Democrats’ Reckless Spree: Steep Costs, and Bad Policy, Too

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding Democrats’ reckless tax and spending spree: “I described yesterday how inflation is hurting families across the country. “Since then, yet another key economic indicator has set an unfortunate record: In the last year,... Continue Reading

Bipartisan Defense Legislation Will Bolster Kentucky and the Country

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding the National Defense Authorization Act: “Today, the Senate will pass this year’s National Defense Authorization Act by a big, bipartisan margin. “I’ve talked for weeks about the importance of this... Continue Reading

McConnell Continues to Work with Local, Federal Agencies to Provide Kentucky Tornado Relief

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding the tornadoes in Western Kentucky: “Kentucky is working to recover from the deadly storms and tornadoes. Each day brings new challenges. “Tens of thousands are still dealing with water, gas,... Continue Reading

Biden Administration’s Mistakes Raise the Stakes for 2021 Defense Bill

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding the National Defense Authorization Act: “For months, while our colleagues have been writing their reckless taxing and spending spree behind closed doors, the Democratic majority let the National Defense Authorization... Continue Reading

The Worst Inflation in Four Decades

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding Democrats’ reckless tax and spending spree: “Washington Democrats’ printing, borrowing, and spending addiction is directly hurting American families. “Two thirds of the American people — a supermajority — are worried... Continue Reading

McConnell on Devastating Kentucky Tornado Damage

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor today regarding the tornados in Western Kentucky: “The tornadoes that hit Kentucky this past weekend were some of the most widespread, severe, and devastating in our state’s history. “It is still difficult... Continue Reading

Bob Dole Honored at the “Epicenter of Our Democracy”

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding Senator Bob Dole: “Today, the Capitol is once again hosting a hallowed tradition. “The United States Congress just solemnly welcomed late friend, colleague, and leader Robert J. Dole one final... Continue Reading

Democrats’ Toddler Takeover Cuts Choices, Raises Costs, & “Insults the Diversity of American Families”

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding Democrats’ reckless tax and spending spree: “On Tuesday, I shined a spotlight on Washington Democrats’ proposed ‘toddler takeover.’ “They want to spend hundreds of billions of dollars in order to... Continue Reading

McConnell Delivers Rotunda Tribute to Senator Bob Dole

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today paying tribute to Senator Bob Dole: “On April 14, 1969, Senator Bob Dole delivered his first floor speech. He said, ‘the task ahead is monumental.’                        “And this was before Bob knew he’d end up leading... Continue Reading

Democrats Promote Soft-on-Crime Prosecutors as Murders Surge

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding crime rates: “The national murder rate just recorded its biggest jump in more than a century. In some cities, homicides have set all-time records. “From Albuquerque to Milwaukee to Memphis... Continue Reading