Topic: Mitch McConnell

Just What Kind Of A Republican Is Mitch McConnell?
Just What Kind Of A Republican Is Mitch McConnell? January 16, 2023 Al Bienenfeld Given his conduct over the last three years, it turns out that the Republican establishment’s ideas are very different from those of their conservative base.
Mitch McConnell and Kevin McCarthy snubbed at January 6 medal ceremony
Mitch McConnell and Kevin McCarthy snubbed at January 6 medal ceremony December 7, 2022 Rajan Laad Democrats cynically re-packaged a Capitol Police officer who died of natural causes as a hero of January 6. It was all politics, and McConnell and McCarthy had best learn that quick.
Ditch Mitch as Senate leader
Ditch Mitch as Senate leader November 12, 2022 Rajan Laad The Senate Minority Leader should have resigned in the wake of Tuesday's midterms. Instead, Mitch McConnell and his ilk blamed Donald Trump. They now seek to rush McConnell through as GOP Senate leader.
Merrick Garland’s targeting of conservatives reveals a bullet dodged
Merrick Garland’s targeting of conservatives reveals a bullet dodged October 1, 2022 Paul C. Binotto A.G. Garland seems to be determined to epitomize a political partisan to a degree seldom if ever seen, even at the Department of Justice, in a servant of the people sworn to uphold and equally protect the Constitution and rule of law for all people
A two-prong attack on King Biden's student debt order
A two-prong attack on King Biden's student debt order September 2, 2022 Bill Choslovsky How to corner the Democrats in Congress.
The GOP Is Doing Its Best To Lose The November Election
The GOP Is Doing Its Best To Lose The November Election August 22, 2022 Vince Coyner Why is it behaving this way and what can we do to change this dynamic?
Mitch McConnell, voice of the Deep State
Mitch McConnell, voice of the Deep State May 23, 2022 David Zukerman McConnell seems a bit hostile to "winning," as President Trump puts it.
Electing Republicans in the midterms may be good, but not great
Electing Republicans in the midterms may be good, but not great February 13, 2022 Rajan Laad The Democrats have to be stopped; for that, the GOP leadership must display courage. A nasty article in the NYT or the Washington Post or attacks on MSNBC or rebuke from the establishment should not deter them.
Mitch McConnell gives a floor speech flogging Biden
Mitch McConnell gives a floor speech flogging Biden January 13, 2022 Andrea Widburg The senator from Kentucky never takes a stand unless he's first assured that the wind is at his back. That's why his attack on his former colleague matters.
Can the Dems Bust the Filibuster?
Can the Dems Bust the Filibuster? October 1, 2021 Clayton Spann Democrats have some options in their bid to end the Senate filibuster that few are considering... out loud, anyway.
Report: Mitch McConnell working on leaving the Senate before his term is over
Report: Mitch McConnell working on leaving the Senate before his term is over March 5, 2021 Thomas Lifson Coincidentally or not, this report closely follows release of a report by the Department of Transportation's inspector general stating that McConnell's wife, Elaine Chao, used her office staff to promote her wealthy family's shipping interests and could face federal prosecution.
With Trump’s abortive impeachment, Sen. McConnell goes full narcissist
With Trump’s abortive impeachment, Sen. McConnell goes full narcissist February 14, 2021 Andrea Widburg Despite voting to acquit Trump, McConnell nevertheless accused Trump of being responsible for events on January 6 – but he could not be more wrong.
Mitch McConnell lied on the floor of the Senate Wednesday
Mitch McConnell lied on the floor of the Senate Wednesday January 7, 2021 Patricia McCarthy The capitulation of the Republicans in Congress may actually presage the end of America as founded, the left's goal for decades. While the left is Machiavellian, the right is infuriatingly naïve.
The unspeakable, duplicitous cowardice of the Republicans in Congress
The unspeakable, duplicitous cowardice of the Republicans in Congress December 28, 2020 Patricia McCarthy So anxious to go along to get along with the establishment they were oh, so comfortable with, they have been and are willing to betray their constituents to regain their access to power and money.
McConnell's treachery and surrender symptomatic of a capitulation-inclined Republican Party
McConnell's treachery and surrender symptomatic of a capitulation-inclined Republican Party December 17, 2020 Jared Peterson It's a full-on return to the stupid surrender-and-be-nice party.
