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9mo ago

Mitch McConnell Faces Hostile Reception at RNC While Announcing Trump Delegates

The Senate Minority Leader encountered boos and jeers from the crowd as he pledged Kentucky's support for Trump's presidential nomination.

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) speaks during a news conference following the weekly Senate Republican policy luncheon at the U.S. Capitol on June 18, 2024 in Washington, DC. During the news conference Senate Republicans spoke on a number of topics including immigration and the upcoming Republican National Convention.
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Overview

  • McConnell has been a frequent target of Trump's criticism, citing the senator's condemnation of the January 6 Capitol attack.
  • Despite endorsing Trump for the 2024 presidential race, McConnell's strained relationship with the former president remains evident.
  • McConnell's announcement of Kentucky's 46 delegates for Trump was met with a mix of boos and limited cheers.
  • The senator's endorsement of J.D. Vance as Trump's vice-presidential pick drew attention due to their differing views on foreign policy.
  • McConnell will step down as Senate GOP leader after the November elections but will remain in the Senate until 2027.