Political Quotes

Mitch McConnell: Senate Republicans have agreed to allow debate on a Democratic bill to pull troops out of Iraq.

On the recordFebruary 25, 2008
Senate Republicans have agreed to allow debate on a Democratic bill to pull troops out of Iraq.
Said by
Mitch McConnell
Republican · Kentucky

Editor's note · Context

Mitch McConnell discusses the Senate Republicans' decision to allow debate on a bill regarding troop withdrawal from Iraq.

Share

More from Mitch McConnell

Jul 13, 2026

You’re right to expect your representatives to work hard for you. And part of my decision to retire at the end of my term this coming January was being honest about the demands of Senate work.

foxnews.com
Aug 7, 2026

I'll maintain an intensive regimen of physical therapy from home during the state work period, and I'll continue to engage with my staff and colleagues on important Senate business.

bbc.co.uk
Jan 10, 2026

Threats and intimidation by U.S. officials over American ownership of Greenland are as unseemly as they are counterproductive.

latimes.com
Jul 13, 2026

But rest assured that, in the meantime, I’m not taking a break from the Senate business that matters to you.

arkansasadvocate.com

Other voices in this conversation