JUST IN: Mitch McConnell Won't Seek Reelection in 2026Senator Mitch McConnell announces he will not seek reelection in 2026, marking the end of his long Senate career.
McConnell blasts Trump's pursuit of 'illusory peace' with Russia: 'Shreds America's credibility'McConnell criticized Trump's approach to Russia, claiming it undermines US credibility and emboldens adversaries.
I Agree With the Vice President': Mitch McConnell Tweaks Trump Over Jan. 6 Pardons by Citing JD Vance's Recent CommentsSen. Mitch McConnell condemned Trump's pardons for January 6 rioters, highlighting divisions in the GOP over accountability and violence against law enforcement.
Even The Slogan Is The Same': McConnell Warns Trump's Isolationism Is Reminiscent of Pre-World War Two DangersSen. Mitch McConnell reflects on his transformative political career and warns against isolationist policies that could jeopardize global stability.
Trump pressures candidates for Senate GOP leader to fill his Cabinet right awayTrump's influence looms large as GOP candidates compete for leadership amid calls to change appointment rules.
Mitch's private tears and sweet college revengeMcConnell's emotional reaction to surpassing Mansfield reflects his complex political journey and relationships.
JUST IN: Mitch McConnell Won't Seek Reelection in 2026Senator Mitch McConnell announces he will not seek reelection in 2026, marking the end of his long Senate career.
McConnell blasts Trump's pursuit of 'illusory peace' with Russia: 'Shreds America's credibility'McConnell criticized Trump's approach to Russia, claiming it undermines US credibility and emboldens adversaries.
I Agree With the Vice President': Mitch McConnell Tweaks Trump Over Jan. 6 Pardons by Citing JD Vance's Recent CommentsSen. Mitch McConnell condemned Trump's pardons for January 6 rioters, highlighting divisions in the GOP over accountability and violence against law enforcement.
Even The Slogan Is The Same': McConnell Warns Trump's Isolationism Is Reminiscent of Pre-World War Two DangersSen. Mitch McConnell reflects on his transformative political career and warns against isolationist policies that could jeopardize global stability.
Trump pressures candidates for Senate GOP leader to fill his Cabinet right awayTrump's influence looms large as GOP candidates compete for leadership amid calls to change appointment rules.
Mitch's private tears and sweet college revengeMcConnell's emotional reaction to surpassing Mansfield reflects his complex political journey and relationships.
What Is Mitch McConnell Thinking?The GOP faces internal divisions over Trump's policies on trade and foreign aid, leaving Mitch McConnell feeling isolated.
As Congress Returns, Trump Casts a Long Shadow Over Capitol HillRepublicans are poised to take control of Congress but face challenges regarding party leadership and maintaining their House majority.
These Are the Candidates for the Senate Leadership ElectionThe leadership race following Mitch McConnell's departure will significantly affect the Senate GOP's direction and its relationship with Trump.
McConnell Lumps in Trump's GOP With Left While Bashing Isolationism, Dangerous' Belief Global Leadership No Longer America's Place'McConnell criticizes Trump's isolationist policies, advocating for a return to Reagan's global leadership principles.
Trump Dunks On Mitch McConnell For Endorsing Him: Must Have Been a Painful Day in His Life'Trump publicly mocked Mitch McConnell at a rally, expressing hope to remove him from leadership while linking his criticisms to inflation and Democratic support.
McConnell, Johnson Condemn Reckless' Harris For Calling Trump Fascist,' Claim It Risks Another Assassination AttemptMitch McConnell and Mike Johnson condemn Kamala Harris's rhetoric as dangerous and potentially inciting violence against Donald Trump.
What Is Mitch McConnell Thinking?The GOP faces internal divisions over Trump's policies on trade and foreign aid, leaving Mitch McConnell feeling isolated.
As Congress Returns, Trump Casts a Long Shadow Over Capitol HillRepublicans are poised to take control of Congress but face challenges regarding party leadership and maintaining their House majority.
These Are the Candidates for the Senate Leadership ElectionThe leadership race following Mitch McConnell's departure will significantly affect the Senate GOP's direction and its relationship with Trump.
McConnell Lumps in Trump's GOP With Left While Bashing Isolationism, Dangerous' Belief Global Leadership No Longer America's Place'McConnell criticizes Trump's isolationist policies, advocating for a return to Reagan's global leadership principles.
Trump Dunks On Mitch McConnell For Endorsing Him: Must Have Been a Painful Day in His Life'Trump publicly mocked Mitch McConnell at a rally, expressing hope to remove him from leadership while linking his criticisms to inflation and Democratic support.
McConnell, Johnson Condemn Reckless' Harris For Calling Trump Fascist,' Claim It Risks Another Assassination AttemptMitch McConnell and Mike Johnson condemn Kamala Harris's rhetoric as dangerous and potentially inciting violence against Donald Trump.
