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McConnell: Senate Will Not Allow Vital Security Authorities To Go Dark
U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell emphasized the importance of maintaining vital security authorities during a recent address on the Senate floor. McConnell highlighted the imminent expiration of a key authority that law enforcement and intelligence professionals rely on to monitor and mitigate serious threats.McConnell pointed out the significance of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), stating, “This authority should not be controversial. And it should not be conflated with well-known FBI abuses of FISA’s Title One.” He stressed...
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Leader McConnell Statement on Iran Attack on Israel
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) has issued a strong statement in response to the recent strikes by Iran on Israel. McConnell emphasized the importance of the United States standing with Israel during this challenging time.McConnell stated, “In the face of Iran’s significant military strikes on Israel, the United States must stand with our ally as Israel’s national unity government takes necessary measures to defend its people and its sovereignty.”He further called on President Biden to take action, saying, “President Biden must...
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McConnell Remarks On Resolutions To Cut Red Tape For Small Businesses, Consumers
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) addressed the Senate floor today, emphasizing the importance of Congressional Review Act resolutions aimed at reducing regulatory burdens on small businesses and consumers.McConnell highlighted the efforts of Senators Capito and Cramer in pushing back against a Federal Highway Administration mandate, stating, “I’ve spoken before about the effort led by our colleagues, Senator Capito and Senator Cramer, to block a coercive, one-size-fits-all mandate from the Federal Highway Administration..."...
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McConnell Remarks On 75th Anniversary Of NATO, Responsibilities of American Leadership
U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) addressed the Senate floor, emphasizing the significance of NATO's 75th anniversary and the responsibilities of American leadership in maintaining global security. McConnell highlighted NATO's evolution over the years, stating, “Last week, the strongest and most successful military alliance in the history of the world marked an impressive milestone. Seventy-five years ago, at the dawn of the Cold War, with decades of superpower competition on the horizon, the founding members of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization...
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McConnell: Support For Allies Is In America’s Interests
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) emphasized the importance of supporting allies for America's interests during his recent address on the Senate floor regarding Israel.McConnell highlighted the challenges faced by America and its friends in a dangerous world, stating, "While the Senate was away from Washington, we received some sobering reminders about the challenges facing America and our friends in a dangerous world. And about how to meet them."Addressing the situation in Gaza, McConnell condemned the violence perpetrated by Hamas...
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Democrats Would Rather Weave Conspiracies Than Talk About Their Own Radical Judicial Nominee
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) criticized Democrats' handling of the nomination of Adeel Mangi to the Third Circuit Court of Appeals in a recent address on the Senate floor. McConnell highlighted concerns about Mangi's associations and the attempts by Democrats to downplay them.McConnell pointed out that despite opposition from nineteen law enforcement groups due to Mangi's ties to radical organizations, some Democrats have resorted to creating conspiracy theories instead of addressing the legitimate concerns. He mocked the notion...
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McConnell On Strength Of U.S.-Japan Alliance
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) emphasized the importance of the U.S.-Japan alliance during his recent remarks on the Senate floor. McConnell highlighted the significance of investing in defense capabilities and industrial capacity to ensure national security, stating, "America’s national security depends on sustained investment in both cutting-edge capabilities and expanded defense industrial capacity."McConnell reiterated the need for steps like full-year defense appropriations and national security supplements, emphasizing the...
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It’s Time To Put Taliban on Notice and Bring Ryan Corbett Home
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) addressed the Senate floor today, expressing concerns about an American citizen, Ryan Corbett, who is currently detained by the Taliban in Afghanistan. McConnell highlighted the impact of America's withdrawal from Afghanistan and the consequences it has brought upon American families. He shared the story of Ryan Corbett, an individual detained by the Taliban, emphasizing the hardships faced by Ryan and his family.McConnell stated, "For over a decade prior to the fall of Kabul, Ryan and his family...
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McConnell and Schumer Introduce Resolution Calling for Release of Ryan Corbett
U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell and U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer have introduced a Senate Resolution urging the Taliban to release American citizen Ryan Corbett, who has been detained in Afghanistan without charge for nearly two years.McConnell stated, "Our resolution reaffirms America’s commitment to freeing Ryan and raises the international stakes of the Taliban’s wrongful imprisonment of American citizens." He also emphasized the urgency of the situation, saying, "As long as Ryan sits in captivity, I will continue to call on the Biden...
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McConnell on TikTok: Take Tool Of PRC Coercion, Espionage Off The Table
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) addressed the Senate floor today, expressing concerns about TikTok's connection to the People's Republic of China. McConnell emphasized the impact of America's adversaries on the nation's security, stating, “America’s adversaries are working overtime to undermine our interests and erode the alliances that protect them.”McConnell highlighted the widespread use of TikTok in the United States, pointing out that "one hundred seventy million Americans are active users of a social media platform that the...
