McConnell says he still has “enough gas” in the tank to thoroughly disappoint his critics. The soon-to-be former leader intends to serve out the rest of his term which continues through January 2027.
McConnell’s Congressional career began back in 1984 when Ronald Reagan was President. The Kentucky republican has long embraced Reagan’s conservatism and view of American exceptionalism.
Today’s Republican party is one Mitch McConnell played a key role in shaping. Yet as he gets ready to step down from leadership, McConnell seems out of step with the direction the party is heading.
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