Love him or hate him, Mitch McConnell is a first-ballot GOP Hall of FamerMitch McConnell announces retirement after criticism over his leadership approach and lack of support for MAGA Republicans.
Mitch McConnell is retiring from US politics. Good riddance | Moira DoneganMitch McConnell regrets the extremist direction of the Republican party he helped shape, culminating in his announcement to retire in 2026.
Senator Mitch McConnell won't seek reelection in 2026Mitch McConnell announces retirement after decades in the Senate, ending a significant career in conservative leadership.
Mitch McConnell won't seek Senate re-election in 2026Mitch McConnell has announced he will not seek re-election, concluding a historic Senate career.
Sen. Mitch McConnell won't seek reelection in 2026, ending long tenure as Republican power brokerMitch McConnell will not seek reelection in 2024, marking the end of his lengthy political career.
Mitch McConnell's retirement sparks a political explosion in KentuckyMitch McConnell's announcement not to seek reelection in 2026 sparks competitive race for his Senate seat.
McConnell Announces He Won't Seek Re-election, Ending Record-Breaking TenureSenator Mitch McConnell will not seek re-election in 2026, marking the end of his long political career and leadership in the Senate.
Mitch McConnell is retiring from US politics. Good riddance | Moira DoneganMitch McConnell regrets the extremist direction of the Republican party he helped shape, culminating in his announcement to retire in 2026.
Senator Mitch McConnell won't seek reelection in 2026Mitch McConnell announces retirement after decades in the Senate, ending a significant career in conservative leadership.
Mitch McConnell won't seek Senate re-election in 2026Mitch McConnell has announced he will not seek re-election, concluding a historic Senate career.
Sen. Mitch McConnell won't seek reelection in 2026, ending long tenure as Republican power brokerMitch McConnell will not seek reelection in 2024, marking the end of his lengthy political career.
Mitch McConnell's retirement sparks a political explosion in KentuckyMitch McConnell's announcement not to seek reelection in 2026 sparks competitive race for his Senate seat.
McConnell Announces He Won't Seek Re-election, Ending Record-Breaking TenureSenator Mitch McConnell will not seek re-election in 2026, marking the end of his long political career and leadership in the Senate.
Mitch McConnell Won't Seek Re-Election in 2026, Ending Tenure as Republican Power BrokerMitch McConnell announces retirement, ending a significant political career marked by strategic conservative leadership.
Senator Mitch McConnell says he will not seek reelection in 2026Mitch McConnell announces he will not seek reelection in 2026, marking a significant political career.His legacy includes significant contributions to reshaping the federal judiciary.
Mitch McConnell will leave Senate with egregiously anti-LGBTQ+ recordMitch McConnell will not seek reelection in 2026, leaving a controversial legacy regarding LGBTQ+ rights.
Mitch McConnell Won't Seek Re-Election in 2026, Ending Tenure as Republican Power BrokerMitch McConnell announces retirement, ending a significant political career marked by strategic conservative leadership.
Senator Mitch McConnell says he will not seek reelection in 2026Mitch McConnell announces he will not seek reelection in 2026, marking a significant political career.His legacy includes significant contributions to reshaping the federal judiciary.
Mitch McConnell will leave Senate with egregiously anti-LGBTQ+ recordMitch McConnell will not seek reelection in 2026, leaving a controversial legacy regarding LGBTQ+ rights.
Who Will Run for Mitch McConnell's Senate Seat in Kentucky?Mitch McConnell's decision not to seek re-election has sparked immediate interest among Republican candidates in Kentucky's Senate race.
Sen. Mitch McConnell won't seek reelection, ending long tenure as Republican power brokerSenator Mitch McConnell will not seek reelection, concluding a significant political career amidst shifting GOP dynamics.
Sen. Mitch McConnell won't seek reelection in 2026, ending long tenure as Republican power brokerSenator Mitch McConnell announces he will not seek reelection, concluding his long political career, and intends to serve the remainder of his term until January 2027.
McConnell Won't Seek ReelectionSen. Mitch McConnell will not seek reelection, marking the end of his long Senate career and leadership.
Sen. Mitch McConnell won't seek reelection, ending long tenure as Republican power brokerSenator Mitch McConnell will not seek reelection, concluding a significant political career amidst shifting GOP dynamics.
Sen. Mitch McConnell won't seek reelection in 2026, ending long tenure as Republican power brokerSenator Mitch McConnell announces he will not seek reelection, concluding his long political career, and intends to serve the remainder of his term until January 2027.
McConnell Won't Seek ReelectionSen. Mitch McConnell will not seek reelection, marking the end of his long Senate career and leadership.
