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Mitch McConnell: The weight of our power to advise and consent has never been lost on me.

On the recordFebruary 19, 2025
The weight of our power to advise and consent has never been lost on me.
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Mitch McConnell
Republican · Kentucky
Source
bbc.com

Editor's note · Context

McConnell reflected on the Senate's role in confirming federal officials.

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