

McConnell Pays Tribute to Senator Johnny Isakson

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor in tribute to Senator Johnny Isakson (R-GA): ‘The Senate has set today aside to honor our distinguished colleague, the senior Senator from Georgia, Johnny Isakson. ‘It’s been about three months since... Continue Reading