WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) expressed concerns about the Biden Administration's recent move towards prescription drug socialism. McConnell spoke on the Senate floor, highlighting the potential consequences of the administration's actions.McConnell discussed the concept of "march-in rights," stating that the administration is claiming the authority to determine price ranges for drugs funded through public-private partnerships. He criticized the idea that unelected regulators would have the power to seize a company's intellectual...
In a recent address on the Senate floor, U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell highlighted the importance of recognizing and addressing national security priorities. McConnell began by acknowledging the visit of Ukraine's President Zelensky to the Capitol, praising the resilience and determination of the Ukrainian people in the face of Russian aggression.McConnell emphasized the critical role that America's commitment and support have played in fueling Ukraine's resistance and awakening European allies to the urgency of collective defense. He stated, "Now, our...
In Carlisle County district, there were more white students than any other ethnic group in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Kentucky Department of Education.
U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell has announced that the Department of Transportation (DOT) will provide Louisville Metro Government with $7,500,000 in federal funding for road improvements in downtown Louisville. This funding will be used to convert several important arteries from one-way to two-way streets, enhancing access to businesses and residences and improving traffic flow and safety.The federal funding is made possible through the DOT's Safe Streets and Roads Program, which was established in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA)....
U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell has announced that the Department of Transportation (DOT) will provide Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government with nearly $22 million in federal funding. This funding will be used to reconstruct a critical roadway in Lexington, Kentucky, specifically New Circle Road, which has been identified as the highest fatal and serious injury corridor in the city's safety action plan.The project will consist of three parts and aims to improve both motorist and pedestrian safety while reducing traffic fatalities. The funds will be...
Of the 7,814 citizens living in Ballard County in 2021, 97.1% said they were only one race, while 2.9% said they were two or more races, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained in June.
U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) emphasized the importance of addressing national security priorities in a recent speech on the Senate floor. McConnell highlighted the need to focus on both domestic and international concerns.McConnell began by addressing the recent attempt by the Democratic Leader to separate border security from national security. He stated, "Yesterday, every single Senate Republican rejected the Democratic Leader's attempt to separate border security from national security. As we've said for weeks, that was a futile effort that was...
U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell criticized President Biden's economic policies, known as Bidenomics, during a speech on the Senate floor. McConnell pointed out that the Democrats' excessive spending has led to a significant increase in inflation, which is negatively impacting working Americans. He shared examples from his home state of Kentucky, where small business owners are struggling to keep up with rising costs.McConnell quoted a shop owner in Lexington who said, "I make food and chocolates and all the ingredients have gone up. I've been battling with...
U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) expressed his concerns about the resolution calling for the withdrawal of American military forces from Syria in a speech on the Senate floor. McConnell stated that passing such a resolution would be advantageous to Iran and its terrorist network, as it is exactly what they desire. He emphasized that adopting this measure would damage America's credibility in the region and encourage Iran's proxies to open a northern front against Israel. Furthermore, he argued that it would invite America's adversaries to challenge the...
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell has expressed his admiration and appreciation for Speaker Kevin McCarthy, who recently announced his departure from Congress after 17 years of service. McConnell commended McCarthy's leadership, his commitment to the American Dream, and his tireless efforts to address the nation's challenges.In a statement released today, McConnell highlighted McCarthy's journey from a small business owner to becoming the 55th Speaker of the House. He emphasized McCarthy's humble beginnings as the grandson of immigrants and...
U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell criticized the Biden Administration's climate agenda, stating that it was negatively impacting Kentucky. McConnell expressed his concern about the rising costs of heating bills and rolling blackouts during the holiday season under President Biden. He specifically highlighted the recent statement by John Kerry, the Biden Administration's climate czar, who called for a global ban on coal plants. McConnell argued that such a ban would make energy even less reliable and affordable in the United States.McConnell pointed out that...
U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) emphasized the urgency of addressing national security priorities in his remarks on the Senate floor. McConnell highlighted four key challenges that need immediate attention: Putin's aggression in Europe, the ongoing terror campaign against Israel and U.S. forces in the Middle East, China's escalating aggression towards Taiwan and other peaceful nations in the Indo-Pacific, and the continuing crisis at the southern border under the Biden Administration.McConnell stressed that border security has been a longstanding...
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) and U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) have called on the Biden Administration to take immediate action in order to safeguard millions of American jobs that rely on bourbon and spirits producers. The European Union (EU) plans to impose a 50% tariff on American whiskey imports starting January 1, 2024, and there could be significant tariff increases on American wine and other distilled spirits imports by 2026.The retaliatory tariffs imposed by the EU have already caused significant financial losses for...
U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) addressed the issue of anti-Semitism on the Senate floor, highlighting the alarming surge in anti-Semitic hate that has been witnessed globally in the past 59 days. McConnell emphasized that even the United States has not been exempt from this rising tide of hate.McConnell brought attention to a recent incident where an angry mob targeted a Philadelphia restaurant co-owned by an Israeli-born Jew. The protesters demanded a boycott of the establishment and shockingly accused the business and its proprietors of genocide....
The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Livingston County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 2 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.