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		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:24+00:00</lastmod>
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		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:24+00:00</lastmod>
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		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:25+00:00</lastmod>
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		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:25+00:00</lastmod>
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		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:27+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-steps-toward-socialized-medicine-would-cost-some-americans-their-coverage-others-their-lives/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:27+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/syria-drone-attack-shows-biden-administration-must-stand-strong/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:27+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-celebrates-honor-flight-and-kentucky-veterans/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:27+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-latest-effort-to-take-over-elections-will-fail-in-senate-like-the-others/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:27+00:00</lastmod>
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		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:28+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-preparing-anti-energy-policies-as-americans-heating-bills-are-set-to-soar/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:28+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-planning-historic-tax-hikes-that-would-hit-the-middle-class/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:28+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/amid-historic-spike-in-murder-rate-biden-administration-pushes-soft-on-crime-agenda/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:28+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-honors-departing-senior-senate-floor-assistant-megan-mercer/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:28+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/biden-administration-adds-foreign-policy-to-growing-list-of-crises-theyve-created/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:28+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-reckless-taxing-and-spending-spree-to-include-new-natural-gas-tax-and-higher-electricity-costs/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:29+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-moving-toward-mcconnell-pathway-to-prevent-default/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:29+00:00</lastmod>
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		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:29+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-self-created-debt-drama-puts-governing-failures-on-full-display/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:29+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-reckless-tax-and-spending-spree-would-jeopardize-medicare-and-reduce-new-medicines/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:29+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/inflation-effectively-cutting-americans-pay-while-democrats-plot-more-spending/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:29+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/on-debt-limit-democrats-are-sleepwalking-toward-another-avoidable-crisis/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:30+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-honors-departing-senior-advisor-jane-lee/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:30+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-thanks-departing-field-assistant-sue-tharp-for-36-years-of-service/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:32+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-set-to-prevent-shutdown-by-following-republican-roadmap/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:32+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/top-generals-contradict-president-bidens-claims-on-afghanistan/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:32+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/a-tidal-wave-of-tax-hikes-and-new-irs-snooping_/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:32+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-block-mcconnell-effort-to-advance-debt-limit-solution/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:33+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/as-world-braces-for-energy-shortage-democrats-want-war-on-affordable-american-energy/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:33+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-wont-get-bipartisan-help-paving-their-path-toward-partisan-recklessness/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:33+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-democrats-block-vote-on-clean-legislation-to-keep-government-funded/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:33+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/will-democrats-add-shutdown-drama-to-list-of-unnecessary-self-created-crises/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:33+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-receives-covid-booster-shot-i-followed-the-advice-of-experts-and-my-doctors/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:33+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/global-wars-do-not-simply-end-because-a-presidents-speechwriter-says-so/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:33+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/efforts-to-repackage-failed-election-takeover-bills-will-meet-same-fate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:34+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-outlines-how-the-unified-democratic-government-will-raise-the-debt-limit/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:34+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-welcomes-prime-ministers-johnson-and-morrison-to-the-capitol/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:34+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/shelby-mcconnell-introduce-government-funding-bill-that-can-pass-the-senate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:34+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/inflation-already-hammering-families-as-democrats-plot-yet-another-reckless-spending-spree/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:34+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/border-emergency-and-humanitarian-crisis-are-direct-results-of-democrats-failed-policies/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:34+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-historic-tax-hikes-would-hurt-families-and-help-china/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:34+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-reckless-taxing-and-spending-spree-meant-to-turn-temporary-pandemic-into-permanent-socialism/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:34+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/as-democrats-go-it-alone-on-reckless-borrowing-they-will-need-to-handle-debt-limit-alone_/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:35+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-wont-get-bipartisan-cover-for-radical-reckless-and-partisan-spending/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:37+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/time-for-hard-truths-and-accountability-on-afghanistan/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:37+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/washington-democrats-push-for-job-killing-tax-hikes-that-will-hurt-american-workers/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:38+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/all-50-senate-democrats-to-back-chairman-sanders-reckless-taxing-and-spending-spree/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:38+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/biden-teams-afghanistan-denial-costing-afghan-lives-and-american-security/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:38+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/botched-afghanistan-retreat-leaves-america-less-credible-less-capable-and-in-more-danger/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:38+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-democrats-dont-get-bipartisan-borrowing-for-totally-partisan-reckless-spending/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:38+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-honors-departing-chief-counsel-andrew-ferguson/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:39+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-urges-more-amendment-votes-on-infrastructure/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:39+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/coming-debate-will-spotlight-democrats-reckless-spending-and-taxing-spree/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:39+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/biden-administrations-atf-nomination-somehow-gets-worse-every-day/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:39+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/what-would-this-administration-say-is-going-well/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:40+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/government-funding-process-needs-to-get-back-on-a-bipartisan-track_/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:40+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-thanks-departing-republican-whip-chief-of-staff-for-his-fine-service/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:40+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-debt-limit-for-democrats-spree-if-they-dont-want-our-input-they-wont-need-our-help/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:40+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/vaccines-are-moving-covid-from-crisis-to-challenge-but-far-left-wants-permanent-socialism/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:40+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/capitol-police-awarded-congressional-gold-medal/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:40+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/biden-administrations-afghanistan-disaster-was-not-only-foreseeable-it-was-foreseen/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:40+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-congratulates-senators-on-bipartisan-progress-urges-robust-floor-process-on-infrastructure/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:41+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/bipartisan-senate-work-highlights-the-absurdity-of-democrats-reckless-tax-and-spend-spree/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:41+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/amid-border-crisis-that-includes-covid-surge-democrats-want-amnesty-in-tax-and-spend-spree/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:43+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-mourns-former-senate-parliamentarian-bob-dove/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:43+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-tribute-to-former-sen-carl-levin/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:43+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-build-back-bloated-is-costing-middle-class-families/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:43+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/a-loud-proud-would-be-gun-grabber-with-checkered-resume-should-not-run-atf/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:43+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/baffling-opposition-to-strikes-on-al-shabab-terrorists-ignores-the-facts/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:44+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-there-ought-to-be-a-robust-bipartisan-floor-process-for-infrastructure-legislation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:44+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/us-must-keep-helping-our-partners-fight-terrorists-in-iraq/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:44+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-praying-for-former-sen-mike-enzi-after-serious-accident/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:44+00:00</lastmod>
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		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/with-americans-optimism-falling-democrats-want-yet-another-reckless-taxing-and-spending-spree/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:44+00:00</lastmod>
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	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-mourns-former-senator-mike-enzi/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:44+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-reckless-tax-and-spend-spree-packed-with-green-new-deal-goodies/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:44+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-applauds-bipartisan-compromise-on-security-funding/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:44+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/if-states-expansive-voting-laws-are-anti-democracy-the-left-will-also-need-to-boycott-europe/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:44+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-todays-procedural-vote-will-fail-because-the-bill-doesnt-exist/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:45+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/family-farms-in-the-crosshairs-of-democrats-taxing-and-spending-spree/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:45+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/iran-backed-attacks-and-foiled-kidnapping-plot-deserve-consequences-not-accommodation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:45+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/with-border-already-in-crisis-democrats-want-amnesty-in-reckless-tax-and-spend-spree/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:45+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/where-are-democrat-russia-hawks-as-biden-administration-reportedly-green-lights-putin-pipeline/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:45+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/as-senate-refills-crime-victims-fund-leaders-must-also-fight-surge-in-violent-crime/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:45+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/biden-administration-playing-partisan-hardball-in-recent-string-of-firings/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:47+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-condemns-democrats-new-efforts-to-force-taxpayers-to-fund-abortion/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:47+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/phony-outrage-on-voting-laws-is-wearing-thin-on-the-american-people/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:47+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-reckless-taxing-and-spending-spree-is-the-last-thing-american-families-need/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:47+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/inflation-is-already-turning-workers-pay-raises-into-pay-cuts-but-democrats-want-to-spend-trillions-more/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:47+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/a-tale-of-two-pipelines-biden-strategic-priorities-out-of-order/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:48+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-the-people-of-cuba-deserve-our-strong-support/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:48+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-big-lies-and-fake-hysteria-will-never-justify-democrats-partisan-power-grab/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:48+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/with-inflation-hurting-families-democrats-want-yet-another-overdose-of-overspending-2021/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:48+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-president-bidens-chaotic-retreat-from-afghanistan/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:48+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-should-focus-on-bipartisan-work-not-designed-to-fail-partisan-antics/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:48+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-pull-the-rug-out-from-under-bipartisan-infrastructure-negotiators-with-unserious-demands/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:48+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/a-tale-of-two-pipelines-biden-strategic-priorities-out-of-order/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:48+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-rewarding-terrorist-sponsors-is-not-coherent-iran-policy/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:49+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/the-senate-will-reject-democrats-partisan-power-grab/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:49+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-will-give-democrats-disastrous-s-1-no-quarter/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:49+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-bidens-afghanistan-retreat-a-series-of-avoidable-crises/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:49+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-repealing-2002-aumf-wont-solve-terrorist-threat/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:49+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-s-1-a-massive-election-takeover-with-a-fill-in-the-blank-rationale/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:49+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-economic-recovery-facing-headwinds-of-liberal-spending/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:49+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/washington-democrats-attempt-to-impose-their-radical-preferences-on-ordinary-americans/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:53+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-calls-for-actual-consequences-in-latest-irs-leak/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:53+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-department-of-justice-ig-investigation-there-is-no-need-for-a-partisan-circus-here-in-congress/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:53+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-burma-work-isnt-over-for-friends-of-democracy/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:53+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/both-sides-of-border-still-waiting-for-administration-to-take-charge-of-crisis/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:53+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-exclusion-of-unborn-protections-breaks-with-commonsense-bipartisan-precedent/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:53+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-need-to-get-serious-on-infrastructure-spending-to-achieve-bipartisan-support_/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:53+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/biden-afghanistan-withdrawal-leaves-unanswered-questions/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:54+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-democrats-designed-to-fail-june-agenda-skips-regular-order/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:54+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-biden-administration-should-follow-senates-productive-example-on-infrastructure/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:54+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/6-report-should-guide-ongoing-security-review/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:54+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-bipartisan-bill-cannot-be-the-senates-final-word-on-our-competition-with-china/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:54+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-prioritize-designed-to-fail-partisan-agenda-over-bipartisan-proposals/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:54+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/economic-recovery-grapples-with-consequences_of-democrats-multi-trillion-dollar-mistake/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:54+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-strongly-supports-january-6th-investigations-opposes-extra-commission/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:54+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-defund-the-police-efforts-coincide-with-explosion-in-violent-crime/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:54+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/a-bipartisan-process-would-let-senate-finalize-china-focused-legislation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:55+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-hard-left-turn-already-hurting-americans_but-liberals-want-more/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:55+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/bipartisan-progress-on-transportation-infrastructure-shows-path-the-administration-should-follow/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:55+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-remarks-on-former-senator-john-warner/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:55+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/biden-administration-cant-answer-crucial-questions-about-rushed-afghanistan-retreat/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:57+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-co-sponsors-legislation-to-fight-uptick-in-despicable-anti-semitic-attacks_/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:57+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-reiterates-importance-of-standing-strongly-with-israel/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:58+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/we-cant-compete-with-china-without-robust-defense-funding/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:58+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/amid-violent-crime-surge-biden-nominee-called-for-cutting-police-funding/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:58+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-thanks-individual-men-and-women-of-national-guard/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:58+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-co-sponsors-bill-to-block-democrats-anti-free-speech-anti-privacy-proposal/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:58+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-cannot-get-control-of-the-crisis-they-stoked/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:59+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/competing-with-china-requires-adequately-funding-our-national-defense/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:59+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-supports-existing-investigations-of-january-6th-opposes-democrats-partisan-proposal/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:59+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-secretary-becerra-misrepresents-federal-law-on-barbaric-partial-birth-abortion/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:59+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-drifting-left-more-democrats-fail-to-have-israels-back/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:55:59+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-want-to-reverse-streamlined-rule-that-increased-transparency-and-cut-odds-of-lawsuits/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:00+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-sweeping-legislation-on-senate-floor-needs-bipartisanship-and-robust-amendment-process/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:00+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrat-bailout-funneling-taxpayers-cash-to-california-despite-big-surplus/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:00+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/states-having-to-clean-up-washington-democrats-job-market-mess/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:00+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-proud-to-support-israel-lets-leave-no-doubt-where-america-stands/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:00+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-honors-fallen-kentucky-officer-and-us-capitol-police/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:01+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/irans-fingerprints-are-all-over-anti-american-anti-israeli-and-anti-arab-terrorism-across-the-middle-east/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:01+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/competing-with-china-requires-funding-defense-and-strengthening-our-economy/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:01+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/opportunities-for-bipartisan-progress-if-biden-administration-seeks-common-ground/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:05+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/us-must-stand-strong-with-israel-in-the-face-of-inexcusable-attacks/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:05+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-block-mcconnell-amendment-to-protect-citizens-free-speech-rights-and-privacy/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:06+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-one-party-political-takeover-failed-in-committee-because-it-would-weaken-our-democracy/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:06+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-kill-mcconnell-amendment-to-stop-partisan-takeover-of-the-fec/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:06+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-at-s-1-markup-we-arent-going-to-let-one-party-take-over-our-democracy-may-2021/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:06+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-remarks-during-national-police-week/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:06+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/despite-vaccines-democrats-extended-extra-jobless-benefits_and-hiring-disappoints/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:06+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/bidens-first-100-days-the-far-left-is-calling-the-shots/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:07+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/biden-administration-wrong-to-seek-defense-spending-cuts-while-adversaries-keep-investing/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:07+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-should-not-confirm-a-veteran-of-the-job-killing-war-on-coal/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:07+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/biden-administration-foreign-policy-concessions-and-wishful-thinking/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:08+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-spending-proposal-is-neither-an-infrastructure-plan-nor-a-jobs-plan/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:08+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/hr-1-would-create-a-stunning-one-party-takeover-of-voting-laws-and-elections-in-our-country/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:08+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/congress-cannot-let-up-on-dangerous-fentanyl-analogues/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:08+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/biden-climate-agenda-toothless-requests-abroad-maximum-pain-at-home/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:09+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/i-will-strongly-oppose-confirming-vanita-gupta-to-serve-as-associate-attorney-general/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:09+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/biden-administrations-infrastructure-bill-is-a-patchwork-of-left-wing-social-engineering/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:09+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/misguided-afghanistan-plan-creates-more-questions-than-answers/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:09+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-blasts-liberal-efforts-to-go-soft-on-fentanyl-analogues/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:12+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/biden-administrations-answer-to-border-crisis-politically-correct-proofreading/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:12+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/experts-democrats-infrastructure-bill-would-cost-more-than-800000-per-new-job/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:13+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/missteps-on-afghanistan-iran-and-defense-funding-a-troubling-pattern-for-this-administration/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:13+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/hong-kongs-real-patriots-are-the-people-defending-democracy/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:13+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/instead-of-trying-to-tilt-the-scales-of-justice-with-threats-policymakers-should-focus-on-making-policy/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:13+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-court-packing-responsible-people-across-the-political-spectrum-have-a-duty-to-denounce-this/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:13+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-disinformation-on-voting-laws-designed-to-distract-from-radical-policies/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:13+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/clumsy-retreat-from-afghanistan-would-be-a-grave-mistake/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:14+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-the-death-of-officer-billy-evans-his-sacrifice-will-not-be-forgotten/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:14+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/election-law-and-infrastructure-deserve-bipartisanship-not-democrats-trojan-horse-tactics/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:14+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-pays-tribute-to-officer-evans-and-salutes-uscp/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:14+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-partisan-spending-spree-threatens-state-policies-that-help-kentuckians/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:14+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/a-partisan-fec-takeover-socialism-for-political-consultants-not-exactly-voting-rights/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:14+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/amid-border-crisis-democrats-block-bills-to-detain-violent-criminal-migrants-and-fight-trafficking/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:15+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-democrats-power-grab-would-invite-total-chaos-in-elections/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:15+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-filibuster-threats-arent-about-principle-just-raw-power/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:15+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/we-know-what-kinds-of-policies-are-pro-job-and-pro-worker/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:15+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/administration-must-back-up-tough-talk-on-china-with-commitment-to-defense-funding/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:15+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-thanks-acting-sergeant-at-arms-jennifer-hemingway/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:16+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/the-democrats-trying-to-overturn-an-election-want-to-rewrite-the-rules-for-the-next-one/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:19+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/biden-administration-sends-fema-to-border-still-denies-its-a-crisis/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:19+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-challenges-posed-by-china-and-potential-for-bipartisan-work/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:19+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-calls-on-trade-nominee-tai-to-support-increasing-exports-supporting-kentucky-jobs/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:19+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/becerra-nomination-light-on-health-expertise-heavy-on-commitment-to-partisan-warfare/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:19+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-pays-tribute-to-departing-assistant-secretary-of-the-senate-mary-suit-jones/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:20+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-hypocritically-killing-the-filibuster-would-break-the-senate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:20+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/presidents-covid-19-remarks-tried-to-rewrite-history-and-overrule-science/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:20+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-becerra-nomination-wrong-nominee-to-run-hhs-during-a-global-health-crisis/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:20+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-remarks-one-year-into-the-covid-19-pandemic/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:20+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-environmental-nominees-when-bad-policies-are-on-the-table-kentucky-families-are-on-the-menu/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:20+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-purely-partisan-spending-spree-a-colossal-missed-opportunity/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:21+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-upcoming-biden-nominations-votes/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:21+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-democrats-partisan-spending-bill-and-partisan-power-grab-over-elections/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:21+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-purely-partisan-spending-spree-a-colossal-missed-opportunity/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:21+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-democrats-longest-vote-in-recorded-senate-history-shows-pure-partisanship-is-tougher-than-they-thought-it-was-going-to-be/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:21+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-pandemic-plan-a-tremendous-opportunity-to-restructure-things-to-fit-our-vision/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:21+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/why-are-dc-democrats-desperate-to-rewrite-election-law-before-voters-next-decide-their-fates/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:21+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-aim-to-exploit-pandemic-with-unrelated-partisan-spending-spree/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:21+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-remarks-on-biden-administrations-border-crisis/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:22+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-tack-to-the-left-and-leave-families-top-priorities-on-the-cutting-room-floor/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:24+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-to-biden-administration-on-iran-dont-surrender-leverage-for-nothing/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:24+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-using-crisis-to-check-off-unrelated-liberal-priorities/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:24+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-defends-democratic-activists-in-burma-hong-kong/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:24+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-democrats-partisan-non-targeted-covid-bill-it-didnt-have-to-be-this-way/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:24+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-thanks-secretary-of-the-senate-julie-adams-for-her-outstanding-service/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:24+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/protecting-democracy-cannot-be-a-partisan-issue/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:24+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-remarks-on-democrats-proposal-to-give-january-6th-commission-a-partisan-slant/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:24+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/the-evidence-is-crystal-clear-for-getting-americas-kids-back-in-school/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:25+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/practical-solutions-not-liberal-wish-list-items-will-help-americans-put-covid-19-behind-them/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:25+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/becerras-pattern-using-government-to-attack-religious-liberty-and-freedom-of-conscience/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:25+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-covid-19-recovery-our-nation-needs-this-year-to-be-different/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:25+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-impeachment-disgraceful-dereliction-cannot-lead-senate-to-defy-our-own-constitutional-guardrails/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:25+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/diverse-protests-in-burma-a-powerful-display-of-courage/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:25+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/american-families-deserve-a-process-and-a-bill-that-put-their-actual-needs-at-the-center/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:25+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-tribute-to-statesman-and-scholar-secretary-george-p-shultz/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:26+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-impeachment-trial-agreement/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:26+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-pandemic-recovery-we-need-to-start-with-the-needs-of-the-nation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:26+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/no-more-goalpost-moving-time-to-get-americas-kids-back-in-school/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:26+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-tribute-as-us-capitol-police-officer-brian-d-sicknick-lies-in-honor/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:26+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-applauds-virtual-march-for-life-condemns-funding-foreign-abortions-with-taxpayer-money/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:30+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/dhs-nominee-turned-uscis-into-favor-factory-for-powerful-democrats/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:30+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-urges-biden-administration-and-allies-to-respond-to-burma-coup/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:30+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/piecemeal-green-new-deal-putting-ideology-ahead-of-working-americans/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:30+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/biden-administrations-first-day-was-bad-news-for-american-workers/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:31+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-thanks-national-guard-for-protecting-the-capitol-complex/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:31+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-republicans-strongly-believe-we-need-a-full-and-fair-process/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:31+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-ret-gen-austins-nomination-and-civil-military-relations/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:31+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-continuing-to-fight-covid-19-will-take-smart-bipartisan-actions/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:31+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-remarks-on-the-nomination-of-dr-janet-yellen/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:31+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-preserving-the-legislative-filibuster-for-both-parties/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:31+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-nation-deserves-strong-bipartisan-foreign-policy-to-counter-serious-threats/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:31+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/we-will-discharge-our-duty-under-the-constitution-for-our-nation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:32+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-remarks-on-the-electoral-college-count/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:32+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-congratulates-president-biden-vice-president-harris-and-new-senators/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:32+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/the-american-people-chose-an-evenly-split-senate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:32+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-welcomes-senators-to-the-117th-congress/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:32+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/leader-mcconnell-delivers-remarks-as-the-senate-returns-pre-inauguration/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:32+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-praises-ndaa-and-historic-covid-19-relief-that-is-coming-online/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:33+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-supports-ndaa-opposes-pelosi-plan-for-socialism-for-rich-people/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:33+