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U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell

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U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell

@SenMcConnell

U.S. Senator for Kentucky. Longest-serving Senate party leader in American history. Chair of @SenateRules & Defense Appropriations. Member of @SenateAgGOP

Washington, DC

Joined March 2013

U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell
@SenMcConnell
Jun 12
I was encouraged by the President’s nomination of Jay Clayton to be the Director of National Intelligence. Mr. Clayton is known to the Senate, and his distinguished prior service, overseeing sensitive financial investigations as SEC Chair and leading consequential national
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U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell
@SenMcConnell
Jun 5
Democrats’ reckless blockade of border security and law enforcement is finally behind us. If there’s a lesson to take from their months of madness, it’s the importance of regular-order, full-year funding bills. And that’s where I’ll continue to put my full attention.
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U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell
@SenMcConnell
Jun 4
I’m grateful for President Trump’s announcement today that provides significant federal funding for the coal industry in Kentucky. The President’s continued support of coal is a welcome contrast from the Obama-Biden years, when the federal government actively undermined the
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U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell
@SenMcConnell
May 29
It was great to be at Chad Meredith’s investiture today in Lexington, Kentucky, as he officially takes his seat on the federal bench. I’m confident in Chad’s future, and I’m excited for all his coming success as a federal judge.
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U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell
@SenMcConnell
May 27
Families across Kentucky have suffered from the opioid and substance abuse epidemic for far too long. After years of heartbreaking loss, there is finally a glimmer of hope: overdose deaths in Kentucky declined by nearly 23% last year. This progress is encouraging, but our work is
Kentucky overdose deaths fall to lowest level in years, new report shows
From spectrumnews1.com
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U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell
@SenMcConnell
May 25
On Memorial Day, we remember those who put their lives on the line in defense of American freedom. My father was a foot soldier who fought during World War II on the Eastern front. His bravery, and the bravery and determination of his fellow soldiers helped us achieve victory
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U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell
@SenMcConnell
May 12
This week, I’m honored to join communities throughout the U.S. in celebrating National Police Week. Every day, law enforcement officers across the country answer the call to serve and defend our communities. I’m proud to continue my work in the Senate supporting these devoted
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U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell
@SenMcConnell
May 8
It was great to attend the groundbreaking of the Brent Spence Bridge today. I was proud to champion this project in the Senate, and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law that provided billions in federal funding for Kentucky’s infrastructure. Many thanks to all those involved with
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U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell
@SenMcConnell
May 4
I’m proud to cosponsor @SenJoniErnst’s resolution recognizing this week as National Small Business Week. Kentucky is home to 393,860 small businesses that employ more than 710,000 people and make up the backbone of the Commonwealth’s economy. I’m glad to honor so many hardworking
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U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell
@SenMcConnell
Apr 30
With the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby this Saturday, the President’s decision to roll back tariffs on bourbon and whiskey is timely and welcome news. 95% of the world’s bourbon is produced in the Commonwealth and the industry employs more than 23,000 hardworking
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U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell
@SenMcConnell
Apr 29
Three months ago, Congress passed more aid for Ukraine, and @POTUS signed it into law. It’s not charity – it is an investment in a partnership with the world’s leaders in drone technology. Who is withholding appropriated funds from Ukraine? Are senior defense officials unwilling
Opinion | Why is the Pentagon holding up Ukraine funds?
From washingtonpost.com
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U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell
@SenMcConnell
Apr 29
I enjoyed visiting with my friends from @KyElectricCoops. I appreciate their advocacy efforts at the federal level, and I’m grateful for their work providing customers across the Commonwealth with reliable electricity.
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U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell
@SenMcConnell
Apr 29
Clearly, King Charles wants America to know our allies, who came to our aid after 9/11, still look to us for leadership. On the importance of NATO and handing Russia a defeat in Ukraine, his message is crystal clear.
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