Mitch McConnell: How the Senate Leader Leveraged His Power Over 17 Years

Mitch McConnell: How the Senate Leader Leveraged His Power Over 17 Years | WSJ

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Sen. Mitch McConnell announced he would step down from the helm of the Republican conference in November. Now the longest-serving party leader in Senate history, McConnell cultivated political clout and a reputation as a master legislative strategist.
WSJ spoke with Josh Holmes, McConnell’s former chief of staff, who described the legacy of McConnell’s leadership.
Chapters:
0:00 Sen. McConnell is stepping down
0:52 How McConnell got here
2:29 Key moments from his leadership
5:49 Where does the Senate go from here?
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@willgetbettereventually124 2 ай бұрын

One of the worst ever in the senate. He made politics even more terrible.

@user-eb5cb6ud1p 2 ай бұрын

POC - Party Over Country.

@iceberg9248 2 ай бұрын

Disgusting

@on2wheels378 2 ай бұрын

Term limits! Noone in congress has the guts to introduce a bill into law to make this happen.

@jamesbraun9842 2 ай бұрын

The idea was thrown around a few years ago. (Something like 3 senate terms and 4 house terms). Looked like it would go to the floor and had support until the senators running for a 3rd + term and congress persons running for 4+ terms realized it meant they were effectively ending their career. Everyone else realized it meant they wouldn't be allowed to run for more terms and eventually support for the bill died out.

@donniegardner191 2 ай бұрын

I would vote for it in a second

@SolaceEasy 2 ай бұрын

Senator Noone? What state?

@DanielKolbin 2 ай бұрын

moment

@jamesbraun9842 2 ай бұрын

@SolaceEasy Not sure of the person who originally said the idea but do remember ,Trumps right Hand aka Ted Cruz said he'd consider term limits for house and senate members if he was elected president during a Q&A which was than mentioned in a blurb on Fox News ,(at the time when Fox News was still Luke Warm on Trump so it had raised heads.)

@aultraman 2 ай бұрын

He declared that Trump was responsible for Jan 6. Yet he voted to NOT impeach Trump. What moral (or lack of) position does this man stand?

@jamesbraun9842 2 ай бұрын

He said there was no point because Trump was on his way out already, and it was impossible to impeach a private citizen.

@timogul 2 ай бұрын

@@jamesbraun9842Except that it's not impossible to impeach a private citizen, and the vote took place before Trump was out of office, and it could have solved a lot of problems if he'd voted with honor instead of for party.

@johnbrattan9341 2 ай бұрын

@@jamesbraun9842 Take a civics class. McConnell never had one.

@joseledesma2373 2 ай бұрын

The last five years, mitch, mcconnell has been a joke

@jameslovell8104 2 ай бұрын

It is long-past due for him to retire. He has hurt the party more than helped these last 5 years.

@royblack7305 2 ай бұрын

Far from a joke he's done more damage to America than anyone on the hill in American history.

@timogul 2 ай бұрын

You mean the last twenty.

@joseledesma2373 2 ай бұрын

Ok, my bad🤔

@uhsarpa517 2 ай бұрын

He is slimmest of the politicians. His hypocrisy is the worst. He is a stain on our institutions.

@specialk9999 2 ай бұрын

His weight moved to the bottom of his chin

@SolaceEasy 2 ай бұрын

The reason he's leaving is that he's not even close to slimy compared to the recent crop of crazies.

@johnnyrocket9372 2 ай бұрын

Be honest, do you think that if roles were reversed Obama was a republican and mitch was a Democrat, would you call him shimmy for blocking the Supreme Court nomination. Your just upset that he pulled it off any the democrats couldn't.

@willishere321 2 ай бұрын

@@johnnyrocket9372Yes, I definitely would. I’ll never forget hearing his reasoning for not confirming Garland. It was absurd, unpatriotic, and absent of integrity. Regardless of which party it happened to, the issue is that he unilaterally deprived the people of their voices with his actions. Obama was elected, and with that election came the right (or rather the obligation) to ensure any vacancies on the court be filled. Mitch did something unprecedented and will be a stain in American history.