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Joint Statement On One Year Anniversary Of Evan Gershkovich’s Captivity
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Speaker Johnson, Leader Schumer, Leader McConnell, and Leader Jeffries released a joint statement on the one-year anniversary of Evan Gershkovich's captivity, condemning the actions of the Russian government. They expressed their concern for Evan Gershkovich, an American citizen and reporter for The Wall Street Journal, who has been wrongfully detained.The statement highlighted the unjust imprisonment of Gershkovich, stating, "Evan Gershkovich, an American citizen and reporter for The Wall Street Journal, has now spent a year wrongfully detained by...
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McConnell Secures Resources to Benefit Kentucky in Government Funding Legislation
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) has successfully advocated for significant resources to support critical institutions and programs in Kentucky through the passage of the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024.Senator McConnell, as a key member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, played a pivotal role in ensuring that Kentucky's priorities were addressed in this year's government funding process. The legislation, which has been signed into law by the President, completes the annual appropriations process for various key...
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McConnell Secures Critical Resources for Kentucky Priorities in Defense Bill
U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell has successfully secured significant resources for Kentucky in the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024, specifically focused on programs critical to national defense. McConnell emphasized the importance of these provisions for Kentucky, stating, "The Senate’s defense legislation is an important step toward rebuilding our defense industrial base and deepens Kentucky’s important role in our national security."Among the key provisions secured by Senator McConnell are funds allocated for various defense projects in...
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In The Case Of Adeel Mangi’s Record, Senate Democrats Plead Ignorance
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) addressed the Senate floor today, expressing concerns about the nomination of Adeel Mangi to the Third Circuit Court of Appeals in New Jersey. McConnell highlighted Mangi's controversial record and affiliations, stating, "his radical associations are truly staggering."McConnell pointed out the lack of attention from Democratic colleagues towards Mangi's legal background, stating, "Yesterday one of my esteemed Democratic colleagues objected that we’re unfairly ignoring Mr. Mangi’s record as a lawyer....
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Senate To Take Necessary Step Toward Rebuilding American Hard Power
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell emphasized the critical importance of government funding, particularly in the realm of national defense. McConnell stated, “The task before Congress this week – completing annual appropriations – is important work every year. In fact, it’s among our most basic, fundamental responsibilities."McConnell highlighted the current unprecedented challenges facing the United States in terms of national security, stating, “For the first time since the Cold War, America faces an era defined by great power competition."...
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McConnell Announces Federal Funding for Morehead-Rowan County Clyde A. Thomas Regional Airport
U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell has announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will award $144,000 in federal funding to the Morehead-Rowan County Clyde A. Thomas Regional Airport. The funding will be used for the construction of a portion of the new general aviation apron at the airport, according to the FAA. The grant was made possible through the Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG) program, which was established in the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA).In response to the announcement, Senator McConnell stated, “Today’s...
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McConnell On Democrat Attempts To Strong-arm Israel
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) addressed the Senate floor today, expressing his concerns about the involvement of some American Democrats in Israeli domestic politics and the ongoing conflict in the region.McConnell highlighted the unity among Israelis in supporting military operations against Hamas, stating, "More than five months after the butchery of October 7th, Israelis are overwhelmingly united behind their government’s unity war cabinet in support of ongoing military operations against Hamas."He criticized some Democrats...
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McConnell Calls for Ending Nationwide Injunctions to Restore Trust in Judiciary
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) addressed the Senate floor, emphasizing the need to restore trust in the judiciary by ending nationwide injunctions. McConnell criticized the Democratic Leader's stance on restricting rural Americans' access to justice, stating, "Here on the floor yesterday, the Democratic Leader defended his efforts to restrict rural Americans’ access to justice. And he laid plain some rather partisan goals."McConnell highlighted the importance of addressing the issue of nationwide injunctions, proposing a solution...
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Biden Admin. Climate Agenda: More Rolling Blackouts, Greater Dependence on China
U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) criticized the Biden Administration's climate policy on the Senate floor, highlighting concerns about the impact on American families and the economy.McConnell expressed his disapproval of the EPA's regulations, stating, "This latest rule would use strict emissions requirements on auto manufacturers to effectively ban gas-powered vehicles." He further criticized the administration's energy agenda, accusing them of prioritizing climate activists over American workers.The Senate Republican Leader commended House...
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Congress’ Next Moves Will Shape America’s Global Influence
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) emphasized the critical role Congress plays in shaping America's global influence, particularly in the context of the ongoing conflict involving Russia and Ukraine. McConnell highlighted the implications of recent events in Russia, stating, “Russia is playing for keeps. It’s set on subjugating a sovereign democracy – whole-hog.”McConnell pointed out the significance of Russia's intentions, as articulated by its leaders, and the need for a firm response from the West. He underscored the importance of...