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U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) has issued a statement in response to the passage of supplemental national security legislation. McConnell expressed the Senate's commitment to America's national security and emphasized that they will not neglect their responsibilities.

In his statement, McConnell criticized the previous policy of hesitation, short-sightedness, and self-deterrence, which he believed had led the world to question America's resolve in the face of growing threats. He stated, "For three years, a policy of hesitation, short-sightedness, and self-deterrence led the world to wonder whether the United States still has the resolve to face growing, coordinated threats."

McConnell acknowledged that America's adversaries wanted the country to believe that reinforcing allies and partners was not in its interest and that investing in strategic competition was not worth it. They wanted to undermine America's credibility. However, McConnell highlighted that the Senate had responded by reaffirming its commitment to rebuild and modernize the military, restore credibility, and provide the current and future Commander-in-Chiefs with more tools to secure America's interests.

The Senate's actions were driven by the understanding that history would judge them based on their commitment to American leadership and strength. McConnell affirmed, "History settles every account. And today, on the value of American leadership and strength, history will record that the Senate did not blink."

The passage of the national security supplemental legislation reflects the Senate's determination to strengthen America's national security apparatus and demonstrate its unwavering resolve to address the challenges posed by its adversaries.