Nearly Every Democrat Tried to “Shatter the Soul of the Senate for Short-Term Power”

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding Democrats’ radical Senate takeover: “Well, I think we can all agree on one thing. It’s been a long day. Almost everybody’s had something to say. The reason for that is... Continue Reading

“Just the Kind of Shortsighted Power Grab this Body Was Built to Stop”

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding Democrats’ radical Senate takeover: “The Democratic Party has had control of Washington for exactly 364 days. “Tomorrow will mark exactly one year since President Biden was inaugurated on the West... Continue Reading

Democrats Pause Attacking Senate’s 60-Vote Threshold Long Enough to Block Russia Sanctions

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding Democrats’ radical Senate takeover: “Late last week, our Democratic colleagues briefly paused their quest to destroy the Senate’s 60-vote threshold — just long enough to use the 60-vote threshold themselves... Continue Reading

U.S. Must Act With Urgency and Seriousness to Deter Russian Aggression

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding national security: “Finally, beyond our shores, there remains no shortage of forces who wish harm on America and our interests. “Senators will vote today on a measure to impose sanctions... Continue Reading

Biden Administration Must Refocus on Real Problems Facing American Families

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding the American people’s priorities: “A recent survey asked Americans for their view of the most important problems facing our country. “Of course, we know what Washington Democrats view as their... Continue Reading

“Profoundly Unpresidential”

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding President Biden’s speech in Georgia yesterday: “Twelve months ago, a newly-inaugurated President Biden stood on the West Front of the Capitol and said this: ‘My whole soul is in this:... Continue Reading

Democrats’ Rule-Breaking Senate Takeover Would Silence Millions of Americans and Permanently Damage the Institution

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding Democrats’ radical Senate takeover: “Something disturbing is happening in Washington this week. “A group of politicians are trying to set aside election results, overrule American voters, and break our institutions... Continue Reading

Top Democrats Want to Take Over the Senate to Take Over Elections to Take Over America

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding Democrats’ radical Senate takeover: “This week, on this floor, we are poised to witness something that has never happened before in living memory: An attempt to attack the core identity... Continue Reading

McConnell Delivers Eulogy for Senator Johnny Isakson

ATLANTA, GA – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following eulogy today at the funeral service for Senator Johnny Isakson: “Diane, Kevin, John, and Julie — “You know, in the U.S. Senate, a lot comes down to attendance. “Do you have the votes? Do you have a... Continue Reading

McConnell: U.S. and NATO Allies Must Stand Strong in the Face of Russian Threats

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding foreign policy: “Over the holidays, Russian President Vladimir Putin’s insatiable and unreasonable demands only grew. “So did Russia’s threat to Ukraine, Europe, NATO, and our own interests. “Putin cannot be... Continue Reading