Mitch McConnell to step down as Republican Senate leader in November

cnbc ^ | February 28, 2024 | thumbnail Dan Mangan

[rdl6989]

Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky said Wednesday that he will step down as Republican leader in the Senate in November.

McConnell, 82, revealed his plans in an address to the Senate, where he currently serves as minority leader.

McConnell, who is the longest-serving Senate caucus leader in history, plans to keep his seat in the chamber, which he took in 1985. His current term ends in January 2027.

[Freest Republican]

He wants to screw MAGA just a little bit longer.

This is still good news even with the delay.

[Darksheare]

Defenestrate until the lesson penetrates.

[Hiddigeigei]

"Would be better if he did it now."
Who's in line to replace him? At least he has a time limit.

[SomeCallMeTim]

Ky law prevents a the Governor from appointing a rat. Of course we know the law means nothing to them.

Yes... the State Legislature (which has Rep super-majorities in Both houses) passed a law to make sure that happens. However, they did NOT change the constitution. So, the law basically means nothing.

The Governor has already said he would ignore it and follow the state constitution. At best, it would be in court for a little while. But, probably not long.

[SomeCallMeTim]

Ky law prevents a the Governor from appointing a rat. Of course we know the law means nothing to them.

Yes... the State Legislature (which has Rep super-majorities in Both houses) passed a law to make sure that happens. However, they did NOT change the constitution. So, the law basically means nothing.

The Governor has already said he would ignore it and follow the state constitution. At best, it would be in court for a little while. But, probably not long.