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/were-going-to-continue-delivering-on-the-needs-of-our-nation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:35+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-ndaa_i-urge-my-colleagues-to-support-this-legislation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:36+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-celebrates-historic-bipartisan-agreement-on-pandemic-relief-and-government-funding/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:36+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-announces-covid-19-relief-agreement-more-help-is-on-the-way/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:36+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/lets-make-today-the-day-we-join-together-put-differences-aside-and-finally-get-it-done/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:36+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/we-need-to-conclude-our-talks-draft-legislation-and-land-this-plane/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:36+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/covid-19-relief-update-lets-make-law-as-soon-as-possible/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:37+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-honors-iconic-kansas-statesman-chairman-pat-roberts/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:37+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/congressional-leaders-on-both-sides-are-going-to-keep-working-until-we-get-it-done/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:37+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-applauds-president-trump-and-congratulates-president-elect-biden/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:37+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-targeted-covid-relief-lets-get-this-done/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:37+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/lets-finish-our-business-for-the-american-people/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:37+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-blocking-covid-aid-over-slush-funds-for-states-awash-in-revenue/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:38+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-celebrates-truly-exceptional-senator-cory-gardner/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:38+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-national-defense-authorization-act/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:38+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/americans-cannot-afford-to-wait-for-targeted-covid-19-relief/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:38+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-condemns-treatment-of-jimmy-lai-and-continued-crackdown-on-hong-kongers/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:38+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/we-cant-do-a-thing-unless-democrats-decide-they-want-to-make-law/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:38+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-tribute-to-departing-colleague-chairman-mike-enzi/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:39+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-speaks-against-efforts-to-block-sales-to-the-uae/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:39+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/even-prominent-democrats-most-urgent-covid-priorities-are-already-addressed-in-republican-proposal/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:42+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/congress-should-deliver-consensus-covid-19-relief-right-away/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:42+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/leader-mcconnell-pays-tribute-to-friend-and-colleague-chairman-lamar-alexander/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:42+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/we-need-to-get-more-bipartisan-targeted-coronavirus-relief-out-to-the-american-people/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:42+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-tribute-to-trailblazing-senator-martha-mcsally/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:43+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/americans-need-more-targeted-covid-19-relief/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:43+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/the-american-people-need-more-help-and-they-need-it-now/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:43+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-welcomes-senator-chuck-grassley-back-to-the-senate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:43+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-still-blocking-vaccine-distribution-funds-and-small-business-aid/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:43+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-senator-chuck-grassleys-historic-voting-streak/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:43+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-confirming-more-impressive-nominees-to-federal-courts/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:43+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-important-legislative-priorities-before-the-senate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:43+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/operation-warp-speed-provides-more-good-news-for-covid-19-vaccine/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:44+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/premature-afghanistan-exit-would-jeopardize-trump-administrations-record-of-success/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:44+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-celebrates-covid-19-vaccine-news-and-urges-continued-precautions/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:44+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-sec-mark-esper-and-world-affairs/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:44+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-celebrates-vaccine-developments-and-falling-unemployment-rate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:44+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-elections-we-respect-the-rule-of-law-and-trust-our-institutions/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:44+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-speaks-before-senate-confirms-judge-barrett/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:44+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-advances-one-of-the-most-qualified-nominees-for-judicial-service-that-we-have-seen-in-our-lifetimes/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:45+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-election-security-we-have-spent-the-last-four-years-gearing-up-for-this/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:47+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-deconstructs-democrats-misstatements/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:47+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-have-driven-the-politicization-of-judicial-confirmations-at-every-turn/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:47+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-second-round-of-the-job-saving-paycheck-protection-program-should-be-a-bipartisan-slam-dunk/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:47+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-before-senate-vote-on-more-covid-19-relief-the-country-needs-an-outcome/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:47+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-repeating-basic-falsehoods-to-justify-court-packing-threats/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:47+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-applauds-judge-amy-coney-barretts-qualifications/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:48+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-transparent-stalling-tactics-wont-block-judge-barretts-hearings/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:48+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-senate-will-vote-to-move-past-all-or-nothing-obstruction-on-covid-19-relief/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:48+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-growing-threats-of-religious-discrimination-its-not-just-this-one-nominee/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:48+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-debunks-democrats-false-attacks-on-judge-barrett-and-ahistorical-demands-for-recusal/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:48+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-praises-judge-barrett-and-denounces-attacks-on-judicial-independence/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:49+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-praises-judge-barrett-and-denounces-attacks-on-judicial-independence/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:49+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-dishonest-attacks-on-judge-barrett-only-prove-why-judges-like-her-are-so-necessary/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:49+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-judge-amy-coney-barrett-this-nominee-could-not-be-more-fully-qualified-to-serve-on-the-supreme-court/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:49+00:00</lastmod>
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			<image:loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/imo/media/image/IMG_12111.JPG</image:loc>
		</image:image>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/every-single-time-far-left-attacks-on-nominees-have-not-changed-in-45-years/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:49+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-statement-on-breonna-taylor-and-overnight-violence-in-louisville/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:49+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-republicans-secure-crucial-help-for-farmers-that-house-democrats-had-left-behind/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:50+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/leader-schumers-decades-long-history-of-politicizing-judicial-confirmations/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:50+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/schumer-temper-tantrum-halted-bipartisan-work-on-national-security/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:50+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-threats-against-our-institutions-predate-this-vacancy-by-more-than-a-year/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:55+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-president-trumps-nominee-for-this-vacancy-will-receive-a-vote-on-the-floor-of-the-senate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:55+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-speaks-in-tribute-to-justice-ruth-bader-ginsburg/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:55+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-election-security-real-threats-persist-but-we-arent-flat-footed-any-longer/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:56+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/huge-decline-in-teen-vaping-follows-mcconnell-legislation-raising-tobacco-purchase-age-to-21/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:56+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-senate-confirming-more-impressive-judges-despite-historic-democratic-obstruction/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:56+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-no-contradiction-between-rejecting-racism-and-supporting-the-police/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:56+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-unity-strength-and-resolve-the-only-way-to-confront-basket-case-iran/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:56+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-democrats-threatening-to-kill-the-filibuster-while-filibustering-important-legislation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:57+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-historic-peace-agreements-between-israel-and-arab-countries/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:57+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-every-senator-will-vote-today-to-help-working-families-or-give-them-nothing/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:57+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-honors-heroes-in-advance-of-the-nineteenth-anniversary-of-the-september-11th-attacks/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:57+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-introduces-bill-to-recognize-a-uniform-national-standard-for-thoroughbred-racing/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:58+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-have-run-out-of-excuses-not-to-legislate-for-american-families/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:58+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-targeted-covid-19-relief-senators-will-vote-this-week-and-the-american-people-will-be-watching/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:58+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-democrats-arent-negotiating-theyre-throwing-spaghetti-at-the-wall-to-see-what-sticks/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:59+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-continues-to-give-voice-to-kentuckians-who-need-more-covid-19-relief/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:59+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-democrats-arent-playing-hardball-against-republicans-but-against-kids-laid-off-workers-and-science/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:59+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-condemns-arrest-of-jimmy-lai/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:59+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-said-our-way-or-the-highway/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:56:59+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/a-lot-of-americans-hopes-are-riding-on-the-democrats-endless-talk-i-hope-they-are-not-disappointed/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:03+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/while-americans-are-struggling-the-democratic-leaders-have-barely-moved-an-inch/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:04+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-extends-senates-condolences-to-the-people-of-lebanon/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:04+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/its-time-for-the-democratic-leadership-to-get-serious-about-making-law-for-the-american-people/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:04+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-urges-seriousness-and-unity-on-election-security-not-partisan-cherry-picking/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:05+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-addresses-the-tragic-deaths-of-nine-american-servicemembers/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:05+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/weve-had-enough-empty-talk-it-is-time-to-go-on-the-record/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:05+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/with-covid-19-assistance-set-to-expire-democrats-say-let-them-eat-salt/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:05+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-the-heals-act-the-country-needs-action/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:05+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-the-heals-act-republicans-are-ready-to-govern/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:05+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-outlines-historic-relief-proposal-for-an-important-crossroads-in-this-battle/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:06+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-delivers-rotunda-tribute-to-congressman-john-lewis/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:06+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-cares-2-is-tailored-precisely-for-this-phase-of-the-crisis/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:06+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-defends-free-expression-and-civil-discourse-in-america/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:06+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-calls-out-democratic-attempt-to-decimate-funding-for-the-national-defense/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:06+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/kids-jobs-healthcare-mcconnell-on-major-pillars-for-next-covid-19-proposal/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:06+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-continues-tribute-to-congressman-john-lewis-on-the-senate-floor/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:06+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-ill-be-proud-to-vote-to-advance-and-pass-the-ndaa/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:07+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-state-of-covid-19-crisis-and-priorities-for-further-legislation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:07+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-speaks-in-tribute-to-congressman-john-lewis/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:09+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-highlights-ndaa-wins-for-kentucky-and-all-50-states/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:09+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-sounds-alarm-on-democrats-threats-to-governing-institutions/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:09+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-house-democrats-cousin-of-the-green-new-deal-is-not-going-anywhere-in-the-senate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:09+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/ndaa-will-strengthen-america-in-a-dangerous-world/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:09+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-the-rule-of-law-cannot-fade-in-and-out-with-the-fashions-of-the-radical-left/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:10+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-ndaa-our-men-and-women-in-uniform-deserve-the-best/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:10+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-contrasts-house-democrats-theater-with-senates-seriousness-on-covid-19/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:10+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-calls-for-bipartisan-floor-process-on-ndaa/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:10+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-nation-must-work-together-to-stay-on-offense-against-the-virus/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:10+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-comments-on-tyler-gerth/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:10+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-urges-cooperation-on-national-defense-authorization-act/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:11+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-responds-to-democrats-blocking-police-reform/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:11+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-democrats-plan-to-block-police-reform-the-american-people-deserve-an-outcome/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:11+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-senates-historic-judicial-confirmations/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:11+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-democrats-threats-to-block-justice-act-the-american-people-expect-us-to-do-our-jobs/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:11+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/an-imperfect-nation-built-by-imperfect-heroes-is-still-the-most-perfect-union-the-world-has-ever-seen/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:11+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-the-justice-act-we-want-to-make-a-law/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:12+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-praises-judge-justin-walker-a-widely-admired-legal-expert/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:12+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-discusses-senate-action-on-threats-from-overseas-2020/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:12+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-justice-act-i-hope-we-can-step-up-and-stand-together/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:14+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-busy-senate-and-absent-house-make-the-capitol-a-study-in-contrasts/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:14+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-the-great-american-outdoors-act-will-benefit-generations-to-come/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:14+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