Washington, D.C.—U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell delivered the following message this week in celebration of Christmas and the holiday season. 

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A full transcript of the Senator’s greeting follows:

“Hello, this is Senator Mitch McConnell wishing you and your family a Merry Christmas.

“I especially want to wish a Merry Christmas to the brave men and women of the world’s finest military. Many of you are far from home during the holidays, missing your family and your friends. Kentucky misses you too, and we’re proud of your service. We’re honored to have heroes like you protecting us.

“From my family to yours, may you have a Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year.”