McConnell Urges RFK Jr. to Steer Clear' of His Top Aide's Dangerous' Effort to Revoke Polio VaccineSen. Mitch McConnell emphasizes the importance of the polio vaccine, reflecting on his own childhood experience with the disease and the dangers of misinformation.
McConnell puts RFK Jr. on notice over polio vaccineMitch McConnell warns that undermining vaccines, like the polio vaccine, is dangerous and unacceptable, emphasizing the need for trust in medical science.
McConnell Drops Scathing Statement On Voting Against RFK Jr: Trafficking In Dangerous Conspiracy Theories'Senator McConnell opposes Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s confirmation as health secretary due to his track record against vaccines and public health trust.
Why Mitch McConnell voted against RFK Jr. for health secretarySenate confirmation of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as HHS head shows stark party division, highlighted by McConnell's opposition due to Kennedy's conspiracy theories.
McConnell Urges RFK Jr. to Steer Clear' of His Top Aide's Dangerous' Effort to Revoke Polio VaccineSen. Mitch McConnell emphasizes the importance of the polio vaccine, reflecting on his own childhood experience with the disease and the dangers of misinformation.
McConnell puts RFK Jr. on notice over polio vaccineMitch McConnell warns that undermining vaccines, like the polio vaccine, is dangerous and unacceptable, emphasizing the need for trust in medical science.
McConnell Drops Scathing Statement On Voting Against RFK Jr: Trafficking In Dangerous Conspiracy Theories'Senator McConnell opposes Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s confirmation as health secretary due to his track record against vaccines and public health trust.
Why Mitch McConnell voted against RFK Jr. for health secretarySenate confirmation of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as HHS head shows stark party division, highlighted by McConnell's opposition due to Kennedy's conspiracy theories.
Mitch McConnell Sure Knew How To Play Hardball With The Federal Judiciary - Above the LawMitch McConnell focused on building a conservative federal judiciary while blocking Democratic appointees.
Mitch McConnell's 'Brazen' Judicial HypocrisyTwo Democratic judges decided not to retire after Trump's election win, impacting judicial appointments.Mitch McConnell criticized these decisions, labeling them as partisan and harmful to judicial integrity.
Mitch McConnell Sure Knew How To Play Hardball With The Federal Judiciary - Above the LawMitch McConnell focused on building a conservative federal judiciary while blocking Democratic appointees.
Mitch McConnell's 'Brazen' Judicial HypocrisyTwo Democratic judges decided not to retire after Trump's election win, impacting judicial appointments.Mitch McConnell criticized these decisions, labeling them as partisan and harmful to judicial integrity.
McConnell falls at Capitol, spotted in a wheelchair shortly afterSen. Mitch McConnell fell on Capitol steps but was helped up and remained engaged in Senate activities afterward.
McConnell working from home after tripping at CapitolMitch McConnell, aged 82, is recovering from a fall that caused minor injuries and has missed several Senate engagements.
McConnell falls at Capitol, spotted in a wheelchair shortly afterSen. Mitch McConnell fell on Capitol steps but was helped up and remained engaged in Senate activities afterward.
McConnell working from home after tripping at CapitolMitch McConnell, aged 82, is recovering from a fall that caused minor injuries and has missed several Senate engagements.
Mitch McConnell says Trump's tariffs will 'drive the cost of everything up'Sen. Mitch McConnell criticized Trump's tariffs for raising consumer costs and straining US relations with allies.
Scoop: Trump team sweats McConnell's vote on Tulsi GabbardMcConnell's silence on Gabbard's nomination is causing concern as it could influence GOP votes against her confirmation.
What Is Mitch McConnell's Deal Right Now?Mitch McConnell's recent vote against a significant nominee marks a pivotal but ultimately symbolic moment in his nearing retirement from the Senate.
Mitch McConnell Revealed to Be Among the Four Republicans to Sink Gaetz AG NominationMitch McConnell and three other GOP senators hindered Matt Gaetz's confirmation as attorney general, prompting him to withdraw his nomination.
Scoop: Trump team sweats McConnell's vote on Tulsi GabbardMcConnell's silence on Gabbard's nomination is causing concern as it could influence GOP votes against her confirmation.
What Is Mitch McConnell's Deal Right Now?Mitch McConnell's recent vote against a significant nominee marks a pivotal but ultimately symbolic moment in his nearing retirement from the Senate.
Mitch McConnell Revealed to Be Among the Four Republicans to Sink Gaetz AG NominationMitch McConnell and three other GOP senators hindered Matt Gaetz's confirmation as attorney general, prompting him to withdraw his nomination.
Mitch McConnell warns RFK Jr. against effort to undermine polio vaccinesMcConnell warns against vaccine skepticism as harmful and politically risky, especially for incoming administration appointees.
