Addison Mitchell McConnell Jr. is an American politician serving as Kentucky's senior United States senator and as Senate Majority Leader. McConnell is the second Kentuckian to lead his party in the Senate, the longest-serving U.S. senator for Kentucky in history, and the longest-serving leader of U.S. Senate Republicans in history.
U.S. Republican lawmakers are wary over Democratic plans to create another large spending bill. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Congress needs a bill related to the recovery of the outbreak.But Senate..
President Donald Trump was criticized for his lack of preparation against the coronavirus outbreak. According to Business Insider, Republican allies said the president was distracted by impeachment...
The U.S. Senate unanimously passed a $2 trillion stimulus bill on Wednesday aimed at helping unemployed workers and industries hurt by the coronavirus pandemic. Gloria Tso reports.
U.S. senators were set to vote on a $2 trillion bipartisan package of legislation to alleviate the devastating economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic, although critics from the right and left..
U.S. senators were set to vote Wednesday on a $2 trillion bipartisan package of legislation to alleviate the devastating economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic, hoping it will become law quickly...
The White House and Senate leaders of both parties have struck an agreement on a sweeping two trillion US dollar measure to aid workers, businesses and a healthcare system strained by the rapidly..
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After days of tense partisan discussions, U.S.senators have reached an agreement on a massive $2 trillion coronavirus relief package. Gloria Tso reports.
Senior Democrats and Republicans in the divided U.S. Congress said on Tuesday they were close to a deal on a $2 trillion stimulus package to limit the coronavirus pandemic's economic toll. Lisa..
A far-reaching coronavirus economic stimulus package failed to advance in the U.S. Senate on Monday as Democrats said it contained too little money for states and hospitals and not enough restrictions..
U.S. Senate Democrats blocked a massive coronavirus stimulus bill from advancing on Sunday (March 22), as Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer expressed concerns that the bill would benefit corporate..
Eighty-four million people are under orders to close up shop and stay at home on Saturday, as lawmakers in Washington neared a deal that could pump a record $1 trillion into the economy to limit the..
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer called the Republicans' $1 trillion opening bid on an economic rescue plan "inadequate," saying it didn't do enough to address the public health crisis caused by..
U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell introduced more emergency coronavirus relief legislation on Thursday (March 19), the third package Congress has taken up since the outbreak erupted in the..
On Wednesday (March 18) President Donald Trump signed into law a roughly $105 billion aid package to limit the damage from the coronavirus pandemic through free testing, paid sick leave and expanded..
The U.S. Senate overwhelmingly passed legislation on Wednesday providing billions of dollars to limit the damage from the coronavirus pandemic through free testing, paid sick leave and expanded..
U.S Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said on Tuesday that many Republicans see 'shortcomings' in the House-passed coronavirus aid plan, but he urged his Republican colleagues to 'gag and vote for..
Joe Biden's presidential campaign has requested protection from the Secret Service. This news is being passed out by a congressional official familiar with the discussions. For a candidate to get..
U.S. President Donald Trump said he would unveil a plan on Tuesday to help the American economy, which has suffered from market fears due to surging coronavirus cases. Gloria Tso reports.
U.S. Democratic Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer on Thursday said he wished he'd chosen different words after Republicans accused him of having threatened two Supreme Court justices at an abortion..
U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is a controversial leader from Kentucky. This passed Monday, he brought news that may unify everyone in America towards a common goal. He said he wants the..
The U.S. Senate will move to pass a massive coronavirus bill on Wednesday aimed at providing economic relief for individuals and companies amid the ongoing outbreak, U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch.. Reuters - Published
Sens. Mitch McConnell and Chuck Schumer announced the deal early Wednesday. "We're going to pass this legislation later today," McConnell said.
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U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, frustrated over the deadlock on a major coronavirus response bill, late on Sunday announced a procedural vote will be held early on Monday on a bill that.. Reuters - Published
Democratic leaders Nancy Pelosi and Chuck Schumer said Republican Mitch McConnell's proposal 'puts corporations way ahead of workers'
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U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell introduced emergency legislation on Thursday to stem the economic fallout from the coronavirus pandemic, and Republicans and Democrats agreed to meet on.. Reuters - Published
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell laid out the outlines of a major assistance package for families and businesses hurt by the coronavirus.