A crafty old turtle?
A crafty old turtle? December 17, 2020 Douglas Herz McConnell's move to vote for the Biden slate of electors might just mean he has a new political trick up his sleeve.
Mitch McConnell warns Republican senators not to object when electors are certified on January 6
Mitch McConnell warns Republican senators not to object when electors are certified on January 6 December 16, 2020 Dex Bahr The mask is off.
Chuck Schumer blasts Mitch McConnell for declared partiality on impeachment but said the same thing himself in 1999
Chuck Schumer blasts Mitch McConnell for declared partiality on impeachment but said the same thing himself in 1999 December 28, 2019 Monica Showalter Schumer holds himself to easier standards when the shoe is on the other tootsie.
What if Mitch mirrored Nancy?
What if Mitch mirrored Nancy? December 22, 2019 Ronald Tinnell Nancy Pelosi is holding up sending the impeachment to the Senate because she is concerned that the Senate process will not be "fair".  What if the shoe were on the other foot?  
Mitch McConnell playing hardball with Schumer on impeachment trial rules
Mitch McConnell playing hardball with Schumer on impeachment trial rules December 4, 2019 Thomas Lifson Mitch McConnell is serving a heaping helping of sauce for the gander to Senate minority leader Chuck Schumer.
Mitch McConnell uses jujitsu on NBC gotcha question
Mitch McConnell uses jujitsu on NBC gotcha question July 10, 2019 Thomas Lifson Mitch may not be the most conservative or glamorous member of the Republican leadership class, but he is quick on his feet and knows how to go for the jugular.
Why House Dems caved, passing Senate bill funding emergency border care facilities
Why House Dems caved, passing Senate bill funding emergency border care facilities June 28, 2019 Thomas Lifson Nancy Pelosi outsmarted herself.
Finally! Mitch McConnell shuts down Democrats' obstruction of confirmation of Trump appointees
Finally! Mitch McConnell shuts down Democrats' obstruction of confirmation of Trump appointees April 4, 2019 Thomas Lifson Because of unprecedented abuse of Senate rules, two and a half years into his presidency, President Trump has not been able to put all of his own qualified, confirmable appointees into senior-level positions.
All Dems running for president helped kill Sasse bill protecting infants born alive after unsuccessful abortion
All Dems running for president helped kill Sasse bill protecting infants born alive after unsuccessful abortion February 26, 2019 Thomas Lifson Democrats catering to their extremist base will be the story of the 2020 elections.
Trump has 3 border wall trump cards
Trump has 3 border wall trump cards December 21, 2018 Thomas Lifson One way or another, President Trump will be rewarding his supporters with billions of dollars' worth of border wall construction.
McConnell relents, will bring criminal justice reform bill to the Senate floor
McConnell relents, will bring criminal justice reform bill to the Senate floor December 13, 2018 Rick Moran At the urging of the president, the majority leader will bring the historic legislation to the floor this month.
So much to love in Senate Judiciary Committee downsizing plan
So much to love in Senate Judiciary Committee downsizing plan November 26, 2018 Thomas Lifson A brilliant move that puts the Dems in an awkward no-win situation.
Media lying about McConnell to help save face for Chuck Schumer
Media lying about McConnell to help save face for Chuck Schumer January 24, 2018 Ed Lasky Chuck Schumer has a huge problem, and his friends in the mainstream media are pitching in to help – with lies.  
Mitch McConnell, swamp creature
Mitch McConnell, swamp creature August 10, 2017 Jack Hellner Blaming the president for his own inadequacy.
GOP health care reform: Maybe it is better to 'fail' than 'succeed'
GOP health care reform: Maybe it is better to 'fail' than 'succeed' June 24, 2017 Thomas Lifson I am starting to suspect that wily old Mitch McConnell is a step or two ahead of the game.
Obama <em>still</em> might be able to put Merrick Garland on the Supreme Court
Obama still might be able to put Merrick Garland on the Supreme Court November 14, 2016 Ed Straker Let's hope that Mitch McConnell has enough brains to prevent this.
Is Trump a McConnell-Rove Establishment Tool?
