Mitch McConnell

No end in sight for US government shutdown

Pelosi reiterates there will be "no money" for the border wall, while McConnell says he will not bring Democrats' spending bill to vote.

Bipartisan committee to discuss McCain commemoration

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell to appoint committee to make recommendations for how to commemorate memory of late Senator.

'Senate will confirm Trump's Supreme Court pick before midterms'

Despite Democratic opposition, Senate leader confident nomination will pass this summer.

'Senate will approve Trump's Supreme Court pick this year'

Senate Majority Leader vows to bring President Trump's nominee to replace Justice Kennedy before new senators seated following midterms.

Watch: AIPAC conference in Washington DC

Israeli PM, US Senate Majority leader speak at 2018 AIPAC conference.

US Senate 'goes nuclear' after Dems filibuster Trump nominee

'Nuclear option' affirmed after Democrats filibuster Trump's Supreme Court nominee.

Senate leaders back resolution on UN's anti-Israel resolution

Mitch McConnell and Chuck Schumer announce their backing for a resolution that objects to the UN's recent condemnations of Israel.

Republicans blast Trump over comments on Mexican judge

Presumptive Republican presidential nominee under fire after hinting that a judge was biased because of his Mexican heritage.

'Preemptory surrender'

Cruz: Republican Leaders Gave Up on Iran Deal

Presidential candidate attacks own party leaders for not being willing to cause government shutdown to stop deal, Planned Parenthood.

Democrats Save Iran Deal Again; Will Third Time Be the Charm?

Democrats repeat last week's deal support, but will be tested again - by having to vote against Israel recognition and release of Americans.

US Senate to Vote on Iran Deal Thursday

Vote to be held at 3:45 pm EST; Republicans lash back ahead of expected Democratic victory.

Senate Majority Leader Admits Iran Nuclear Deal Likely to Pass

Republican Senator Mitch McConnell acknowledges President Obama has 'great likelihood of success' in successfully vetoing vote against.

Senate Majority Leader: Obama's Argument on Iran Deal 'Absurd'

Mitch McConnell rejects President Obama's argument that rejecting the Iran nuclear deal means going to war.

Corker: Obama Trying to 'Shut Down' Iran Debate

Republicans miffed by Obama's comparison of deals' opponents to hardline Iranians. McConnell: 'crass political rhetoric.'

Can Congress Beat Obama's Iran Deal Veto?

Republicans discuss chances of two-thirds majority to block sanctions lifting; Obama 'working hard' to get 34 Democrats to back him.

Liberman: Israel Must Not Try to Influence Congress on Iran Deal

With the Iranian nuclear deal imminent, it goes to Congress for approval. But Avigdor Liberman advised against trying to influence that body

Senate Majority Leader: Iran Deal a 'Hard Sell' in Congress

Western diplomats confirmed that it was likely the agreement on regulating Iran's nuclear program would be signed soon.

Congress Demands Obama Step Back From Iran Nuclear Deal

Leading Senators urge a 'pause' in negotiations, slam administration official for saying nuclear inspections unnecessary.

Senate Majority Leader to PM: We're by Israel's Side

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, on a visit to Israel, said that both the Senate and the House backed Israel on the Iran issue.

Senate to Vote on Iran Sanctions Bill if No Deal is Reached

Senate Majority Leader says the Senate will vote on a bill to toughen sanctions on Iran if negotiators miss this month's deadline.

Senate Majority Leader Warns a 'Very Bad' Iran Deal is Close

Senator Mitch McConnell defends Republicans' letter to Iran, says Kerry meddled in Reagan's foreign policy, too.

Senate Majority Leader Agrees to Delay Vote on Iran Bill

Feeling the heat from Democrats, Sen. McConnell agrees to reverse course on a plan to move forward next week with a controversial Iran bill.

Democrats Oppose Fast Tracking of Iran Bill

Sponsors of bill requiring Obama to submit nuclear deal for approval will vote against it if brought to a vote before March 24.

Senate to Debate Iran Legislation Despite Veto Threat

Senate to begin debate next week on bill that would require Obama to submit any final nuclear deal with Iran for Congress' approval.

Netanyahu to Meet Bipartisan Senate Leaders

PM Netanyahu to meet with Republican Mitch McConnell and Democratic Harry Reid after his speech to Congress.

Senator: Obama Not Popular in Israel 'for Good Reason'

Republican Senator Mitch McConnell says "the relationship between this president and Israel is the worst I have seen."

Senate Republican Leader Opposes Normalization of Ties with Cuba

Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell says Obama's plans to normalize relations with Cuba are "a mistake".

Senatorial revolution

'Lame Duck' Obama: 'Worst Situation Since Eisenhower'

Republicans take back the Senate as Obama admits to voter 'frustration in the government, polarization has gotten worse.'

Last Minute Fiscal Cliff Talks Stall

Senate Republican minority leader Mitch McConnell warns that solution to avoid "fiscal cliff" is still far from being reached.