@CapnSnackbeard 2 ай бұрын

I agree with Mitch, knowing when to quit is a positive character trait he lacks entirely.

@Darien135 2 ай бұрын

Politicians older than 67 should go home and enjoy whatever time they have left with their families, money, hobbies. Let the country move forward.

@whitewhiskers781 2 ай бұрын

Good bye turtle 🐢

@joebabbles3818 2 ай бұрын

Franklin 😂

@thomascope2119 2 ай бұрын

Stealing from Donald's Playbook is not a good fit for you

@keitatsutsumi 2 ай бұрын

sure loved the part where u guys explained how the senate leader leveraged his power over 17 years and not just the last 5 years

@AndreaDoesYoga 2 ай бұрын

Intriguing to see McConnell's power journey 🎭

@elchicano187 2 ай бұрын

Wow what a wonderful situation 👏 remember during the pandemic when we needed him most? The people needed help and he turned his back on the people! Good bye 🎉

@Woozlewuzzleable 2 ай бұрын

He's going back into his shell.

@andresmattos7541 2 ай бұрын

AND GRAVE

@henryblicharz5556 2 ай бұрын

Mitch , you said it yourself , It’s time to move on , NOW !

@Sbannmarie 2 ай бұрын

As it’s been said- don’t let the door hit you where the good lord split you.

@houseplant1016 2 ай бұрын

zamn, that's a wise quote, gonna remember that one

@marymurphy246 2 ай бұрын

He has destroyed many careers over the years.Term limits are needed as these important position should not be lifetime employment. Watching this is heartbreaking to think he can last till 2027. Will his last vote be from a wheelchair?

@americanbullygrekobullykam2376 2 ай бұрын

Proud Kentuckian republican here. An its about time mitch left. God is good. Trump 2024!

@tulw2728 2 ай бұрын

When turtle man begun with his speech , I was like, please don’t freeze, please don’t freeze

@salvadorbravo4187 2 ай бұрын

It always was about him first, and then our constitution and our country. DISGUSTING!

@pro-libertatibus 2 ай бұрын

Don't slam the door.

@harambetidepod1451 2 ай бұрын

term limits

@garyschum-eg1lp 2 ай бұрын

Mitch the craziest unpopular muppet of all time

@JRPGGUY 2 ай бұрын

Wont be missed

@Jo-cf4tn 2 ай бұрын

GOOD RIDDANCE……. DON’T LET THE DOOR HIT YOUR BEHIND 😅😅😅

@randyrobertson3440 2 ай бұрын

He should have stepped down 10 years ago, But his corruption Got the best of Him, You will not be missed Mitch, Not one bit.

@barbarataylor4893 2 ай бұрын

This walking mummy has earned his place in history; unfortunate for the people of this country.

@user-nt3fp8kb6q 2 ай бұрын

This guy can't even do "The five knuckled rotating shuffle"

@donniegardner191 2 ай бұрын

I will be so dam happy to see you go

@Hard_Car_Life 2 ай бұрын

No. He needs to STEP DOWN NOW!!!

@kevinneblett6749 2 ай бұрын

Is greatest accomplished is that he got many house speakers to reside or be removed

@dinnerwaltz 2 ай бұрын

McConnell must love China, look at his wife Elaine Chao. "Elaine Chao has deep business ties to China at time of US-Chinese competition."--New York Times "Elaine Chao, who has garnered popularity in China as the first Chinese-American to become a US cabinet secretary"--CNN btw, Elaine Chao's father was a university classmate of the late Chinese President Jiang Zemin.

@baileyalueta9294 2 ай бұрын

She's also from Taiwan which is a distinction you're choosing to ignore. Also, her father went to university prior to the CCP taking power.

@EdwardJackson-wt7uc 2 ай бұрын

He needs to step down today!!!

@greenlightstudios3816 2 ай бұрын

Anyone who believes he'll truly leave before the election is in for a awakening.

@kirk902 2 ай бұрын

I'll remember Mitch in a poor light due to 1) blocking a vote on a Supreme Court nominee 2) not voting to impeach Trump.

@steve293 2 ай бұрын

"30 yrs to convince everybody that im an a-hole?" What does it say about our politicians when they thrive to be hated and despised? At the least its blatantly obvious he did more for himself than he ever did for the state of Kentucky.

