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McConnell Discusses Senate Getting Back to Work, Previews Trade and Iran Legislation
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding an active Senate: "I took a trip up to Boston this weekend to address the Kennedy Institute. It was a unique experience. "I was there - in a full-scale representation of the Senate chamber - to discuss how the real Senate is beginning to get back to work. "I explained how committees are working again, so Senators can have more of a stake in the legislative process. "I expla… Continue Reading
05.07.15
Passage of Bipartisan Trade Bill Would Enhance U.S. Economic Leadership
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor today regarding the Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act: "On the topic of aggressive campaigns in pursuit of expansion and intimidation, there are several other countries that come to mind around the world. "China, for one. "China is determined to dominate its neighbors. "China wants to diminish American influence in the Pacific. "And China wants to substitu… Continue Reading
05.06.15
Bipartisan Trade Bill a Boon to American Farmers, Manufacturers, Small Business Owners
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding the Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act: "Once we do pass the Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act, the Senate will take up another measure designed to hold the Administration accountable: the Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act. "This bipartisan bill is about a lot more than just expanding Congress' oversight authority th… Continue Reading
04.29.15
McConnell Welcomes Japanese PM Abe, Calls for Senate Passage of Trade Promotion Bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor welcoming Prime Minister Shino Abe: "Later this morning, we'll welcome an important friend of the United States to the Capitol: Shinzo Abe, Japan's Prime Minister. "I'm looking forward to hearing what he has to say. I know many of my colleagues feel the same way. "Because Prime Minister Abe doesn't just lead one of the most important countries and economies in the Asia-Pacific region … Continue Reading
04.23.15
Trade Promotion Authority Enhances Congressional Role in Trade Agreements
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding Trade Promotion Authority legislation: "Last night, we saw the latest example of committees getting back to work in a new Congress that's back to work for the American people. "The Finance Committee passed an important bipartisan bill, Trade Promotion Authority, with broad support from both parties: 20 to 6. "The Chairman and Ranking Members of that Committee, Senators Hatch… Continue Reading
03.18.15
McConnell Urges Senate to Come Together Over Emerging Trade Legislation
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor today regarding bipartisan trade promotion legislation: "For all the issues that may divide Democrats and Republicans these days, there's one thing many of us can agree on: trade is good for America. "There's bipartisan agreement that trade is good for American wages, with export-related manufacturing jobs paying nearly 20 percent more than other jobs. "And there's bipartisan agreemen… Continue Reading
01.21.15
SOTU: A Missed Opportunity for Bipartisan, Constructive Engagement
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding the President's State of the Union last night: "Last night, the American people heard two very different addresses. "One was focused on the middle class, and how Washington can work together in a serious way for better jobs, higher wages, and more opportunity. It was a call for constructive cooperation. It was a call for new ideas. "I commend Senator Ernst for her thoughtful … Continue Reading
01.20.15
McConnell Comments on the President’s State Of The Union Address
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell delivered the following comments regarding President Obama's State of the Union Address: Click the image below to view the Senator's remarks. U.S. SENATE MAJORITY LEADER MITCH MCCONNELL: "The biggest problem is the President made a speech that made it look like he's going to run for office again. His time for running is over. His time for governing is here. And in order to accomplish things over the last two years of the Obama Admi… Continue Reading
01.20.15
President Should Work with Congress on Bipartisan Jobs and Reform Measures
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding the President's State of the Union tonight: "Tonight, we'll welcome President Obama to the Capitol. "We look forward to hearing what he has to say. "We're looking forward to Senator Ernst's address too. Joni Ernst understands the concerns of hardworking families in a way much of Washington hasn't. That's why the people of her state sent her here, to fight for them. She'll … Continue Reading
