Biden Administration’s Answer to Border Crisis? Politically-Correct Proofreading

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding the border crisis:  “The situation on our southern border is bad and getting worse. “Last month saw overall migrant totals hit a nearly-two-decade high. More unaccompanied minors arrived than during... Continue Reading

Hong Kong’s Real Patriots are the People Defending Democracy

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding Hong Kong:  “On Friday, the Chinese Communist Party reminded the world what it thinks about justice, due process, and self-governance. “Nine of Hong Kong’s most devoted pro-democracy advocates received harsh... Continue Reading

“Instead of Trying to Tilt the Scales of Justice with Threats, Policymakers Should Focus on Making Policy”

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding Senate business and racial justice:  “Last week the Senate began consideration of the COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act. It’s my understanding that the Democratic Leader hopes a final vote on this... Continue Reading

McConnell on Court-Packing: “Responsible People Across the Political Spectrum Have a Duty to Denounce This”

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding court-packing:  “Time and time again, prominent Democrats show they’re no longer content to work within the ground rules and norms of our institutions, but prefer to threaten the institutions themselves.... Continue Reading

Democrats’ Disinformation on Voting Laws Designed to Distract from Radical Policies

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding H.R. 1: “We know Democrats are desperate to create a national controversy over voting regulations. But the facts and the truth keep getting in their way.  “For more than a... Continue Reading

Missteps on Afghanistan, Iran, and Defense Funding a Troubling Pattern for this Administration

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding foreign policy: “Quote: ‘Biden takes the easy way out of Afghanistan. The likely result is disaster.’ “That is this morning’s lead editorial from one of the most liberal newspapers in... Continue Reading

Experts: Democrats’ “Infrastructure” Bill Would Cost More Than $800,000 Per New Job

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding the Democrats’ “infrastructure” proposal: “$865,000. “That is roughly the cost of every new job the White House claims their so-called “American Jobs Plan” would create. Eight hundred and sixty-five thousand... Continue Reading

Clumsy Retreat from Afghanistan Would Be “a Grave Mistake”

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding Afghanistan: “Just moments ago, new reporting suggests the Biden Administration plans to turn tail and abandon the fight in Afghanistan.  “Precipitously withdrawing U.S. forces from Afghanistan is a grave mistake.... Continue Reading

McConnell on the Death of Officer Billy Evans: “His Sacrifice Will Not Be Forgotten”

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding the death of USCP Officer Billy Evans:   “As we speak, for the second time this year, a fallen officer of the United States Capitol Police lies in honor under the... Continue Reading

Election Law and Infrastructure Deserve Bipartisanship, Not Democrats’ ‘Trojan Horse Tactics’

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding upcoming legislative priorities: “The Senate returns today from a state work period. We got to meet with constituents in our home states and hear firsthand about their most pressing concerns.... Continue Reading