Remarks
Democrats Throw Money At Border Crisis, While Republicans Focus On Policy Solutions
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding the southern border crisis: “As I mentioned last week, illegal crossings at our southern border are setting all-time records. “In just three years under the Biden Administration, CBP has recorded six million border encounters. Six million. “And yet, in the face of these astounding statistics, the Secretary of Homeland Security continues to say that, ‘our … Continue Reading
10.31.23
McConnell: College Radicals Entitled To Opinions, Not Donors
“I spoke recently about alarming reactions to the October 7th attacks coming from America’s top universities. “We’ve seen student radicals spew outright hate, and campus leaders respond with agonizing, equivocating statements. “But it appears that neither thickheaded young activists nor mealy-mouthed administrators can hold a candle to university faculties when it comes to moral obtuseness. So here are a few examples. “After a student group at Columbia University published a letter describing… Continue Reading
10.31.23
Congress Has Opportunity To Address Growing Nat’l Security Threats At Home And Abroad
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding President Biden’s supplemental: “The brutal terrorist attacks of October 7th poured gasoline on the flames of anti-Semitic hatred around the world. “Take the alarming reports this weekend out of Russia, a country with a long, troubled history of anti-Semitism. After weeks of pro-Hamas propaganda spewed from the Kremlin, an angry mob overran a provincial ai… Continue Reading
10.30.23
ICYMI: McConnell Welcomes Ukrainian Amb. Markarova To University of Louisville
Louisville, KY - U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following introduction today at the University of Louisville for the Ukrainian Ambassador to the United States; Oksana Markarova. The following are the Senator’s remarks prepared for delivery: “Today’s distinguished guest joins us at an especially critical moment in the history of our two countries. “Since last February, the people of Ukraine have mounted an inspiring resistance to Vladimir Putin’s brutal escal… Continue Reading
10.26.23
Terrorist Threats Demand American Leadership, Not Naïveté
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding terrorist threats: “Mr. President, every day brings new harrowing details of the terrorist attacks of October 7th. And we continue to learn more about the role Iran plays in aiding and abetting terror. “Just yesterday, new reports indicated that hundreds of terrorists from Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad traveled to Iran last month for specialized comb… Continue Reading
10.26.23
McConnell On Lewiston Shooting
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding last night’s shooting in Lewiston, ME: “I was devastated to hear the news last night of a deadly shooting in Lewiston, Maine. I know the entire Senate stands behind our colleagues, Senator Collins and Senator King, as they help their state marshal its response. “We pray especially for the victims of this senseless violence, for their families, and for the … Continue Reading
10.25.23
McConnell: ‘Terror And Self-Defense Are Not The Same Thing’
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding anti-Semitism and the war on Israel: “It’s been eighteen days since the brutal terrorist attacks of October 7th. “Eighteen days since savages confronted the world with the depths of human depravity… “Since one of the oldest forms of hatred in human history reared its ugly head… “Since radical Islamic terrorists reminded us they pose a persistent threat t… Continue Reading
10.25.23
Senate Taking Important Step Toward Full-Year Appropriations
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding appropriations: “Government funding is set to run out in 23 days. “We have a responsibility to keep the lights on and avoid the disastrous effects of a shutdown. We also need to make serious headway toward the full-year funding process that the nation actually deserves. “This week, thanks to a lot of hard work from Senator Collins, Senator Murray, and our… Continue Reading
10.24.23
Admin. Response To Border Crisis Failing To ‘Historic And Catastrophic Degree’
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding the southern border crisis: “Over the weekend, the southern border crisis set a sobering new record. In the past year, CBP conducted more border apprehensions than in any year on record. “Officials reported more than 2.4 million apprehensions since last October. And this number doesn’t even count the illegal entries that actually evaded authorities. “Most… Continue Reading
10.24.23
McConnell Urges Support For Israel, Cautions Against Terrorist Claims
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding Israel: “In the coming days and weeks, the Senate will work urgently to address several major, related threats to the American people, our allies, and our interests at home and abroad. “After Russia’s escalation against Ukraine last year, the savage Iran-backed terrorist attacks on Israel once again reminded the civilized world of the persistent evil that … Continue Reading
