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Leader McConnell on the Shooting in Alexandria, VA
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) made the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding the shooting that occurred this morning in Alexandria, VA at a practice for a charity baseball game: "I know the entire Senate will join me in echoing the sentiments of the president this morning. We are deeply saddened. We are concerned for all those injured. We will keep them in our prayers, we will continue to send them every wish for a quick and full recove… Continue Reading
04.25.17
Days of Remembrance
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) made the following remarks today on the Senate floor prior to the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum's Days of Remembrance ceremony in the United States Capitol: "Many decades ago, historic tragedy befell a continent and unimaginable horror visited a people. Behind cold steel gates and within huddled boxcars, man's capacity for cruelty reached grim new frontiers. An inhuman campaign of extermination by an inhuman regime not o… Continue Reading
04.24.17
McConnell Remembers Kate O’Beirne
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) made the following remarks today on the Senate floor mourning the passing of Kate O'Beirne: Over the weekend we lost one of conservatism's most insightful journalists with the passing of Kate O'Beirne. Kate was long a leading voice for conservative principles, and she served as a mentor to so many along the way. In a town full of class presidents and big shots, Kate never hesitated to help someone who was new to Washingt… Continue Reading
02.09.17
Leader McConnell Recognizes Senator Hatch, Longest-Serving Republican Senator
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor recognizing Senator Orrin Hatch (R-UT) as the longest-serving Republican Senator in U.S. history: "If I might, I'd like to begin this morning by directing some remarks to the Chair. I'd like to recognize an important milestone of his. But let me start off this way: The President Pro Tempore is something of a legend in the Beehive State. "He's a published author. He's … Continue Reading
02.08.17
McConnell on Sessions: Fair in Action. Bound to the Constitution. A Defender of Civil Rights.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding the Senate's upcoming vote to confirm Senator Jeff Sessions as Attorney General: "I'd like to say a word about the nominee we're about to confirm. We've long known our colleague from Alabama as Senator Sessions - and, soon, Attorney General Sessions - but it wasn't always this way. There was a time when the distinguished Senator from Alabama was known simply… Continue Reading
12.08.16
Majority Leader McConnell on the Retirement of Harry Reid
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks today on the Senate floor on the retirement of his long-time colleague Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid of Nevada: "It seems that any speech about the Democratic Leader requires a mention of Searchlight, Nevada. "There's a reason why that is. "You can't begin to understand the man until you understand where it all began. "And here's where it began. "A tiny mining town at the southern tip of Nevada. O… Continue Reading
12.07.16
Majority Leader McConnell Pays Tribute to Vice President Biden
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks today on the Senate floor recognizing Vice President Joe Biden and his years of service in the U.S. Senate, as a Senator from Delaware and as the Vice President of the United States: "It's great to see the presiding officer back in the Senate. "It's good news for everyone when he's in that chair. "Good news for him, because the rest of us have to call him Mr. President. "Good news for the rest of us, be… Continue Reading
09.28.16
McConnell on the Passing of Shimon Peres
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor today mourning the passing of Shimon Peres, the ninth president of Israel: "We were saddened to learn last night that Shimon Peres, the ninth president of Israel, has passed away at the age of 93. "He leaves behind a remarkable legacy of service on behalf of the people of Israel - and a lengthy resume to match. "The Nobel Peace Prize, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the Congress… Continue Reading
06.13.16
McConnell Honors the Life of George Voinovich
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor today honoring the life of former Ohio U.S. Senator George Voinovich: "I'd like to say a few words about a colleague we lost this weekend. George Voinovich was the oldest of six children and, until his late teens, an aspiring doctor. Then he realized he 'didn't get along' with the sciences. So he joined the Boy Scouts. He got involved in student government. And he told his frien… Continue Reading
06.06.16
McConnell Honors The Greatest
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor today honoring the life and legacy of Muhammad Ali: "Over the weekend the world learned the sad news of the passing of Muhammad Ali. "Ali was one of the preeminent athletes of the 20th century. "His story was an American story. "It's one that touched people in every corner of the world. "It's one that began in my hometown of Louisville. "Louisville is where he grew up.… Continue Reading
05.16.16
McConnell Honors National Police Week