-highlights-senates-critical-work-for-the-american-people/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:14+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-great-american-outdoors-act-will-protect-kentuckys-natural-treasures-and-promote-prosperity/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:14+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-urges-support-for-landmark-legislation-to-preserve-and-protect-public-lands/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:14+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/america-cannot-be-america-if-civil-disagreement-becomes-a-contradiction-in-terms/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:15+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-the-great-american-outdoors-act-i-urge-all-senators-to-join-the-experts-and-support-the-bill/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:15+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-religious-liberty-politicians-do-not-get-to-play-red-light-green-light-with-the-first-amendment/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:15+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-praises-the-great-american-outdoors-act/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:15+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-unity-and-mutual-respect-will-keep-us-strong/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:15+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-delivers-address-on-china-to-mark-tiananmen-square-anniversary/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:15+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-praises-continued-success-of-the-paycheck-protection-program/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:15+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/the-foreign-actors-who-seek-to-harm-the-united-states-have-not-let-up-while-we-attend-to-other-problems/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:16+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/the-senate-is-here-and-working-for-the-american-people/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:16+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-the-senate-is-present-and-working/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:16+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/lets-unite-for-peace-in-our-streets-and-in-our-communities/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:16+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-stands-with-hong-kong-the-chinese-communist-party-does-not-play-by-the-rules/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:16+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/this-is-an-hour-of-great-pain-and-unrest-in-our-country/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:16+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-successful-slowing-of-covid-19-the-american-people-have-won-an-important-battle/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:16+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-house-democrats-playing-with-perpetual-impeachment-while-the-senate-fights-the-pandemic/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:19+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-continued-action-on-improper-investigations-the-american-people-deserve-answers-and-we-intend-to-get-them/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:19+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-speaks-in-tribute-to-mike-disilvestro-director-of-the-office-of-senate-security/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:19+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-essential-workers-are-showing-up-for-our-country-and-the-senate-is-showing-up-for-them/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:19+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-covid-19-response-this-half-of-the-capitol-is-doing-our-job/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:19+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-our-enemies-and-competitors-are-not-standing-down-during-this-pandemic/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:19+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-americans-on-the-front-lines-need-action/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:19+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-the-senate-will-continue-to-perform-our-own-essential-responsibilities/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:20+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-kill-mcconnell-amendment-to-stop-partisan-takeover-of-the-fec-2/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:20+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-this-pandemic-came-from-china-and-the-chinese-communist-partys-tactics-have-made-it-worse/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:20+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-global-threats-we-faced-before-covid-19-are-still-with-us-today/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:20+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-judge-walker-a-generational-legal-mind/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:20+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-the-core-business-of-our-nation-does-not-stop-while-we-fight-the-coronavirus/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:20+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-lets-continue-to-stand-together-for-our-country/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:20+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-our-bosses-are-the-american-people-and-they-are-counting-on-us-to-keep-serving/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:20+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-announces-agreement-to-keep-supporting-workers-small-businesses-and-the-public-health/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:21+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-democrats-continue-to-block-money-for-americans-paychecks/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:21+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-provides-update-on-paycheck-protection-program/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:21+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-seeks-more-funding-for-americans-paychecks-we-cannot-play-games-with-this-crisis/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:21+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-bipartisan-coronavirus-relief-the-senate-stepped-up/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:21+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/the-american-people-need-our-democratic-friends-to-take-yes-for-an-answer/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:23+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/americans-cant-afford-political-games-they-need-progress/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:23+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-to-senate-democrats-help-us-reach-an-agreement-so-we-can-do-what-needs-to-be-done-for-the-american-people/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:23+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-this-is-not-a-political-opportunity-it-is-a-national-emergency/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:24+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/we-need-to-finish-up-these-negotiations-and-move-forward/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:24+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-update-on-bipartisan-negotiations-we-are-going-to-deliver/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:24+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-introduces-the-coronavirus-aid-relief-and-economic-security-act/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:24+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-outlines-major-coronavirus-relief-proposal-it-is-critical-that-we-move-swiftly-and-boldly/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:24+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-update-on-major-relief-legislation-bold-steps-to-preserve-and-protect-the-economic-foundations-of-our-nation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:24+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-coronavirus-this-is-a-moment-for-bold-and-bipartisan-action/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:24+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-fisa-the-senate-should-not-wait-to-act/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:24+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-coronavirus-relief-the-houses-bill-must-only-be-the-beginning/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:25+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-calls-for-immediate-passage-of-important-national-security-legislation_/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:25+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-republicans-ready-to-work-with-democrats-on-serious-solutions-to-help-our-nation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:25+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-updates-senate-on-non-official-access-to-the-capitol/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:25+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-election-security-we-must-stay-vigilant/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:25+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-coronavirus-this-should-not-be-a-time-for-partisan-bickering/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:25+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/lets-focus-on-fighting-foreign-interference-not-fighting-each-other/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:25+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-bipartisan-legislation-to-promote-domestic-energy-lets-get-this-done/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:26+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-offers-update-on-coronavirus/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:26+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-urges-support-for-bipartisan-american-energy-innovation-act/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:28+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-bipartisan-coronavirus-funding-will-support-kentucky-and-all-50-states_/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:28+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-defends-judicial-independence-following-reckless-schumer-comments/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:28+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-bipartisan-energy-legislation-will-create-better-policy-and-regulatory-conditions-for-american-workers/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:28+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-provides-update-on-supplemental-funding-to-combat-the-coronavirus/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:28+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/leader-mcconnell-speaks-at-aipac-policy-conference-2020/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:28+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-speaks-on-the-american-energy-innovation-act/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:28+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-welcomes-conditions-based-approach-to-afghanistan-peace-talks/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:28+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-bipartisan-coronavirus-funding-the-senates-immediate-role-is-clear/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:29+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/leader-mcconnell-speaks-in-tribute-to-secretary-for-the-majority-laura-dove/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:29+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-discusses-supplemental-funding-to-combat-coronavirus/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:29+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/leader-mcconnell-pays-tribute-to-jay-khosla/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:29+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-speaks-on-defending-innocent-human-life/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:29+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-recognizes-joseph-maguire-and-discusses-senate-business/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:29+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnells-final-reflections-on-impeachment-it-should-never-have-come-to-the-senate-like-this/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:29+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-war-powers-resolution-is-deeply-flawed-on-a-number-of-levels_/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:29+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-celebrates-armys-selection-of-fort-knox-as-new-corps-hq/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:29+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-speaks-in-opposition-to-war-powers-resolution/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:30+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-the-senate-can-now-get-back-to-the-business-of-the-american-people/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:30+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/this-war-on-our-institutions-must-end/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:30+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-end-of-impeachment-trial-the-senate-must-do-what-we-were-created-to-do/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:32+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-speaks-on-organizing-resolution-ahead-of-senate-impeachment-trial/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:33+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-celebrates-passage-of-landmark-trade-deal-and-legislation-to-fight-illegal-drugs/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:33+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-celebrates-upcoming-senate-passage-of-usmca/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:33+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-impeachment-the-transparently-partisan-house-process-is-over-the-senates-time-is-at-hand/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:33+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-updates-colleagues-on-senate-impeachment-trial/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:33+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/usmca-will-be-a-major-win-for-kentucky-and-all-50-states/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:33+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-democrats-impeachment-has-been-purely-political-from-the-beginning/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:33+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-senate-should-not-tie-militarys-hands-over-political-divisions-at-home/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:33+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-impeachment-is-not-a-political-game/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:34+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-house-democrats-concede-the-weakness-of-their-impeachment-by-asking-senate-to-redo-investigation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:34+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-speaks-on-brave-middle-east-protestors-challenging-the-iranian-regime/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:34+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/while-house-democrats-games-hurt-the-country-senate-will-focus-on-the-peoples-business/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:34+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-the-senate-will-not-cede-our-authority-on-impeachment/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:34+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-we-must-remain-vigilant-in-the-face-of-the-serious-threat-posed-by-tehran/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:34+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/house-democrats-partisan-games-ignore-framers-warnings-on-impeachment/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:34+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-the-threat-iran-poses-is-not-new/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:34+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-house-democrats-continue-to-play-political-games-with-their-partisan-impeachment/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:35+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-ongoing-threat-from-iran-we-are-all-americans-first-and-we-are-all-in-this-together/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:35+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-speaks-on-senates-role-in-impeachment-trial/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:35+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-speaks-on-the-death-of-terrorist-leader-qassem-soleimani/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:37+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-updates-senate-on-impeachment-procedure/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:37+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-remarks-on-house-democrats-impeachment-of-president-trump/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:37+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-government-funding-legislation-has-big-wins-for-kentucky-and-all-50-states/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:37+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-potential-senate-trial-should-follow-unanimous-bipartisan-precedent-from-1999/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:37+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-celebrates-bipartisan-ndaa-and-bicameral-progress-on-appropriations/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:38+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-impeachment-procedures-the-senates-duty-is-to-conduct-a-trial-not-re-do-house-democrats-homework-for-them/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:38+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-cannot-let-impeachment-crowd-out-basic-governing-duties/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:38+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-continues-to-confirm-president-trumps-well-qualified-nominees/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:38+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-impeachment-obsession-has-left-congress-with-an-overload-of-11th-hour-legislation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:38+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-its-the-11th-hour-for-crucial-legislation-after-months-of-democrats-delays/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:38+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-it-will-require-consent-and-cooperation-to-finish-legislation-that-impeachment-has-stalled/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:38+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-defends-religious-liberty-in-america/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:38+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/all-impeachment-all-the-time-as-democrats-block-legislation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:39+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-lets-get-serious-about-funding-the-government/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:39+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-ive-been-proud-to-stand-with-hong-kong-for-decades/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:39+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-pays-tribute-to-senator-johnny-isakson/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:39+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-continue-to-obsess-over-impeachment-while-obstructing-everything-else/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:39+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-blocking-bipartisan-defense-trade-legislation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:39+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/american-families-job-creators-waiting-on-speaker-pelosi-to-allow-usmca-vote/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:39+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-celebrates-passage-of_hong-kong-human-rights-and-democracy-act/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:42+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-addresses-protests-in-lebanon-iraq-and-iran/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:42+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/focus-must-remain-on-appropriations-process-to-fund-the-government/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:42+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-chinese-communist-party-must-not-make-hong-kong-a-21st-century-version-of-tiananmen-square/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:42+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/bipartisan-bicameral-cooperation-needed-to-fund-government/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:42+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/election-security-defenses-are-stronger-crucial-work-continues/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:42+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-focus