Quantcast

Jefferson Reporter

Friday, November 22, 2024

U.S. Senator Katie Britt Praises Mitch McConnell's Legacy and Looks to the Future

Webp 0l1k22uvayx50yaaxegp4injehlx

US Senator for Alabama | US Senator for Alabama website

US Senator for Alabama | US Senator for Alabama website

WASHINGTON, D.C., February 28, 2024 – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) today expressed her gratitude and admiration for Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell as he announced his decision to step down from his leadership position at the end of the year.

In a statement released today, Senator Britt stated, "Today, we congratulate and thank one of Alabama’s greatest native sons. We’re incredibly grateful for Leader McConnell’s decades of service and leadership for our country. His legacy is unparalleled in the Senate’s history and will long outlast his tenure as Leader. He has always been a consummate statesman and stalwart champion of this venerable institution."

Looking towards the future, Senator Britt emphasized the importance of the upcoming leadership transition, echoing McConnell's sentiments, "I think Leader McConnell said it best—it’s time to make sure our next leader will be the majority leader, so we can preserve the American Dream for generations to come."

McConnell's decision to step down as GOP leader marks a significant shift in the Senate leadership landscape, prompting reflections on his contributions and the path forward for the Republican Party. Senator Katie Britt's words highlight the respect and appreciation for McConnell's service while also signaling a readiness to embrace the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.

ORGANIZATIONS IN THIS STORY

!RECEIVE ALERTS

The next time we write about any of these orgs, we’ll email you a link to the story. You may edit your settings or unsubscribe at any time.
Sign-up

DONATE

Help support the Metric Media Foundation's mission to restore community based news.
Donate

MORE NEWS