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Mitch McConnell

Mitch McConnell

Mitch McConnell is an American Republican Party politician who has served as the senior US senator from Kentucky since 1985. He is the former Senate minority leader and previously acted as majority leader and majority whip. McConnell has stepped down from any Senate leadership roles.

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Claims from Mitch McConnell

Mitch McConnell"I don't think we'll get 60 votes in the Senate for any kind of national legislation [on a federal abortion ban]."Apr 28, 2024

Controversy:Will Elective Abortion Be Banned Nationally in the US?

Mitch McConnellFinland and Sweden would be "important additions" to NATO.May 15, 2022

Controversy:Will Finland Join NATO?

Mitch McConnell"We do have the possibility of screwing this up."May 08, 2023

Controversy:Who Will Control the US Senate After the 2024 Elections?