-on-impeachment-instead-of-defense/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:42+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-senate-should-vote-to-confirm-steven-menashi/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:42+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-impeachment-quest-crowding-out-important-legislation-for-the-american-people/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:43+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-comments-on-turkish-presidents-visit-to-the-white-house/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:43+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-urges-support-for-president-trumps-well-qualified-nominees/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:43+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/with-democrats-blocking-urgent-legislation-senate-will-consider-more-of-president-trumps-nominees/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:43+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/while-conflicts-roil-key-regions-worldwide-democrats-block-legislation-for-national-defense/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:43+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/house-democrats-putting-impeachment-ahead-of-usmca/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:43+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/the-land-of-the-free-because-of-the-brave/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:43+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-praises-sec-for-significant-step-to-increase-transparency-and-accountability/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:43+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-sponsors-new-bipartisan-legislation-to-protect-coal-families-health-care-and-pension-benefits/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:44+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-proud-senate-continues-confirming-more-of-president-trumps-well-qualified-judicial-nominees/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:44+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/twitters-ban-on-paid-political-speech-follows-anti-speech-headwinds-from-washington/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:44+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-prioritize-impeachment-over-bipartisan-priorities-like-defense-funding-and-usmca/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:44+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-urges-senate-to-confirm-judge-david-tapp/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:46+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-block-defense-funding-promote-destructive-socialism/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:46+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-the-united-states-should-stand-with-these-protestors/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:46+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/leader-mcconnell-congratulates-the-world-series-champions-the-washington-nationals/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:46+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-turkey-incursion-sanctions/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:46+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/while-democrats-focus-on-impeachment-republicans-focus-on-funding-our-troops/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:47+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-want-to-increase-premiums-rollback-states-flexibility-and-health-care-choices/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:47+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/house-democrats-impeachment-resolution-no-due-process-now-maybe-some-later-but-only-if-we-feel-like-it/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:47+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-threaten-to-block-funding-for-our-servicemembers/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:47+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/will-democrats-block-funding-for-the-men-and-women-who-keep-us-safe/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:47+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-want-to-restrict-states-ability-to-lower-premiums-and-increase-health-care-choices/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:47+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/usda-to-issue-new-policy-implementing-mcconnell-hemp-initiative/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:47+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/the-honorable-kay-hagan/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:47+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/upcoming-vote-on-defense-funding-will-show-whether-impeachment-is-crowding-out-critical-priorities/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:48+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-praises-intelligence-community-brave-us-forces-and-president-trump-for-bringing-isis-leader-to-justice/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:48+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/opioid-fight-remains-top-priority/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:48+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-highlights-important-events-at-us-capitol/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:48+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-want-middle-class-families-to-subsidize-blue-state-millionaires/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:48+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/house-democrat-proposal-is-designed-to-reduce-free-speech-in-america/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:48+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-introduces-syria-resolution-in-the-senate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:48+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-must-not-continue-to-block-funding-our-armed-forces/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:52+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-needs-to-make-a-strong-strategic-statement-on-syria/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:52+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-urges-senate-to-oppose-democrats-war-on-coal-revival/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:52+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/chairman-elijah-cummings/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:52+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/while-democrats-indulge-three-year-old-impeachment-obsession-senate-republicans-ready-to-deliver-real-progress-for-american-families/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:52+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-turkish-escalation-this-violence-needs-to-end/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:52+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/house-democrats-have-wasted-no-time-throwing-fairness-and-precedent-to-the-wind/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:52+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-the-american-people-deserve-to-have-an-excellent-trade-deal-in-place/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:53+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-democrats-should-not-create-false-choice-between-border-security-and-military-construction-projects/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:53+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/while-house-democrats-indulge-impeachment-obsession-senate-republicans-focused-on-american-peoples-business/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:53+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/far-left-socialist-ideology-becoming-increasingly-mainstream-in-democratic-party/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:53+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-senate-will-vote-on-short-term-government-funding-this-week/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:53+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-senate-intelligence-committee-work-should-remain-free-from-politics/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:53+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democratic-house-continues-to-churn-out-one-left-wing-messaging-bill-after-another/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:53+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-appropriations-i-remain-hopeful-we-can-get-process-back-on-track/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:54+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-democrats-continue-to-block-critical-defense-funding/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:54+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/our-nation-continues-to-make-incredible-strides-toward-energy-independence/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:54+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-urges-democrats-not-to-filibuster-critical-funding-for-defense/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:54+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-begins-process-to-advance-first-set-of-appropriations-bills/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:56+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-democrats-latest-attack-on-justice-brett-kavanaugh/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:56+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/defense-funding-should-not-play-second-fiddle-to-political-games/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:56+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-speaks-in-support-of-regular-appropriations-process/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:56+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/september-11th-changed-our-way-of-life/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:56+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-thanks-ambassador-john-bolton-for-service-as-national-security-advisor/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:56+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-no-time-to-waste-when-it-comes-to-appropriations/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:56+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-marks-400th-anniversary-of-our-lands-shameful-history-of-slavery/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:56+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-confirm-more-of-the-presidents-well-qualified-nominees/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:57+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/nominations-appropriations-up-next-in-senate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:57+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-pass-administration-pelosi_budget-deal/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:57+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-needs-to-pass-the-bipartisan-administration-pelosi-budget-agreement/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:57+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/ambassador-kelly-craft-a-very-impressive-individual-to-serve-in-the-critical-role-of-un-ambassador/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:57+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-thanks-senate-page-school-principal-kathryn-weeden-for-senate-service/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:57+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-needs-to-confirm-more-judges-confirm-key-national-security-nominees-and-pass-the-presidents-funding-agreement-this-week/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:57+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-denounces-dangerous-rise-of-modern-day-mccarthyism/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:57+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/administration-pelosi-budget-deal-will-provide-for-the-common-defense/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:58+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/taking-action-to-combat-anti-semitic-efforts-to-delegitimize-israel-should-not-be-too-much-to-ask/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:58+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-encouraging-to-see-the-reduction-in-overdose-deaths-across-the-country/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:58+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-confirm-faa-administrator-two-more-district-court-nominees/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:57:58+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/administration-pelosi-budget-deal-will-restore-readiness-of-our-armed-forces/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:00+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-democracy-and-autonomy-in-hong-kong-the-world-is-watching/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:00+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-pass-september-11th-victim-compensation-fund-bill_/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:00+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/administration-pelosi-budget-deal-will-provide-necessary-funding-to-rebuild-and-modernize-our-military/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:00+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mark-esper-a-well-prepared-nominee-for-a_post-of-vital-importance/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:00+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/far-left-agenda-would-harm-vulnerable-communities-just-as-republican-agenda-is-helping-them-rebuild/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:01+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-house-should-pass-senates-strong-bipartisan-legislation-to-stand-against-anti-semitism/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:01+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/important-tax-treaties-would-eliminate-unfair-competitive-disadvantage-for-american-businesses/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:01+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/secretary-of-defense-nominee-mark-esper-a-man-of-honor-and-integrity/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:01+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-the-passing-of-justice-john-paul-stevens/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:01+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/fairer-treatment-for-american-job-creators-more-enticement-for-foreign-investors/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:01+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/a-pro-worker-pro-family-pro-opportunity-economic-moment/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:01+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/nominations-ratification-of-important-tax-treaties-up-next-in-senate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:02+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/more-well-qualified-nominees-confirmed-with-bipartisan-support-in-senate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:02+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/important-work-continues-to-keep-our-elections-secure/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:02+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-preserving-and-protecting-our-elections-is-a-crucial-task/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:02+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/more-job-opportunities-wage-growth-new-investment-thanks-to-republican-policies/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:02+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-continues-to-make-headway-in-the-personnel-business/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:02+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-will-continue-to-confirm-highly-qualified-nominees-for-important-federal-offices/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:02+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/a-proud-national-legacy-of-liberty/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:03+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-pass-bipartisan-national-defense-authorization-act/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:05+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-kaine-tobacco-free-youth-act-advances-to-senate-floor/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:05+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/house-should-pass-bipartisan-senate-humanitarian-funding-bill/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:05+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/national-defense-authorization-act-addresses-priorities-at-home-and-abroad/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:05+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-emergency-funding-for-border-crisis-we-must-pass-this-measure-this-week/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:05+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/non-controversial-emergency-funding-for-border-crisis-deserves-overwhelmingly-bipartisan-support/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:05+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-must-ensure-us-forces-maintain-competitive-edge/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:06+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/the-senate-and-nation-are-closely-watching-the-situation-in-the-gulf/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:06+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-urges-senate-to-stand-with-americas-partners-in-the-middle-east/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:06+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-moving-forward-with-legislation-to-address-crisis-at-our-southern-border/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:06+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-kelly-knight-craft-has-won-respect-at-home-and-abroad/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:06+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/the-national-defense-authorization-act-deserves-overwhelmingly-bipartisan-vote/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:06+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-introduces-un-ambassador-nominee-kelly-knight-craft-at-senate-hearing/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:06+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-border-crisis-lets-put-partisanship-aside-and-advance-this-targeted-bipartisan-solution/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:06+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-supports-rollback-of-obama-era-anti-coal-regulation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:07+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/national-defense-authorization-act-up-next-in-senate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:07+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/leader-mcconnell-congratulates-senator-collins-on-7000-senate-votes/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:07+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-passes-most-significant-irs_reforms-in-twenty-years/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:07+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/the-united-states-needs-to-remain-engaged-prepared-and-powerful/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:07+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/a-strong-but-peaceful-response-from-the-people-of-hong-kong/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:09+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-consider-measures-that-will-impact-our-presence-and-influence-in-iran/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:10+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/urgent-need-to-address-crisis-at-our-southern-border/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:10+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/modest-reform-helping-bipartisan-nominees-get-through-senate-at-an-efficient-pace/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:10+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-efforts-to-block-arms-sales-to-our-partners-in-middle-east-are-misguided/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:10+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/the-border-crisis-is-unacceptable-and-unsustainable/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:10+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-confirming-uncontroversial-well-qualified-nominees-in-fraction-of-the-time/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:10+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/congress-must-pass-bipartisan-supplemental-border-funding-to-address-humanitarian-crisis-at-the-border/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:11+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-protesters-in-hong-kong-should-be-heard/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:11+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-consider-six-more-distinguished-judicial-nominees/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:11+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-remembers-61st-senate-chaplain-dr-lloyd-john-ogilvie/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:11+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/sec-back-on-track-thanks-to-chairman-jay-clayton-and