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... Continue Reading

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... Continue Reading

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... Continue Reading

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... Continue Reading

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... Continue Reading

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... Continue Reading

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,... Continue Reading

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... Continue Reading

McConnell Praises SEC for Significant Step to Increase Transparency and Accountability

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor applauding Chairman Clayton and the SEC: “Earlier this week, the Securities and Exchange Commission took a significant step into the 21st century. “When public companies put business decisions up for a... Continue Reading

McConnell Sponsors New Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Coal Families’ Health Care and Pension Benefits

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding the bipartisan bill he introduced with Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) and Joe Manchin (D-WV), to protect health care and pension benefits for Kentucky miners – the Bipartisan American Miners... Continue Reading