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‘With no imminent deadline on immigration, and with bipartisan talks well underway, there is no reason why Congress should hold government funding hostage over the issue of illegal immigration. I am confident that Senators on both sides of the aisle will choose to avoid a manufactured crisis, reach a bipartisan funding agreement in the coming days, and then continue our negotiations in these important areas.’

‘In the wake of last month’s historic tax reform legislation, the news is filled with stories of economic optimism and increasing prosperity for workers and middle-class families. In fact, I am proud to announce that earlier today, I spoke with the leadership of Humana, which employs more than 12,000 people in my home state of Kentucky. Yesterday, they notified their staff they will be accelerating pay incentives for associates and raising minimum hourly wages for both part-time and full-time employees — thanks to tax reform.’

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) released the following statement today honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.:

This year marks the 55th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s March on Washington. I remember witnessing his call for nationwide unity, acceptance, and brotherhood firsthand as a congressional intern. I was overcome by the sight of the crowd and knew I was experiencing a pivotal moment in our nation’s history. Dr. King inspired all of us to walk together in the cause of freedom.

As we celebrate Dr. King’s birthday today, we must remember we are not only the beneficiaries of Dr. King’s efforts. We are also responsible for continuing his work, “transforming jangling discords of our nation into a beautiful symphony of brotherhood.” Let us mark this occasion by recommitting ourselves to Dr. King’s vision for a future that fulfills the very highest ideals of our nation.

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