Mitch McConnell actually said...

"This nomination ought to be made by the president we're in the process of electing this year. This nomination ought to be made by the next president."

"The American people should have a voice in the selection of their next Supreme Court Justice. Therefore, this vacancy should not be filled until we have a new president."

"The American people may well elect a president who decides to nominate Judge Garland for Senate consideration. The next president may also nominate somebody very different. Either way, our view is thi..."

"The American people should have a voice in the election of their next Supreme Court justice. Therefore, this vacancy should not be filled until we have a new president."