Senate GOP Leader Mitch McConnell announced that he will chair the Senate Rules Committee in the upcoming Congress. McConnell highlighted his commitment to defending the Senate as an institution and protecting the right to political speech in elections as key priorities.
In addition to his role on the Senate Rules Committee, McConnell revealed that he will also chair the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense. This position will allow him to play a crucial role in shaping defense spending and policy.
Following his decision to step down as leader, McConnell has expressed his intention to focus on countering isolationist tendencies within his party. By assuming leadership of these key committees, McConnell positions himself to continue influencing the direction of the Republican Party.