‘First responders have been moving quickly to rescue and evacuate those impacted… I’m thankful for their heroic work to keep Kentuckians safe. My team is in touch with state and local officials to help however we can.’

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding recent severe flooding in Kentucky:

SUMNER COUNTY, TN (JULY 14, 2023) – An ongoing investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI), the Sumner County Sheriff’s Office, and the Gallatin Police Department into allegations of theft from the Sumner County Food Bank has resulted in additional arrests.

FRANKFORT, KY– Attorney General Daniel Cameron joined a coalition to oppose Target Corporation's (Target) extreme, anti-child "LGBTQIA+ Pride" campaign.

‘Liberal district attorneys are watering down criminal codes and outright refusing to prosecute repeat offenders who should be behind bars… [A]t every level of government, Democrats continue to turn a blind eye. Keeping our communities safe is a fundamental governing responsibility. The American people deserve to feel safe in their own streets.’

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding crime:

FRANKFORT, KY – As travel increases this summer, Kentuckians are reminded to slow down and pay attention to posted speed limits to keep all road users safe.