McConnell Statement on Don McGahn

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) released the following statement regarding Don McGahn:   “Don McGahn has served the president and the nation with great distinction as White House Counsel. “President Trump could not have asked for a more dedicated advisor, particularly concerning the successful confirmations of Justice Gorsuch, Justice Kavanaugh and so […]

McConnell Statement on the Release of Pastor Andrew Brunson

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) released the following statement regarding the release of Pastor Andrew Brunson: “I am so glad that Pastor Andrew Brunson is on his way home at long last. For two years, the bravery and the faith that he and his family have displayed have inspired all of us. […]

McConnell on ‘Fox News Sunday’ and CBS’ ‘Face the Nation’

LOUISVILLE, KY– U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) appeared on ‘Fox News Sunday’ and CBS’ ‘Face the Nation.’ The following are excerpts from the interviews: On the Senate’s Focus on Confirming Judges This Congress “I think the most important thing the Senate is involved in is the personnel business. The House is not in […]

President Signs Major Appropriations Package Into Law

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) released the following statement regarding the Senate’s work on appropriations:   “With President Trump’s signature, our second major appropriations package for the coming year is now law. This marks a significant milestone in our efforts to return to a regular process for responsibly, effectively allocating taxpayer dollars. […]

McConnell: I Will Proudly Vote to Confirm Judge Kavanaugh

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) released the following statement regarding today’s Judiciary Committee hearing:   “I sincerely thank both Dr. Christine Blasey Ford and Judge Brett Kavanaugh for testifying before the Judiciary Committee today. Both these witnesses were done an immense disservice by my Democratic colleagues, who willfully chose to turn a […]

McConnell Statement on Hurricane Florence

LOUISVILLE, KY– U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) issued the following statement regarding Hurricane Florence: “Earlier today I spoke with U.S. Sens. Richard Burr (R-NC), Thom Tillis (R-NC), Lindsey Graham (R-SC), and Tim Scott (R-SC) regarding Hurricane Florence and its impact on North Carolina and South Carolina. They briefed me on the devastating impact […]

McConnell Applauds Trump Administration Action To Help Prevent Foreign Interference in Elections

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) released the following statement regarding the President Trump’s executive order to sanction countries that meddle in U.S. elections:   “Russian malign behavior against the United States and other democracies will not cease until President Putin and his regime suffer unacceptable consequences for Russian aggression. Russian interference in our […]

McConnell Applauds Ducey Appointment of Senator Jon Kyl

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell praised Arizona Governor Doug Ducey’s announcement that he will appoint former United States Senator Jon Kyl (R-AZ) to serve the term of the late Senator John McCain. “As we continue to honor John’s life of service and sacrifice for our nation, I hope all Senators will join me […]

U.S. Sen. John McCain Will Lie in State in the U.S. Capitol

WASHINGTON, D.C- Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell in coordination with Speaker of the House Paul Ryan, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer and House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi, today announced the late Senator John S. McCain will Lie in State at the United States Capitol Rotunda. “Additional information on the ceremony will be provided soon. The […]