Is Trump a McConnell-Rove Establishment Tool? January 21, 2016 Daren Jonescu Donald Trump is no longer making a generic accusation against Cruz's demeanor or reputation.  He is slapping him on behalf of the Republican he has supported most generously, Mitch McConnell. 
GOP voters turn against McConnell
GOP voters turn against McConnell October 31, 2015 Thomas Lifson From strong net approval to net disapproval, Senate Majority Leader has lost the base.
The Congressional GOP&#039;s Historic Failure
The Congressional GOP's Historic Failure September 17, 2015 Timothy Birdnow The GOP strategy from the perspective of, well, any reasonable military or political strategist from the past.
If John Boehner can face a no-confidence vote, why can&#039;t Mitch McConnell?
If John Boehner can face a no-confidence vote, why can't Mitch McConnell? September 9, 2015 Ed Straker Is it possible?
GOP Leaders Won't Escape Conservative Voters' Wrath
GOP Leaders Won't Escape Conservative Voters' Wrath February 20, 2014 J. Robert Smith Boehner and McConnell, still looking for somebody to surrender to.
A Tale of Three Leadership Failures
A Tale of Three Leadership Failures February 14, 2014 W.A. Beatty Perhaps unsurprisingly, it encompasses both parties. How many more of these can our country stand?
No Replacement, No Vote
No Replacement, No Vote February 11, 2014 J. Robert Smith House and Senate Republicans need fresh leadership comprised of no-apologies conservatives. Otherwise, 2015 could become the Year of GOP Capitulations rather than a buildup toward 2016.
Silencing the Opposition
Silencing the Opposition February 1, 2014 Edward H. Stewart, Jr. From Schumer's lips to Obama's ears.
1.1 Trillion Reasons to Dump Boehner and McConnell
1.1 Trillion Reasons to Dump Boehner and McConnell January 18, 2014 J. Robert Smith In politics, winners are fighters with a taste for blood. The prez and his left-ideologue Democrats have demonstrated that fighter-instinct from January 2009 to present.
Why the Republican Party?
Why the Republican Party? October 24, 2013 J. Robert Smith The Republican Party seems to have moved past its expiration date.
What happens next in the Obamacare funding fight?
What happens next in the Obamacare funding fight? September 24, 2013 Thomas Lifson A remarkable moment, crystallizing the long-simmering revolt of the GOP base against the leadership for its failure to fight on the principles the base cares about passionately.
Leave ObamaCare Alone!
Leave ObamaCare Alone! August 8, 2013 Bill Weckesser It's the Democrats' baby -- let them handle it.
Schadenfreude, Michigan, and Mitt's Big Fumble
Schadenfreude, Michigan, and Mitt's Big Fumble July 25, 2013 C. Edmund Wright Detroit is The Road Warrior taking place in real life, in the middle of the United States. So why is the GOP aiding the Dems in producing the sequel?
The McConnell Test of Progressive Media Power
The McConnell Test of Progressive Media Power April 11, 2013 Thomas Lifson Framing the story of a possible political crime through the wrong end of a telescope
Ashley Judd backs away from Senate run in Kentucky
Ashley Judd backs away from Senate run in Kentucky March 27, 2013 Thomas Lifson Too bad! It looks like a fading movie star has realized she would have lost
Will Ashley Judd be Kentucky's Obama?
Will Ashley Judd be Kentucky's Obama? March 7, 2013 Jonathon Moseley Obama won in 2012 thanks in large part to low-information voters across the country. Can Ashley Judd do the same in Kentucky?
Dems fear Ashley Judd is political Kryptonite in Kentucky Senate race
Dems fear Ashley Judd is political Kryptonite in Kentucky Senate race February 15, 2013 Thomas Lifson Ashley Judd is reportedly worrying local Democrats, even as the Beltway establishment is transfixed at the prospect of an attractive and energetic female celebrity emerging as a public face running against Mitch McConnell. The situation holds great potential for amusement.
Is the Tea Party for Sale?
Is the Tea Party for Sale? January 29, 2013 M. Catharine Evans MoveOn outsmarting themselves? Or maybe us?
Congressional Republicans Fall off the Fiscal Cliff
Congressional Republicans Fall off the Fiscal Cliff January 10, 2013 J. Robert Smith Boehner and McConnell are the architects of the coming Republican walloping in the 2014 midterm elections.