Press Releases
Majority Leader McConnell’s Statement on Secretary Elaine L. Chao
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell released the following statement regarding President-elect Trump's intention to nominate Secretary Elaine L. Chao for Secretary of Transportation. "I am so proud of Elaine as she continues her accomplished career in public service. I am confident she will do an outstanding job for the nation in this new and important role." Background: The Senate will consider nominations in a thorough and timely manner as it does its part to ensur… Continue Reading
11.29.16
Majority Leader McConnell’s Statement on Dr. Tom Price
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell released the following statement regarding President-elect Trump's intention to nominate Dr. Tom Price (R-GA), Chairman of the House Budget Committee, for Secretary of Health and Human Services: "Dr. Tom Price will bring practical knowledge as a doctor and a legislator to an agency that needs it now more than ever. This will be especially important as Republicans once again deliver on our promise to repeal Obamacare and replace it w… Continue Reading
11.23.16
Majority Leader McConnell’s Statement on Betsy DeVos
LOUISVILLE, KY - Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) issued the following statement on President-elect Trump's intention to nominate Betsy DeVos as Secretary of Education: "I fully support President-elect Trump's intention to nominate Betsy DeVos as Education Secretary. Betsy has a proven track record of important work to improve the lives of children across the country. She is an outstanding choice to implement the recently passed bipartisan K-12 education reforms that were signe… Continue Reading
11.22.16
Thanksgiving 2016
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell delivered the following video message in celebration of the Thanksgiving holiday on November 24th: "President George Washington proclaimed the first national Thanksgiving holiday back in 1789. "This November, Americans will once again come together in celebration of this uniquely American tradition. "On Thanksgiving, we express our gratitude for the blessings we enjoy, the freedoms we cherish, and the loved ones who enrich our l… Continue Reading
11.18.16
Majority Leader McConnell’s Statement on Senator Jeff Sessions
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell released the following statement regarding President-elect Trump's intention to nominate Senator Jeff Sessions for United State Attorney General: "I strongly support the President-elect's intention to nominate Senator Jeff Sessions to be the next United States Attorney General. Jeff is principled, forthright, and hardworking. He cares deeply about his country and the Department he will be nominated to lead. As a senator, he has work… Continue Reading
11.10.16
Veterans Day 2016
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell delivered the following remarks in observance of Veterans Day, Friday, November 11th: The following is a transcript of the Majority Leader's message: "America's freedoms were earned by the sacrifices of our nation's Veterans. On this Veterans Day, we honor the brave men and women, past and present, who have so valiantly served in uniform. "I'm proud to represent the more than 330,000 Veterans who live in Kentucky. I have a simpl… Continue Reading
11.10.16
McConnell: ‘Change the Course for America’
WASHINGTON- U.S. Senator Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) spoke about Donald Trump's presidential victory, Republicans remaining in the majority in the Senate, and other issues at a press conference today. The following are excerpts from the press conference: ON PRESIDENT-ELECT TRUMP: "I want to particularly congratulate President-elect Trump. I think we can all agree this is a stunning election. And, clearly an indication, the American people would like to try something new and I kno… Continue Reading
08.19.16
McConnell Asks HHS to Focus on Zika, not Another Failed Obamacare Campaign
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In light of recent reports that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is considering spending additional funds for a public relations campaign to prop up the badly failing Obamacare exchanges, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell sent a letter to HHS Secretary Sylvia Burwell asking for those valuable resources to instead be used to combat the Zika virus in the United States. "Nearly every day brings another set of stories about the dysfunction of the Obamacare e… Continue Reading
07.31.16
McConnell Statement on Captain Khan
LOUISVILLE, KY - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following statement Sunday: "Captain Khan was an American hero, and like all Americans I'm grateful for the sacrifices that selfless young men like Capt. Khan and their families have made in the war on terror. All Americans should value the patriotic service of the patriots who volunteer to selflessly defend us in the armed services. And as I have long made clear, I agree with the Khans and families across the country th… Continue Reading
07.22.16
Leader McConnell Statement on Munich Shooting
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following statement following today's shooting in Munich, Germany. "As we continue to monitor and learn more about the situation in Munich, we send our prayers to the victims and all those affected by today's attack. This is a heartbreaking time for the people of Germany, but America stands with our ally in the face of this attack, just as we will stand with them in the coming days as they grieve and recover from these sens… Continue Reading