@user-gt9cw8ur9j 2 ай бұрын

It's about time that you step down ok

@terryandrews7271 2 ай бұрын

If only there had been a bus 17 years ago That ran across the crossword, Whoops. What a different world

@khorkienjoo5292 2 ай бұрын

So long, Darth McConnell. You won't be missed.

@johnmilovich2195 2 ай бұрын

A reputation as a master legislative strategist and enabler of Donald Trump. Some legacy👎🏿

@SolaceEasy 2 ай бұрын

Hold up rules when they serve you and break them as necessary when they don't.

@meilankuo5532 2 ай бұрын

👍👍👍Rino go

@FGH9G 2 ай бұрын

Calling Mitch a turtle is an insult to turtles everywhere.

@geducam 2 ай бұрын

The evil himself.

@bobbyli2274 2 ай бұрын

Ngl I was cracked up by Obama’s line😂 cannot imagine a worse person to have a drink with than Mitch loll

@jacqulinegreen9160 2 ай бұрын

He is hated by many..

@blackawana 2 ай бұрын

Well, work was my life, too, until MAGA decided to ruin healthcare.

@warcotm 2 ай бұрын

The evil turtle must go!

@daniel-in5qj 2 ай бұрын

He’s more upset about no more kick back’s from foreign aid.

@cstnfacu 2 ай бұрын

Glitch McConnel should have been gone a long time ago

@patc1764 2 ай бұрын

Thank God… finally

@jlb7741 2 ай бұрын

Old corrupt politicians never learn.

@stellabella8224 2 ай бұрын

By, By, Mitch.

@aselfieb 2 ай бұрын

I'm favoured, $28k every week! I can now give back to the locals in my community and also support God's work and the church. God bless America.

@KateMarez 2 ай бұрын

The economic hardship, recession, unemployment and the loss of job caused by covid pandemic is enough to push people into financial ventures.

@aselfieb 2 ай бұрын

Remember, investing comes with risks, so it's always a good idea to consult with a financial advisor or planner to help you create a personalized investment strategy that suits your goals and risk tolerance. Good luck with your investing journey!

@aselfieb 2 ай бұрын

Big thanks to Elizabeth Ann graney

@aselfieb 2 ай бұрын

Her top notch guidance and expertise on digital market changed the game for me

@EmilyRodriguez-kl5ob 2 ай бұрын

Frr, I have been hearing lots of wonderful things about this woman too on CNN but didn't believe it until now.When someone is straight forward at what he or she does people will always speak for them.i know a couple of friends who makes profits in the financial market

@shlokpatel3611 2 ай бұрын

No matter what you say about him,he did get results for his party,and without him,the seat will be replaced by a MAGA conservative

@danguest5379 2 ай бұрын

Karma doesn't forget !

@enascott5963 2 ай бұрын

Wish he would leave today! Should have retired 15 to 20 years ago!!!!

@benjaminlehman3221 2 ай бұрын

TERM LIMITS!

@JoshGibson-fb7mf 2 ай бұрын

TERM LIMITS

@user-ty6nw5yl3m 2 ай бұрын

You won't be missed

@Jane-ms9ky 2 ай бұрын

😂👍 1:25

@rollokline4692 2 ай бұрын

17 years of corrupted snowman 😅😅😅😅😅

@matthewlam9416 2 ай бұрын

Can this be related to someone’s death?

@JuaqiemMckelvy3214 2 ай бұрын

Bye Mr Turtle. 🤡

@RC_2002 2 ай бұрын

Stop insulting Turtles

@JudgeDredd_ 2 ай бұрын

🐢

@jamesmoore381 2 ай бұрын

Honestly

@post_eternity 2 ай бұрын

I have many faults but misunderstanding politics is not one of them

@auro1986 2 ай бұрын

how? he used to plan what wsj should show

@EbenezerNimh 2 ай бұрын

Oh Mitch stop the bs just go ok.