-his-colleagues/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:11+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/us-mexico-friendship-should-combine-mutual-security-efforts-with-a-prosperous-trading-relationship/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:11+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-continues-to-clear-backlog-of-nominees-left-by-democrats-obstruction/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:12+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-border-crisis-it-is-long-past-time-for-action/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:12+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-receives-distinguished-leader-award-at-susan-b-anthony-list-annual-gala/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:12+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-commemorates-100th-anniversary-of-womens-right-to-vote/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:12+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-considering-more-impressive-uncontroversial-nominees/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:12+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/leader-mcconnell-remembers-senator-thad-cochran/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:12+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-virginia-beach-shooting/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:12+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/leader-mcconnell-meets-with-secretary-of-defense-nominee-patrick-shanahan/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:14+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-passes-bipartisan-disaster-relief-bill/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:15+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/experts-advocates-and-public-health-groups-rallying-around-the-tobacco-free-youth-act/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:15+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-will-not-adjourn-without-voting-to-fund-communities-hit-by-natural-disasters/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:15+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-america-must-give-iran-no-reason-to-misjudge-our-resolve/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:15+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/americans-across-the-country-struggling-to-rebuild-from-natural-disasters/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:15+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/four-more-judicial-confirmations-today-in-the-senate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:15+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/public-health-groups-express-support-for-the-tobacco-free-youth-act/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:15+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-time-to-deliver-resources-for-disaster-victims/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:16+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-considering-five-more-judicial-nominees-this-week/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:16+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-introduces-legislation-to-make-21-the-new-minimum-age-for-purchasing-tobacco-products/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:16+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-republicans-wont-let-these-far-left-dreams-get-in-the-way-of-progress-for-middle-class-families/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:16+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-confirm-three-more-qualified-nominees-for-executive-branch-and-judiciary/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:16+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/communities-across-the-country-continue-to-reap-benefits-from-opportunity-economy/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:16+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/another-well-qualified-judicial-nominee/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:16+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-national-police-week/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:17+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/continued-work-on-nominees-and-disaster-supplemental-funding-in-senate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:17+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/an-historic-economic-moment-for-the-american-people/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:17+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/after-democrat-obstruction-modest-reform-has-nominations-process-back-on-track/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:17+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/republican-pro-growth-pro-opportunity-agenda-continues-to-pay-off-for-americans/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:17+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-continues-timely-confirmation-of-nominees-after-democrat-obstruction/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:19+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-statement-on-the-highlands-ranch-colorado-school-attack/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:19+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-special-counsel-muellers-findings-case-closed/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:19+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/leader-mcconnell-pays-tribute-to-senator-mike-enzi/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:19+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-statement-on-terrorist-attacks-against-israel/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:19+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-ill-fated-paris-deal-will-go-nowhere-in-the-senate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:20+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-yemen-resolution-i-urge-my-colleagues-to-uphold-the-presidents-veto/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:20+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/continued-confirmations-of-abundantly-qualified-non-controversial-nominees/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:20+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/congressional-democrats-continue-to-push-untested-government-takeover-with-medicare-for-none/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:20+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-continues-to-confirm-well-qualified-nominees/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:20+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/medicare-for-none-a-fantasy-pulled-from-the-farthest-corners-of-the-left/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:20+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/thanks-to-modest-reform-senate-now-considering-nominees-in-a-more-efficient-manner/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:20+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/leader-mcconnell-remembers-senator-richard-lugar/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:20+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-begins-consideration-of-another-slate-of-well-qualified-nominees/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:21+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-statement-on-anti-semitism-and-the-poway-california-synagogue-attack/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:21+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-addresses-hillsdale-college/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:21+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/thanks-to-republican-pro-growth-agenda-americans-are-experiencing-a-remarkable-economic-moment/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:21+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/interior-department-veteran-david-bernhardt-to-be-confirmed-as-secretary/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:21+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/americans-keeping-more-of-their-paychecks-thanks-to-republican-tax-reform-law/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:21+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-continues-to-overcome-democrat-obstruction/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:21+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-passes-bipartisan-bill-to-protect-millions-of-americans-water-supply/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:23+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-latest-socialist-scheme-medicare-for-none/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:23+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/several-well-qualified-nominees-being-considered-in-senate-this-week/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:23+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/well-qualified-nominees-to-receive-prompt-senate-consideration/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:24+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/leader-mcconnell-thanks-department-of-homeland-security-secretary-kirstjen-nielsen/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:24+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/leader-mcconnell-remembers-senator-fritz-hollings/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:24+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-takes-step-to-move-nominees-at-a-reasonable-pace-fill-important-jobs/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:24+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/nato-has-shaped-world-history-for-the-better/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:24+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/the-american-people-deserve-the-government-they-elected/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:24+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/lets-do-the-right-thing-for-the-senate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:24+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/our-work-on-disaster-funding-is-far-from-finished/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:24+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-disaster-funding-this-does-not-need-to-be-a-difficult-or-partisan-decision/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:24+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-resolution-would-end-systematic-obstruction-on-nominees/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:25+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/court-packing-a-radical-proposal-dead-and-buried-by-bipartisan-consensus-for-almost-a-century/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:25+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/disaster-funding-legislation-would-address-urgent-needs-deliver-critical-resources/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:25+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-votes-to-advance-disaster-funding-legislation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:25+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/green-new-deal-fails-in-senate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:25+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/leader-mcconnell-speaks-at-aipac-policy-conference-2019/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:25+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/green-new-deal-pain-for-american-families-no-meaningful-change-in-carbon-emissions/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:25+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/this-week-in-the-senate-green-new-deal-nominations/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:26+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/no-collusion-no-conspiracy-no-obstruction/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:28+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/leader-mcconnell-pays-tribute-to-deputy-chief-of-staff-don-stew-stewart/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:28+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-presidents-emergency-declaration-i-will-vote-to-uphold-it/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:28+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/green-new-deal-immediate-harm-for-american-workers-and-families/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:29+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-yemen-resolution-will-not-increase-our-diplomatic-leverage/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:29+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/this-pointless-democrat-obstruction-needs-to-change/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:29+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/radical-democrat-ideas-continue-with-medicare-for-none/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:29+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-considering-more-outstanding-judicial-nominees-this-week/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:29+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-the-presidents-2020-budget-proposal/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:29+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrat-politician-protection-act-would-yield-a-partisan-takeover-of-the-fec/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:29+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrat-obstruction-continues-on-presidents-uncontroversial-impressive-nominees/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:29+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/house-delays-condemnation-of-anti-semitism/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:30+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/house-should-support-israel-pass-the-strengthening-americas-security-in-the-middle-east-act/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:30+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/green-new-deal-would-bankrupt-american-middle-class/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:30+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-previews-house-vote-on-democrat-politician-protection-act/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:30+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/nominees-for-fourth-and-sixth-circuit-courts-up-next-in-senate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:30+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-embracing-one-radical-half-baked-socialist-proposal-after-another/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:30+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/leader-mcconnell-senator-shelby-delivers-results-for-alabama-and-the-nation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:30+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/medicare-for-none/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:31+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/progress-continues-on-nominees-in-senate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:31+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-statement-on-presidents-summit-in-vietnam/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:33+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-green-new-deal-foolish-and-dangerous/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:33+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-continues-to-make-nominations-a-high-priority/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:33+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrat-politician-protection-act-contains-no-effort-to-crack-down-on-voter-fraud/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:33+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-democrats-refuse-to-vote-to-protect-rights-of-babies-born-alive/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:33+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-confirm-impressive-nominee-for-ninth-circuit-court/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:33+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/born-alive-abortion-survivors-protection-act/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:34+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-consider-another-well-qualified-judicial-nominee/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:34+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/bipartisan-bicameral-agreement-reached-on-border-security-government-funding/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:34+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrat-politician-protection-act-would-turn-bipartisan-fec-into-a-partisan-weapon/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:34+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-border-security-government-funding-its-time-to-get-this-done/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:34+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrat-politician-protection-act-includes-a-taxpayer-bailout-for-political-campaigns/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:34+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-pass-bipartisan-natural-resources-management-act/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:34+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/bicameral-bipartisan-agreement-funds-border-protection-completes-appropriations-process/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:34+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/house-democrats-add-poison-pill-demand-to-border-security-funding-debate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:34+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/the-democrat-politician-protection-act-a-solution-to-an-invented-crisis/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:35+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/bipartisan-natural-resources-management-act-would-help-communities-across-us/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:35+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/william-barrs-qualifications-and-job-performance-speak-for-themselves/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:35+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/president-calls-on-congress-to-walk-together-along-a-higher-road/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:35+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-the-state-of-our-union-is-strong-and-growing-stronger/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:35+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-continues-work-on-foreign-policy-legislation-natural-resources-bill-up-next/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:37+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/babies-born-in-us-should-have-their-right-to-life-respected-receive-necessary-care/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:38+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-seeking-power-over-our-nations-elections-through-the-democrat-politician-protection-act/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:38+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-democrats-continue-foreign-policy-debate-obstruction/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:38+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/hr-1-a-democrat-political-power-grab/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:38+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-democrats-still-trying-to-block-crucial-foreign-policy-debate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:38+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/the-democrat-politician-protection-act/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:38+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/strengthening-americas-security-in-the-middle-east-act/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:38+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-overcome-filibuster-of-middle-east-policy-bills/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:39+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-supports-presidents-plan-to-re-open-the-government/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:39+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-vote-today-on-compromise-to-end-government-shutdown/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:39+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-vote-tomorrow-on-plan-to-re-open-the-government-fund-border-security/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:39+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-vote-this-week-to-re-open-government-fund-border-security/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:39+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-votes-to-support-more-protection-for-the-lives-of-unborn-children/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:39+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/barr-has-the-experience-integrity-total-commitment-to-be-attorney-general/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:39+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/political-obstruction-is-democrats-top-priority/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:39+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-blocked-action-on-security-aid-to-israel-in-favor-of-political-show-vote/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:40+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-still-dodging-the-conversation-about-humanitarian-security-crisis