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U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell delivered a powerful speech on the Senate floor ahead of Veterans Day, emphasizing the importance of honoring and supporting America's veterans. McConnell stated, "It's a reminder of our daily obligation to honor their service, uphold our promises to care for them when they come home, and do everything we can to equip those defending our nation today and tomorrow for success."

Drawing from personal experiences, McConnell shared letters his father sent during his service in Patton's Army in 1945. These letters highlighted the threats faced by the nation at that time, particularly the concern about Russia. McConnell connected this to the present day, stating, "Today, America faces threats every bit as grave... Russia, China, and Iran are working to end the world order that has prevailed for three generations under American leadership."

McConnell underscored the importance of recognizing that the Western order of peace and freedom was established through the sacrifices of American servicemembers and has been upheld by subsequent generations. He called for the United States to behave as the world-leading power it is and invest seriously in American strength.

The Senate Republican Leader specifically addressed the need to offer a clear strategy for victory against Russia and provide the necessary resources to Ukraine to achieve it. He warned of the consequences of abandoning support for Ukraine, stating, "We would risk yet another generation of American forces becoming veterans of war in Europe."

McConnell also stressed the importance of deterring Iran, the leading sponsor of terrorism and violence against American servicemembers. While he welcomed a recent strike on an Iranian facility in Syria, he emphasized that more action is needed to restore deterrence.

Additionally, McConnell called for increased efforts to equip allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific region to counter further aggression from communist China. He also highlighted the urgency of addressing the southern border crisis, which has required the assistance of U.S. servicemembers to maintain order.

In conclusion, McConnell emphasized that these tasks before the nation must be addressed promptly, as they will only become more challenging with time. He urged fellow lawmakers and the Biden Administration to prioritize and invest in American strength to effectively address the global threats faced by the United States and its allies.

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