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor today honoring law-enforcement officers in Kentucky and across the country who keep our communities safe: "This week we commemorate National Police Week and pay tribute to the local, state, and federal law-enforcement officers who keep our country and our communities safe. We're grateful for their service and their sacrifice. We benefit from their pledge to serve, protect, and defend… Continue Reading
04.13.16
Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony Honoring the 65th Infantry Regiment
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Leaders of the U.S. House and Senate held a Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony today honoring the 65th Infantry Regiment, the Borinqueneers. The following are U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell's remarks delivered during the ceremony, which took place in Emancipation Hall, in the U.S. Capitol: "Christmas Eve is a special time for many of us. It's an evening filled with love and anticipation, confections and devotion. That's true whether you're in Louisville or Las Vega… Continue Reading
04.07.16
McConnell Pays Tribute to American Couple Killed in Terrorist Attack
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor today regarding the deaths of Stephanie and Justin Shults during the terrorist attacks in Brussels: "I was deeply saddened by the death of Lexington, Kentucky native Stephanie Moore Shults, 29, who, along with her husband Justin Shults, 30, was killed in the terrorist attacks in Brussels last month. Funeral services for the young couple will be held in Lexington tomorrow. "Stephanie Shul… Continue Reading
04.04.16
McConnell Honors Capitol Police, Welcomes New Chief
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor today regarding the daily sacrifice of the United States Capitol Police: "I want to remember the daily sacrifice of our Capitol Police in light of the incident last Monday. Incidents like these remind us of the sacrifices officers make on our behalf each and every day. "These brave men and women protect all who work here. They protect countless visitors from across our nation and across… Continue Reading
03.07.16
Honoring the Life of First Lady Nancy Reagan
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor today honoring former First Lady, Nancy Davis Reagan: "Nancy Reagan was one of the most powerful First Ladies in recent memory. "Sometimes she spoke out - for instance, on issues like substance abuse - but more often Nancy wielded her power with calm confidence and quiet steel. It was an attitude that helped guide Nancy through so many challenges in her own life. "Getting an acting ca… Continue Reading
02.24.16
Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony Honoring the Selma Foot Soldiers
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Leaders of the U.S. House and Senate held a Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony today honoring the Selma Foot Soldiers of the 1965 Voting Rights Marches. The following are U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell's remarks delivered during the ceremony, which took place in Emancipation Hall, in the U.S. Capitol: "From time to time we come together in retrospect, on the historic grounds of the Capitol, to show continuing gratitude to individuals whose actions helped shape our… Continue Reading
02.22.16
McConnell Delivers Tribute Honoring the Life of Justice Scalia
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell delivered remarks on the Senate floor today honoring United States Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia: "I'd like to say a few words about a towering figure of the Supreme Court who will be missed by many. "Antonin Scalia was one of a kind. "In the evenings he loved nothing more than a night at the opera house. During the day he often starred in an opus of his own. "For most watchers of the court, even many of Scalia's most ardent … Continue Reading
02.04.16
McConnell Honors the Life of Marlow Cook
From 1968 to 1970, Mitch McConnell was the chief legislative assistant to Senator Cook in Washington, D.C. WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell delivered remarks on the Senate floor today honoring the life of former Kentucky U.S. Senator Marlow Cook upon his passing Thursday, February 04, 2016. Prepared remarks follow: "It is with sincere regret that I rise to mark the passing of Kentucky's former Senator, Marlow W. Cook. "Senator Cook served in this chamber for only … Continue Reading
02.04.16
McConnell Congratulates the USO on 75th Anniversary
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor today commemorating the 75th anniversary of the USO: "When Americans hear 'USO,' they often think of Bob Hope. There's no question that he helped lift the spirits of countless men and women in uniform. But the USO impacts military personnel in a number of other important ways too - something it's been doing for decades. "75 years in fact, to the day. "I think every colleague will join… Continue Reading
11.10.15
Veterans Day
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor today regarding Veterans Day: "Like many of my colleagues, I plan to commemorate Veteran's Day with the people I'm honored to represent here in the Senate. I'll join Kentuckians at a ceremony in Shelbyville's Veteran's Memorial Park. "Hands will be put to heart as the Star Spangled Banner is played. Heads will bow in reverence as 106 names are read aloud. "Each, a Kentuckian who made t… Continue Reading