-at-the-border/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:40+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/william-barr-eminently-qualified-widely-respected/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:40+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/border-security-is-not-immoral/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:42+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/partial-government-shutdown-prolonged-by-democrats-refusal-to-negotiate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:42+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrat-inconsistency-on-border-security-funding-continues/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:42+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-urges-democratic-colleagues-to-get-past-harmful-political-games-get-serious-about-negotiating-with-the-president/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:42+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/middle-east-policy-legislation-would-help-protect-allies-strengthen-israel-relationship/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:42+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-take-up-middle-east-policy-bills/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:43+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/the-situation-at-our-border-demands-our-attention/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:43+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-the-american-people-need-democrats-and-republicans-to-work-together/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:43+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/majority-leader-mcconnell-welcomes-116th-congress/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:43+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/securing-our-nations-borders-must-be-a-priority/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:43+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-proceeds-with-funding-border-security-legislation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:43+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-lets-secure-our-country/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:43+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-thanks-cornyn-for-his-service-as-republican-whip/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:44+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/majority-leader-mcconnell-thanks-speaker-paul-ryan/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:44+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-consider-government-funding-bill/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:44+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/leader-mcconnell-thanks-general-john-kelly/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:44+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/leader-mcconnell-pays-tribute-to-senator-jon-kyl/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:44+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-continues-work-on-remaining-priorities/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:46+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/leader-mcconnell-statement-on-senator-lamar-alexander/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:46+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/leader-mcconnell-pays-tribute-to-senator-jeff-flake/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:46+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/farm-bill-headed-to-presidents-desk-for-signature/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:47+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/an-already-productive-congress-adds-more-accomplishments/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:47+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/leader-mcconnell-pays-tribute-to-senator-orrin-hatch/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:47+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-supports-responsible-corker-resolution-opposes-sanders-lee/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:47+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-hemp-provision-will-soon-become-law_/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:47+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/protecting-the-private-information-of-american-citizens-from-the-irs/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:47+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-hemp-provision-clears-another-hurdle-final-vote-expected-soon/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:47+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/bipartisan-cooperation-needed-to-complete-remaining-work/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:48+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-confirm-presidents-deputy-secretary-of-the-treasury-nominee/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:48+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-thanks-staff-volunteers-capitol-police-for-president-bush-memorial-efforts/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:48+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/leader-mcconnell-pays-tribute-to-senator-bob-corker/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:48+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-applauds-rollback-of-anti-coal-regulation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:48+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-continues-to-confirm-presidents-abundantly-well-qualified-nominees/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:48+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-vote-on-federal-energy-regulatory-commission-nominee/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:48+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/remembering-president-george-h-w-bush/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:49+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/president-george-h-w-bush/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:49+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/leader-mcconnell-pays-tribute-to-president-george-h-w-bush/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:51+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/leader-mcconnell-tribute-to-senator-heller/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:51+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-focused-on-wrapping-up-this-years-priorities/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:51+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-continues-to-work-on-nominations-and-important-legislation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:51+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/important-business-to-be-completed-in-senate-before-end-of-the-year/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:51+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/long-list-of-bipartisan-accomplishments/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:51+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-passes-coast-guard-inland-waterways-legislation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:51+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-welcomes-new-senators/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:52+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/bipartisan-bill-to-provide-critical-funding-for-us-coast-guard/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:52+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/bipartisan-accomplishments-continue-in-senate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:52+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/the-senate-will-not-let-unhinged-tactics-replace-reasoned-judgment/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:52+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-vote-on-protecting-choices-for-health-care-consumers/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:52+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/american-unemployment-reaches-lowest-rate-in-almost-fifty-years/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:52+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/americas-water-infrastructure-act-to-be-signed-into-law/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:52+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/justice-kavanaugh-hears-first-supreme-court-arguments/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:52+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-pass-bipartisan-water-infrastructure-legislation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:52+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-statement-on-ambassador-haley/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:53+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/judge-brett-kavanaugh-will-be-an-excellent-supreme-court-justice/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:53+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-votes-to-advance-nomination-of-judge-brett-kavanaugh/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:53+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/judge-brett-kavanaugh-is-stunningly-and-totally-qualified-for-this-job/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:53+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/leader-mcconnell-files-cloture-on_the-nomination-of-judge-kavanaugh/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:55+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-pass-landmark-opioids-legislation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:55+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/one-of-the-most-impressive-stunningly-qualified-nominees-in-our-nations-history/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:55+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/american-workers-seeing-more-opportunities-keeping-more-of-their-paychecks/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:55+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-democrats-continue-to-move-goalposts-on-judge-kavanaughs-nomination/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:55+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-vote-on-judge-kavanaughs-nomination-this-week/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:55+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-will-proceed-to-the-nomination-of-judge-brett-kavanaugh/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:55+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-chairman-grassley-has-worked-to-put-together-a-fair-process/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:56+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/americas-economy-is-reaching-new-heights/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:56+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-continues-to-confirm-vital-nominees/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:56+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/democrats-handled-allegations-irresponsibly-chairman-grassley-will-not/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:56+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-continues-work-on-faa-reform-water-infrastructure-nominees/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:56+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/judge-kavanaugh-is-a-man-of-strong-character-and-tremendous-integrity/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:56+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-pass-funding-for-military-addressing-opioid-crisis/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:56+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/more-help-is-on-the-way-to-address-the-nations-opioid-crisis/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:56+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/judge-kavanaugh-welcomes-the-opportunity-to-address-the-committee/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:56+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/chairman-grassley-will-continue-by-the-book/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:57+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/landmark-opioids-legislation-to-pass-senate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:57+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-hurricane-florence-senate-stands-with-all-those-affected/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:57+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-pass-landmark-opioids-legislation-2/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:59+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/appropriations-bill-to-fund-national-priorities-with-local-impacts/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:59+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/the-nation-saw-judge-kavanaughs-intellectual-brilliance-and-thoughtful-temperament/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:59+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/judge-kavanaugh-is-an-impressive-brilliant-and-mainstream-nominee/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:59+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/judge-kavanaugh-an-impressive-talented-measured-jurist/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:59+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-praises-armed-services-committee-selection-of-inhofe-as-chairman/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:59+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/welcoming-senator-kyl-back-to-the-senate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:58:59+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/bipartisan-praise-for-judge-kavanaughs-record/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:00+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/a-growing-and-vibrant-economy/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:00+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/completing-unfinished-business-in-august/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:00+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/honoring-john-mccain/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:00+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/the-senate-wont-be-the-same-without-john-mccain/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:00+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/praise-for-judge-kavanaugh-from-across-the-political-spectrum/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:00+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-working-to-fund-national-priorities-local-impacts/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:01+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-discusses-senate-work-to-be-completed-by-labor-day/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:01+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/appropriations-legislation-to-provide-funding-to-address-opioid-crisis-medical-research/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:01+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/bonuses-pay-raises-tax-cuts-for-middle-class-families-across-america/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:01+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/americas-economy-continues-to-steam-ahead/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:01+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/appropriations-legislation-will-provide-our-military-with-the-support-they-deserve/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:01+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-the-affordable-clean-energy-rule/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:01+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-economy-good-news-continues-to-roll-in/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:04+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/continued-bipartisan-progress-on-appropriations-in-senate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:04+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/healthy-economy-tax-reform-paying-dividends-for-americans/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:04+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/two-more-impressive-nominees-for-the-fourth-circuit/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:04+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-continues-work-on-vital-appropriations-legislation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:04+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/best-evaluation-of-judge-kavanaughs-nomination-is-his-twelve-year-record-on-the-dc-circuit-court/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:04+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/middle-class-families-small-businesses_continue-to-benefit-from-republican-agenda/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:04+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/john-s-mccain-2019-national-defense-authorization-act-to-become-law-this-week/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:04+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-completes-work-on-seventh-appropriations-bill-funds-key-priorities/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:05+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/job-opportunities-wage-growth-small-business-expansions/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:05+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-i-will-continue-to-stand-with-the-brave-men-and-women-of-ice/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:05+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/americas-economy-is-thriving/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:05+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-consider-another-impressive-circuit-court-nominee/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:05+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/appropriations-bill-a-win-for-families-communities-nationwide/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:05+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/american-workers-job-creators-continue-to-thrive/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:05+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/who-do-they-expect-to-believe-this-stuff/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:05+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/americans-are-seeing-results/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:06+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/bipartisan-work-continues-on-appropriations-in-senate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:06+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/appropriations-legislation-includes-funding-for-infrastructure-fight-against-opioid-epidemic/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:06+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/american-manufacturing-is-thriving/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:06+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-honors-us-capitol-police-officers-fallen-in-the-line-of-duty/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:08+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/americas-growing-economy-helping-employers-workers-families/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:08+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/independent-counsel-whiplash/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:09+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-considering-more-well-qualified-judicial-nominee/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:09+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/workers-middle-class-families-benefiting-from-healthy-american-economy/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:09+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-confirm-more-of-the-presidents-impressive-nominees/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:09+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/republican-pro-growth-agenda-continues-to-benefit-american-manufacturers/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:09+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/irs-announcement-a-victory-for_free-speech/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:09+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/americas-economy-continues-to-surge-ahead/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:09+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/more-praise-for-judge-kavanaugh/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:10+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/hiring-rate-in-america-at-11-year-high/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:10+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/continued-progress-on-appropriations/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:10+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/a-responsible-confirmation-process-for-judge-kavanaugh-not-distortions-scare-tactics/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:10+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/more-good-news-for-americas-workers-middle-class-families/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:10+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/in-judge-kavanaugh-the-president-made-an-outstanding-choice/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:10+