Republican-Led Senate Sends Legislation Addressing Opioid Epidemic to the President’s Desk
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following statement today following Senate passage of the bipartisan Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) conference report: “This is a comprehensive legislative response to the prescription opioid and heroin epidemic devastating Kentucky and our nation. I’m happy to see it on its way […]
McConnell Statement on the Tragedy in Dallas
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following statement today regarding last night’s attack in Dallas and America’s support for law enforcement and their families: “What we saw last night in Dallas was unconscionable. We as a country mourn for the five police officers senselessly murdered during a peaceful protest. […]
Bipartisan Legislation to Combat Opioid Epidemic is Closer to Becoming Law
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following statement today following House passage of the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) legislation (conference report): “Far too many Americans know the toll the prescription opioid and heroin epidemic is taking on our families, our communities and in each of our states. In […]
Leader McConnell Statement on Democrat Filibuster of Department of Defense Funding Bill
“It is inexcusable to see Senate Democrats filibustering the defense appropriations bill, jeopardizing both our combat readiness and our national security. “This defense appropriations measure, like every other Fiscal Year 2017 funding bill, respects the budget caps in place and was reported out of committee at the earliest point in more than a decade — […]
Senate Democrats Block Defense Bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following statement today on the Senate Democrats’ filibuster of the Defense Appropriations bill: “It is inexcusable to see Senate Democrats filibustering the defense appropriations bill, jeopardizing both our combat readiness and our national security. “This defense appropriations measure, like every other Fiscal Year 2017 […]
McConnell Statement on SCOTUS Immigration Ruling
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following statement today after the U.S. Supreme Court let stand the lower court’s decision in United States v. Texas, preventing the implementation of the president’s unlawful executive overreach on immigration: “Today’s ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court will prevent the Obama Administration from moving […]
Senator McConnell on Passing of Senator George Voinovich
WASHINGTON, DC — U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell released the following comments regarding the passing of Senator George Voinovich: “Senator Voinovich was a man of integrity and deep commitment to his faith, his family, and those he served in public office. From the mayor’s office to the governor’s mansion to the United States Senate, […]
Senator McConnell on Orlando Shooting
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell released the following statement today regarding the tragic shooting in Orlando, Florida: “The nation’s prayers are with the victims and their families in the wake of this terrible tragedy. We thank the citizens and first responders who helped rescue and save lives amidst horror and chaos. We will […]
Senator McConnell Comments on Muhammad Ali
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell released the following statement today regarding the passing of Muhammad Ali: “Elaine and I were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Muhammad Ali, one of the preeminent and most beloved athletes of the 20th century. Inside the ring, he was graceful on his […]
Memorial Day 2016
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell released the following video today honoring the members of our Armed Forces on this Memorial Day, May 30th: The following is a transcript of the Majority Leader’s message: “As we approach Memorial Day, I hope we’ll all take time to reflect on our fallen […]