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U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell introduced emergency legislation to stem the economic fallout of the coronavirus pandemic on Thursday, and Republicans and Democrats agreed to meet Friday to.. Reuters - Published
U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell on Thursday introduced a massive new legislative package to combat the effects of the coronavirus outbreak, saying Republicans would soon begin negotiations.. Reuters - Published
U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said on Thursday that he and his fellow Republicans were finalizing details on a sweeping economic stimulus bill to deal with fallout from a growing.. Reuters - Published
U.S Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said on Tuesday "we're not leaving town" until senators have passed another coronavirus aid bill. Reuters - Published
U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell on Tuesday promised bold relief for Americans during the coronavirus crisis and said the Senate would not adjourn until a larger coronavirus response.. Reuters - Published
The bill would only be the "beginning," McConnell said on the Senate floor, as lawmakers begin deliberations on another, even larger package.
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The Senate majority leader has encouraged judges thinking about stepping down to do so soon to ensure that Republicans confirm their replacements this year. NYTimes.com - Published
The U.S. Senate will delay its recess and will work next week on a coronavirus relief bill, Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said on Thursday. Reuters - Published
Republican U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said on Thursday he was confident the Senate would approve legislation renewing government surveillance tools, and appealed to lawmakers not to.. Reuters - Published
U.S. Senate Republicans on Tuesday said they hoped the Trump administration could reach a deal with House Democrats for an economic package amid the coronavirus outbreak, including a possible $300.. Reuters - Published
U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said on Monday he wanted the Senate to pass a spending bill for the coronavirus "within the next two weeks." Reuters - Published
Gun violence is a plague made worse by the loopholes in our background check system. It's past time for the Senate join the House in closing them.
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Two longstanding abortion measures failed to advance in the Senate Tuesday after being helmed by Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell.
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Senator Mitch McConnell, the majority leader, broke a streak of legislative inaction to schedule votes on bills to bar most abortions after 20 weeks and mandate care for babies born after abortions. NYTimes.com - Published
After months of legislative inactivity, Senator Mitch McConnell, the majority leader, has scheduled votes on two abortion-related bills. Democrats argue they are attacks on womenâs reproductive.. NYTimes.com - Published
When he secured President Trumpâs acquittal in the impeachment trial, the Senate majority leader completed a journey from staid establishment figure to conservative icon. NYTimes.com - Published
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell on Tuesday slammed House Democrats' drive to impeach President Donald Trump as "the most rushed, least fair, and least thorough" in history and said he will vote.. USATODAY.com - Published
Nancy Pelosi is accusing the Senate majority leader of humiliating Chief Justice John Roberts over a vote that "rejected our nation's judicial norms."
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Senator Mitch McConnell of Kentucky, the majority leader, asked the presidentâs defense lawyers to respond to the question, too. NYTimes.com - Published
The majority leader, facing defections in his own ranks, made a strategic retreat this week in an effort to retain his grip on the trial NYTimes.com - Published
Schumer said he would not force a vote Tuesday night on each amendment he had planned but âwe will not back off on getting votes on all of these amendments.â NYTimes.com - Published
The septuagenarian members of the U.S. Senate could get a little more sleep during President Donald Trump's impeachment trial after Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell backed off a plan for 48 hours.. Reuters - Published
Here's the latest for Tuesday, January 21st: McConnell abruptly eases impeachment trial time limits; President Trump in Davos reiterates trial is a hoax; First case of coronavirus confirmed in U.S.;.. USATODAY.com - Published
Mr. McConnellâs initial plans had deviated in several ways from those carried out in President Bill Clintonâs Senate trial. NYTimes.com - Published
âCan we still put fairness, evenhandedness and historical precedent ahead of the partisan passions of the day?â Senator Mitch McConnell asked. âTodayâs vote will contain some answers.â NYTimes.com - Published
U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said on Tuesday that he would move to set aside any efforts by Democrats to force an early vote on subpoenaing witnesses and documents during afternoon.. Reuters - Published
Democrats on Tuesday accused Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell of trying to rig U.S. President Donald Trump's impeachment trial and demanded the president's top lawyer be made a possible witness.. Reuters - Published
Senator Chuck Schumer, Democrat of New York and the minority leader, wants the Senate to subpoena both witnesses and documents for the trial. NYTimes.com - Published
Democrats on Tuesday accused the top Senate Republican of rigging U.S. President Donald Trump's impeachment trial with proposed rules that would prevent witnesses from testifying and bar evidence.. Reuters - Published
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