Central ND News

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) has expressed his thoughts following Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell's announcement that he will not seek another term as leader. McConnell, the longest-serving Senate Republican leader in history, will step down from the position in November.

In a statement, Senator Cramer shared, “I’ve known Mitch for over three decades, all the way back to my days as Chairman of the North Dakota Republican party, and I can confidently say there’s nobody quite like him. Mitch has ice in his veins which has served him well. He’s not prone to exaggeration or impulse, but instead brings wisdom and experience to the Senate. We are not an easy bunch to wrangle, but he managed to lead us through historic legislative battles and played the pivotal role in establishing the six to three conservative majority on the Supreme Court. I wish him all the best as he finishes out his term as leader.”

Senator McConnell's decision marks the end of an era in Republican leadership, leaving a significant impact on the Senate and the conservative landscape. As the party looks towards the future, Senator Cramer's words reflect a sense of admiration and respect for McConnell's tenure and contributions to the Republican party.

McConnell's legacy will undoubtedly be remembered as he prepares to conclude his leadership role, with the Senate set for a transition in leadership dynamics in the coming months.