McConnell Says Senate Will Revisit Blocked Defense Bill, Proceeds to Veterans Funding Bill

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor today regarding veterans and defense appropriations (as prepared for delivery): “Our colleagues across the aisle just voted to allow the Senate to proceed to an individual appropriations bill. “Proceeding to a funding bill... Continue Reading

Rising Costs, Broken Promises of Obamacare

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding the failures of Obamacare: “I remember a recent time when President Obama tried to spin Americans on Obamacare. The best he could muster then was a condescending, cringe-inducing message that likely turned... Continue Reading

With Last Week’s Fiscal Agreement, Senate Democrats Are Out of Excuses to Block Defense Funding Bill

‘It’s time for the appropriations process to finally be allowed to move forward. That means it’s time for the men and women who put everything on the line for us to finally receive the support they need to be safe. It’s time for our troops to finally get the certainty... Continue Reading

Senate Will Vote Today on Bill to Overturn Administration’s Indefensible Waterways Regulation

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding Senator Ernst’s resolution of disapproval on the ‘Waters of the U.S.’ rule: “The Administration’s so-called ‘Waters of the U.S.’ regulation would grant federal bureaucrats dominion over nearly every piece of land that... Continue Reading

McConnell Congratulates Senator Grassley on 12,000th Vote

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor today marking the 12,000th vote of Senator Grassley: “Last week, the Senate marked two milestones. “First, our colleague from Vermont cast vote number 15,000. “We all noted it at the time. “Then, our... Continue Reading

McConnell on the Passing of Fred Thompson

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding the passing of former U.S. Senator Fred Thompson: “There was never any doubt when our colleague from Tennessee was nearby. “Six feet six inches tall. “Deep, booming voice. “Magnetic personality that lit... Continue Reading

Senate to Consider Measure to Halt Administration’s Cynical Waterways Regulation

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding the Federal Water Quality Protection Act: “Two federal courts have already found that the Obama Administration’s plan to regulate the land around nearly every pothole and ditch is likely illegal. “It’s hardly... Continue Reading

Fiscal Agreement Directs Resources to Ensure Safety, Preparedness of American Troops

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding the two-year fiscal agreement: “I said that the Senate would take up the fiscal agreement after the House acted, and we are. “This agreement isn’t perfect. I share some concerns other colleagues... Continue Reading

Speaker Ryan: A Big Heart, Extraordinary Intellect

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor welcoming the election of Paul Ryan as Speaker of the United States House of Representatives: “When responsibility calls, it’s usually not at a time of our choosing. The decision to answer is rarely... Continue Reading

John Boehner: ‘Country and Institution Before Self’

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding the retirement of House Speaker John Boehner: “There’s a lot you can say about John Boehner. “He loves his breakfasts every morning at Pete’s Diner. He’s a fan of the tie dimple.... Continue Reading