McConnell Defends Polio Vaccine, an Apparent Warning to RFK Jr.Mitch McConnell strongly supports the polio vaccine, condemning attempts to undermine public trust in it as dangerous.
The irony of RFK Jr. and the polio vaccine - 48 hillsThe Hart family's vaccination experience underscores the societal response to polio before and after the Salk vaccine.
In an apparent warning to Kennedy, McConnell defends the polio vaccine.Senator Mitch McConnell strongly supports the polio vaccine and warns against undermining public confidence in it, highlighting its life-saving importance.
Mitch McConnell warns RFK Jr. against effort to undermine polio vaccinesMcConnell warns against vaccine skepticism as harmful and politically risky, especially for incoming administration appointees.
McConnell Defends Polio Vaccine, an Apparent Warning to RFK Jr.Mitch McConnell strongly supports the polio vaccine, condemning attempts to undermine public trust in it as dangerous.
The irony of RFK Jr. and the polio vaccine - 48 hillsThe Hart family's vaccination experience underscores the societal response to polio before and after the Salk vaccine.
In an apparent warning to Kennedy, McConnell defends the polio vaccine.Senator Mitch McConnell strongly supports the polio vaccine and warns against undermining public confidence in it, highlighting its life-saving importance.
McConnell Working From Home After FallMitch McConnell is recovering from a fall that resulted in minor injuries and will work from home while experiencing some mobility issues.
McConnell Sprained Wrist During a Fall but Is Fine'Senator Mitch McConnell fell after a Senate lunch, sustaining a wrist sprain and minor facial cut, but has been cleared to continue his duties.
Sen. Mitch McConnell did not suffer strokes or seizures: Capitol physicianSen. Mitch McConnell's recent health incidents show no signs of major medical issues like stroke or seizure, according to his physician.
McConnell Working From Home After FallMitch McConnell is recovering from a fall that resulted in minor injuries and will work from home while experiencing some mobility issues.
McConnell Sprained Wrist During a Fall but Is Fine'Senator Mitch McConnell fell after a Senate lunch, sustaining a wrist sprain and minor facial cut, but has been cleared to continue his duties.
Sen. Mitch McConnell did not suffer strokes or seizures: Capitol physicianSen. Mitch McConnell's recent health incidents show no signs of major medical issues like stroke or seizure, according to his physician.
Mitch McConnell Received Medical Care After Fall During GOP LunchSen. Mitch McConnell's latest fall raises health concerns amidst previous incidents and medical attention received.
Who Will Replace Mitch McConnell as Senate GOP Leader? It Remains Deeply UncertainSenate Republicans are navigating a critical leadership change as they prepare for a secret ballot to replace Mitch McConnell.
Mitch McConnell Received Medical Care After Fall During GOP LunchSen. Mitch McConnell's latest fall raises health concerns amidst previous incidents and medical attention received.
Who Will Replace Mitch McConnell as Senate GOP Leader? It Remains Deeply UncertainSenate Republicans are navigating a critical leadership change as they prepare for a secret ballot to replace Mitch McConnell.
John Thune elected as Senate Republican leader to succeed McConnellSenate Republicans elected John Thune as their new leader, favoring him over Trump-aligned candidate Rick Scott.
What It Would Take to Charge Donald Trump with Inciting Insurrection - emptywheelThe second impeachment of Trump underscored the challenges of political accountability amidst deep partisan divides.
McConnell backed Jack Smith, wanted Trump to "pay" for Jan. 6McConnell viewed Trump's January 6 actions as impeachable offenses and considered convicting him during the impeachment process.
What It Would Take to Charge Donald Trump with Inciting Insurrection - emptywheelThe second impeachment of Trump underscored the challenges of political accountability amidst deep partisan divides.
McConnell backed Jack Smith, wanted Trump to "pay" for Jan. 6McConnell viewed Trump's January 6 actions as impeachable offenses and considered convicting him during the impeachment process.
McConnell's extreme tab on Ohio Senate raceThe Senate Leadership Fund is investing heavily in Bernie Moreno, signaling the importance of the Ohio race for the GOP's Senate strategy.
Obama Said People Would Still Be Alive If Trump "Paid Attention" To The Pandemic PlaybookThe Obama administration created a pandemic playbook, contrary to claims made by Mitch McConnell.
Kentucky Tiktok suit says company considered using KY creators to sway Sen. Mitch McConnellTikTok sought to influence lawmakers, including Mitch McConnell, through localized content to alleviate concerns regarding its ties to China.
Pelosi criticises McConnell for failing to hold Trump accountable over January 6Pelosi accuses McConnell of failing to hold Trump accountable for the January 6 Capitol attack.