10.19.23
McConnell Honors Retiring Senate Historian Betty Koed
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding Betty Koed: “I’d like to take a minute to thank an all-star member of the Senate community as she departs on a well-deserved retirement. “For the past 25 years, recording, preserving, and sharing the stories of the U.S. Senate has been Betty Koed’s top responsibility. As Senate Historian, Betty has immersed herself more than pretty much anyone in the lore … Continue Reading
10.19.23
The United States Can’t Afford To Take A ‘Holiday From History’
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding support for our allies: “There is evil in the world. And for the better part of the last century, America and our allies were squarely in its crosshairs. Unfortunately, we tend to forget that. “On September 12, 2001, George Will coined the phrase, saying that the free world’s ‘holiday from history’ was over. When Russia escalated its lawless invasion of Uk… Continue Reading
10.18.23
McConnell to Corporate Media, Academia: No Time For False Moral Equivalence
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding support for Israel: “The barbaric terrorist attacks of October 7th have elicited two distinct sorts of reactions in the West. “Most reasonable people have responded to the slaughter of innocent Israelis with utter horror, fervent prayer, and strong support for Israel’s right to defend itself. “The overwhelming majority of Americans think the United States… Continue Reading
10.18.23
McConnell Urges Senate To Shield Small Businesses From Biden Admin. Red Tape
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding regulatory overreach: “Today, the Senate will vote on a Republican resolution to chip away at yet another example of the Biden Administration’s runaway regulatory state using the Congressional Review Act. “The junior Senator from Louisiana, Senator Kennedy, has put forward a measure that would block a proposed rule at the Consumer Financial Protection Bure… Continue Reading
10.17.23
President Must Convey Support To Israel, Credible Deterrence To Iran
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding President Biden’s trip to Israel: “I was encouraged to hear that President Biden will visit Israel tomorrow. “As the Jewish State mourns the victims of the barbaric October 7th attacks, and as Israeli forces continue their work to root out the terrorists responsible, it is important for the President to represent Israel’s closest ally and bear witness to t… Continue Reading
10.17.23
McConnell: ‘Israel’s fight is the fight of the entire civilized world.’
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today to a gathering of American Jewish leaders regarding support for Israel: “Thank you very much. And thank you for coming to Washington. Like everyone here, I am deeply saddened by the circumstances surrounding this gathering. “I stand with the people of Israel, in their grief and their pain, as they face down existential evil. And I stand with you, and with Jewish communities around the … Continue Reading
10.17.23
Senate Must Make Headway on Full-Year Appropriations
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding government funding: “One month from now, Congress will face another deadline to avoid a lapse in federal government funding. Between now and then, the Senate needs to do our part to pass as many full-year appropriations bills as we possibly can. “First in line is the minibus legislation that would send critical resources toward supporting America’s farmers… Continue Reading
10.16.23
McConnell: America Must Reaffirm Commitment to Israel’s Security In Face Of Terrorist War
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding support for Israel: “Since the Senate last convened, terrorists have sent shockwaves through the civilized world with savage, cold-blooded violence. “On October 7, Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad desecrated Israeli soil and tore apart Israeli families with utterly medieval brutality. “Like ISIS, terrorists from Gaza turned peaceful homes and neighborh… Continue Reading
10.04.23
McConnell Honors Speaker Kevin McCarthy
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding Speaker Kevin McCarthy: “I’d like to begin today with a few words about my House counterpart, Speaker Kevin McCarthy. “Shepherding an institution like the House of Representatives - every bit as stubborn and diverse as the nation it represents - is a tall order. “Getting a slim majority pointed in the same direction at any one time can seem like nothing s… Continue Reading
10.04.23
Even Democrats Begin To Realize That Bidenomics Is Failing
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding the economy: “I spoke yesterday about the list of urgent and unfinished business Congress has to address in the coming weeks. We’ll start with resuming our work on full-year appropriations - to invest in critical infrastructure, take care of America’s farmers, and continue modernizing our military to contend with adversaries like China. “But we’ll also nee… Continue Reading