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/judge-kavanaugh-one-of-the-preeminent-legal-minds-of-his-generation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:10+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/we-should-evaluate-this-presidents-nominee-fairly-based-on-their-qualifications/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:10+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/americans-are-paying-less-to-keep-the-lights-on/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:11+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/farm-bill-is-a-victory-for-american-agriculture/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:11+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/presidents-nominee-should-be-considered-fairly/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:11+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-statement-on-retirement-of-justice-anthony-kennedy/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:13+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/american-businesses-providing-pay-raises-bonuses-benefits-to-workers-thanks-to-tax-reform/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:13+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/farm-bill-will-bring-certainty-predictability-to-americas-farmers/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:13+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/tax-cuts-are-exactly-what-middle-class-families-and-workers-deserved/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:13+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/farm-bill-takes-serious-steps-to-ensure-the-future-of-american-agriculture/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:13+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/america-seeing-more-long-term-investments-business-expansions-favorable-economic-climate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:13+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-pass-appropriations-bills-begin-work-on-farm-bill/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:14+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/president-to-award-kentucky-war-hero-with-medal-of-honor/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:14+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/tax-reform-continues-to-benefit-families-businesses-across-the-country/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:14+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/important-work-continues-in-senate-on-appropriations/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:14+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/six-months-since-passage-of-historic-tax-reform/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:14+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/appropriations-bill-includes-important-funding-for-military-veterans/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:14+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/ongoing-economic-expansion/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:14+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/appropriations-bill-up-next-in-senate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:14+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/new-growth-increased-opportunity-across-america-thanks-to-tax-reform/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:15+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/farm-bill-to-bolster-struggling-agriculture-communities/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:15+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-defense-bill-well-fulfill-our-solemn-responsibility-to-our-military/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:15+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/more-jobs-more-wage-growth-more-opportunities/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:15+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/defense-bill-critical-to-americas-21st-century-military_/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:15+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/farm-bill-will-benefit-farmers-economy/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:17+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/economic-growth-continues-for-the-american-people/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:17+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/our-responsibility-to-support-americas-military/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:17+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-summit-with-north-korea-a-historic-first-step-in-an-important-negotiation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:18+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/a-significant-slowdown-in-the-federal-governments-red-tape-factory/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:18+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/defense-bill-is-top-item-on-senate-to-do-list/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:18+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/getting-the-federal-government-out-of-the-american-peoples-way/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:18+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/greater-readiness-enhanced-capabilities-more-support-for-military-families/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:18+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/bipartisan-defense-bill-will-ensure-military-readiness_/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:18+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-well-keep-delivering-on-legislation-to-make-america-stronger-safer-and-more-prosperous/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:18+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/important-opioid-research-taking-place-in-kentucky/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:18+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/defense-bill-will-direct-resources-equip-our-nations-military/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:18+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/this-slate-of-judicial-nominees-should-be-promptly-confirmed/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:19+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/more-than-one-million-jobs-created-since-the-passage-of-republican-tax-reform/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:19+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-consider-three-more-high-quality-judicial-nominees/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:19+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-completes-work-on-more-nominations-reform-legislation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:19+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/landmark-veterans-health-bill-will-soon-become-law/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:19+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-confirm-fdic-chairman-fha-commissioner/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:19+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/congress-passes-bill-to-bring-relief-to-consumers-community-banks-credit-unions/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:19+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-will-pass-major-veterans-health-reform-legislation-send-to-white-house/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:19+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/bipartisan-support-for-legislation-to-reform-process-for-workplace-harassment-and-discrimination-claims-in-congress/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:21+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/economic-optimism-continues-across-america/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:21+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-consider-important-water-infrastructure-legislation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:22+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/keeping-our-promise-to-our-nations-veterans/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:22+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/republican-agenda-getting-washington-out-of-the-american-peoples-way/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:22+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-pass-major-bipartisan-reform-bill-for-our-nations-veterans-this-week/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:22+00:00</lastmod>
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	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-the-santa-fe-tx-shooting/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:22+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/american-manufacturers-seeing-benefits-from-republican-pro-growth-agenda/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:22+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-confirm-first-female-director-of-the-cia/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:22+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/entrepreneurs-and-employees-continue-to-benefit-from-new-tax-code/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:22+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/protecting-consumers-from-democrat-plans-to-overregulate-the-internet/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:22+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-haspel-is-the-right-woman-at-the-right-time/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:23+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/more-prosperity-opportunity-raises-and-bonuses-for-working-families-in-america/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:23+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-continues-circuit-court-confirmations/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:23+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/honoring-the-men-and-women-of_law-enforcement/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:23+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-statement-on-the-us-embassy-in-jerusalem/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:23+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/leader-mcconnell-visits-senator-mccain/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:23+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/america-is-open-for-business-again/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:23+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/more-judicial-nominees-with-sterling-qualifications/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:23+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/haspel-uniquely-ready-to-head-cia/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:24+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-confirm-another-well-qualified-judge/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:26+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/gina-haspel-has-the-resume-reputation-and-unique-skill-set-to-lead-the-cia/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:26+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/two-different-philosophies-two-different-outcomes-for-american-workers-and-middle-class-families/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:26+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-continues-work-to-confirm-presidents-well-qualified_circuit-court-nominees/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:26+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-honors-united-states-capitol-police-officers-fallen-in-the-line-of-duty/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:26+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/more-business-more-investment-more-job-openings-and-higher-pay/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:26+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-consider-more-extremely-well-qualified-circuit-court-nominees-this-week/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:27+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-remembers-michael-beaver/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:27+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-democrats-slow-walking-nominees-this-is-partisan-obstruction-elevated-to-an-art-form/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:27+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/tax-relief-is-making-it-easier-for-american-workers-and-employers-to-get-ahead/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:27+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/on-opioids-congress-must-continue-to-do-its-part/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:27+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mike-pompeo-is-up-to-the-task/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:27+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/republican-agenda-has-wages-opportunities-and-prosperity-growing-again/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:27+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-considers-another-highly-qualified-judicial-nominee-with-bipartisan-endorsements/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:27+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-hard-to-imagine-someone-more-thoroughly-qualified-than-mike-pompeo/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:28+00:00</lastmod>
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	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/tax-reform-gives-american-communities-job-creators-the-opportunity-to-flourish/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:28+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/in-pompeo-the-senate-can-ensure-the-nation-has-a-chief-diplomat-who-enjoys-the-complete-confidence-of-the-president/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:28+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-confirm-nasa-nominee/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:28+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-introduces-the-protecting-moms-and-infants-act/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:28+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-democrats-filibuster-bipartisan-coast-guard-bill/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:28+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-democrats-rallying-to-repeal-your-tax-cuts/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:31+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-vote-on-us-coast-guard-authorization-bill/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:31+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-pays-tribute-to-barbara-bush/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:31+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/americas-tax-code-out-with-the-old-and-in-with-the-new/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:31+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/regulatory-relief-for-consumers-auto-industry-jobs/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:31+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/tax-reform-means-a-better-year-ahead-for-american-families/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:31+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/protecting-native-american-sovereignty-from-harmful-federal-regulation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:31+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-on-syria-it-was-time-to-act/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:32+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/empowering-american-families-not-bureaucrats-in-washington/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:32+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/the-american-people-deserve-to-have-key-officials-in-place/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:32+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/america-continues-to-benefit-from-republican-pro-growth-agenda/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:32+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/historic-obstruction-from-senate-democrats-continues/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:32+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-speaker-ryans-optimism-and-energy-never-waned/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:32+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/tax-reform-means-growth-for-main-street/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:33+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-lets-consider-and-confirm-these-nominees-without-delay/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:33+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/the-last-time-americans-will-have-to-file-tax-returns-under-the-old-outdated-system/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:33+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-consider-more-qualified-nominees-this-week/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:33+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/mcconnell-remarks-on-the-retirement-of-senator-thad-cochran/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:33+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/middle-class-families-seeing-lower-utility-rates-thanks-to-tax-reform/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:33+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/government-funding-bill-contains-significant-victories-for-the-nation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:33+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/congressional-gold-medal-ceremony-honoring-the-office-of-strategic-services/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:36+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/tax-reform-benefits-coming-to-opportunity-zones-in-america/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:36+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-vote-on-bill-to-combat-sex-trafficking/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:36+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/funding-agreement-will-give-our-military-the-resources-they-need-and-deserve/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:36+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/sanders-resolution-on-yemen-would-harm-allies-embolden-iran/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:36+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/bill-to-combat-sex-trafficking-would-close-loophole-in-current-law/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:36+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/increased-economic-optimism-thanks-to-tax-reform/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:36+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/bipartisan-support-for-legislation-protecting-victims-of-sex-trafficking/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:37+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/tax-reform-already-providing-families-more-opportunities-for-their-childrens-education/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:37+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/bill-to-combat-sex-trafficking-up-next-in-senate/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:37+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/american-families-seeing-tax-cuts-and-credits-thanks-to-tax-reform/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:37+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/banking-reform-bill-relief-for-main-street/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:37+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/bipartisan-efforts-continue-on-infrastructure/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:37+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/good-news-about-tax-reform-keeps-pouring-in/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:37+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/non-profits-seeing-tax-reform-benefits/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:37+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/bipartisan-support-grows-for-banking-reform-legislation/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:38+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/tax-reform-puts-money-back-in-the-pockets-of-hard-working-americans/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:38+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/regulatory-relief-for-small-community-banks-credit-unions/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:38+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/tapping-into-tax-reform-savings/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:38+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/banking-reform-bill-to-help-community-banks-main-street-america/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:38+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/increased-retirement-benefits-for-american-workers-thanks-to-tax-reform/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:40+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senate-to-consider-bipartisan-banking-reform-bill/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:41+00:00</lastmod>
	</url>
	<url>
		<loc>https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/remarks/senator-cochran-leaving-senate-after-long-distinguished-career/</loc>
		<lastmod>2026-07-22T13:59:41+00:00</lastmod>
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