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‘As government officials review this morning’s report and as agencies develop new plans to fulfill its objectives, I will continue working with partners in Washington and Kentucky to address this important crisis — so we can one day finally put the pain of opioid abuse behind us, once and for all.’

‘Our effort to confirm qualified judicial nominees this year would not be possible without the tireless work and effective leadership of Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley. To build on excellent work of his committee, I filed cloture last week on four well-qualified circuit court nominees. These nominees understand their as a judge is to put aside their personal preferences and instead decide cases based on what the law says. We’ll confirm all of them this week, no matter how long that takes.’

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) praised President Donald J. Trump today for announcing his intent to nominate Robert M. “Mike” Duncan, of Inez, Kentucky, to serve on the Board of Governors of the United States Postal Service (USPS):

“I applaud President Trump for naming Mike Duncan, of Inez, Kentucky to serve on the Board of Governors of the United States Postal Service. Mike has dedicated his life to the people of Kentucky and this nation. His work – especially in Appalachia – has left a lasting, positive impact in many communities. I am grateful that Mike is willing to lend his knowledge and experience to the USPS, and I look forward to the Senate confirming him.”

Recent Press Releases

McConnell Requests GAO Report Targeting Opioid Abuse

McConnell requested GAO study, which was released today, to help ensure that dollars are spent wisely to fight the opioid crisis taking lives in communities across Kentucky and the nation.

October 31, 2017

Senate To Confirm Four Circuit Court Nominees This Week

October 30, 2017

McConnell Commends Announcement of Kentuckian Named to USPS Board

October 27, 2017