@ttrnarayanan 2 ай бұрын

Please elect a candidate who is anti war

@smartguy724 2 ай бұрын

He’s still a senator. So he still has influence to continue to make a mess of the future generation. He’s just doesn’t want to be the leader Dude is as evil as it comes

@sunshinehoward9649 2 ай бұрын

Never Merrick Garland on the Supreme Court! Best thing Mitch ever did. merrick Garland is worst ever AG in our history.

@garyschum-eg1lp 2 ай бұрын

Mitch nobody will miss your leadershit

@mustafadahir9852 2 ай бұрын

I hope the senate would be a better place for the American people without him.

@michaelhiesberger8114 2 ай бұрын

He is being forced out. Drain the cess pool

@Nadinetherescuehound 2 ай бұрын

I wonder how full his diaper was during this speech. Term limits and age limits need to happen.

@douglasfoster2215 2 ай бұрын

Let's do some research on how many of his family members are cashing in on our tax money.

@user-hu2nt9sc3p 2 ай бұрын

WE NEED TO STOP CAREER LEECHES (aka career politicians). POLITICIANS NEED TO BE PART-TIME MOUTH-PIECES & FULL TIME WORKERS. RETURN TO ZERO PAY FOR WORDS & FULL TIME FOR ACTIONS

@sylviewalker7560 2 ай бұрын

McConnell forgot to take his legacy with him: Trump and MAGA chaos

@joeltolbert3152 2 ай бұрын

Did y'all see other countries, saying he's power greedy or he need to step down??.. nah if America can mind their business n focus on constitution change maybe the world will b peaceful

@user-hu2nt9sc3p 2 ай бұрын

Exactly why exactly why we need Perm Limits..old guard ideology SHOULD NOT DOOM US FUTURE

@JuaqiemMckelvy3214 2 ай бұрын

He has no soul 🤷🏼‍♂️

@mchyinLyons 2 ай бұрын

Don't you mean abused his power

@melaniejacobs5487 2 ай бұрын

Mitch, please leave now!!!

@tulw2728 2 ай бұрын

Nothing lasts forever! Even turtles expire.

@JaneDoe-ek4ue 2 ай бұрын

Why wait untill December? Hope you and your wife moves to china.

@jojoavila2217 2 ай бұрын

He was a pay for play dude. Should have stepped down 10 yrs ago.

@sandymedeiros8414 2 ай бұрын

Good move on!!!!

@krizzay95 2 ай бұрын

America needs conservatism, not populism but the pendulum needs to swing back towards more conservative/traditional values... Just my opinion

@hmoobxwb1448 2 ай бұрын

They all need to retire and enjoyed life for a litle while

@00000000000101010 2 ай бұрын

not sure they deserve to enjoy life, maybe they should spend some time thinking about what they've done.

@00000000000101010 2 ай бұрын

and for what, so his party "wins" how is ruining our government a win for anyone?

@00000000000101010 2 ай бұрын

and he's still going to be tottering around the senate like Feinstein did for way too long, his term ends in 2027 for god sake, will probably die in office given the state of his health.

@danielperez-cp7fo 2 ай бұрын

I really hope he never finds rest whatever is left of his life

@user-ic6tk1qk2x 2 ай бұрын

The Grim Reaper, A name He wore proudly for 39 years, Don't sound Sad now You Are Evil, Just Go Home Now.*

@blackawana 2 ай бұрын

Of course, WSJ will act like he is a god, instead of the hater, bigot, grifter, Chinese colluder he really was. Get real.

@andresmattos7541 2 ай бұрын

N E X T B I D E N. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

@Tan92lfc 2 ай бұрын

Real and menace Power to Block, Resist, be stationary in line with status quo Ante, Oppose and Sabotage progressivism and Judicial appointments, is real Power, like Dune Part 2.

@Johnnywhamo 2 ай бұрын

"One of life's most underappreciated talents is to know when it's time to move on to life's next chapter," "So I stand before you today ... to say that this will be my last term as Republican leader of the Senate. It must be noted it took Senator McConnell 4-1/2 hours to make this announcement as he stared off into an endless void at times seemingly in search for the appropriate words for this momentous occasion.

@observer8736 2 ай бұрын

I wish him the best of luck! I hope that others will leave too. Just enjoy the rest of your life politicians. You got everything over the years unlike ordinary citizens.