Mitch McConnell actually said...

"It was the right thing to do for the country. These rates do not need to be taken up. And we do not need to go on a reckless taxing and spending spree."

"I think Manchin will be much more comfortable as a Republican."

"We need this cleared, we are getting back to work so that everybody can continue to perform their duties and transfer power to the next president."

"I admire what Joe Manchin did. I don`t expect them to give up. I think they`ll keep coming back to him. I`ve suggested a good solution to his problem would be to come across the aisle and join us or h..."