07.17.16
Statement on Tragedy in Baton Rouge
"Elaine and I send our hearts out to the law enforcement community, to those wounded today, and to the families of those we lost who now find themselves forced to pick up the pieces from this cowardly ambush. The men and women who serve us in law enforcement span every race, every creed, and every background. They are united by a common calling to protect the innocent and uphold justice, willingly putting their own lives on the line every day so that others may live free to fulfill their own God… Continue Reading
07.15.16
Leader McConnell Announces Puerto Rico Task Force Senate Appointees
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell announced today his Senate appointments to the newly created Congressional Task Force on Economic Growth in Puerto Rico. The Task Force was created as part of the Puerto Rico Oversight, Management and Economic Stability (PROMESA) Act recently signed into law after passing Congress with overwhelming bipartisan support. It will operate separately from the seven-member Financial Oversight and Management Board that President Obama will a… Continue Reading
07.14.16
America Stands With the People of France
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following statement Thursday regarding the tragic loss of life in Nice, France: "While we will soon learn more about the shocking events in Nice, what will not change is that America stands with the people of France this Bastille Day as they grieve for this tragic loss of life and we will stand with them in their response and recovery."… Continue Reading
07.13.16
Republican-Led Senate Sends Legislation Addressing Opioid Epidemic to the President’s Desk
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following statement today following Senate passage of the bipartisan Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) conference report: "This is a comprehensive legislative response to the prescription opioid and heroin epidemic devastating Kentucky and our nation. I'm happy to see it on its way to the president's desk to be signed into law. "By increasing prevention, treatment, recovery, and law enforcement tools, CAR… Continue Reading
07.08.16
McConnell Statement on the Tragedy in Dallas
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following statement today regarding last night's attack in Dallas and America's support for law enforcement and their families: "What we saw last night in Dallas was unconscionable. We as a country mourn for the five police officers senselessly murdered during a peaceful protest. We extend our hearts to the wounded, to the families and loved ones left behind, to the entire law enforcement community, and to a nation that… Continue Reading
07.08.16
Bipartisan Legislation to Combat Opioid Epidemic is Closer to Becoming Law
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following statement today following House passage of the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) legislation (conference report): "Far too many Americans know the toll the prescription opioid and heroin epidemic is taking on our families, our communities and in each of our states. In my home state, we've been hit particularly hard. In fact, just last month, the Kentucky Office of Drug Control Policy reported Kentu… Continue Reading
07.08.16
Leader McConnell Statement on Democrat Filibuster of Department of Defense Funding Bill
"It is inexcusable to see Senate Democrats filibustering the defense appropriations bill, jeopardizing both our combat readiness and our national security. "This defense appropriations measure, like every other Fiscal Year 2017 funding bill, respects the budget caps in place and was reported out of committee at the earliest point in more than a decade - despite all of Democrats efforts to dismantle the appropriations process. It also earned the support of every single Democrat in committee. As … Continue Reading
07.07.16
Senate Democrats Block Defense Bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following statement today on the Senate Democrats' filibuster of the Defense Appropriations bill: "It is inexcusable to see Senate Democrats filibustering the defense appropriations bill, jeopardizing both our combat readiness and our national security. "This defense appropriations measure, like every other Fiscal Year 2017 funding bill, respects the budget caps in place and was reported out of committee at the earliest … Continue Reading
06.23.16
McConnell Statement on SCOTUS Immigration Ruling
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following statement today after the U.S. Supreme Court let stand the lower court's decision in United States v. Texas, preventing the implementation of the president's unlawful executive overreach on immigration: "Today's ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court will prevent the Obama Administration from moving forward with its unlawful executive action on immigration. The President took action he'd previously said, many times, t… Continue Reading
06.12.16
Senator McConnell on Passing of Senator George Voinovich
WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell released the following comments regarding the passing of Senator George Voinovich: "Senator Voinovich was a man of integrity and deep commitment to his faith, his family, and those he served in public office. From the mayor's office to the governor's mansion to the United States Senate, George had a singular political career but never forgot who sent him there. Janet was his best friend and closest confidant and we know how difficult… Continue Reading
