Senator John McCain, Rand Paul (R-KY) and Rob Portman (R-OH) engaged in a colloquy to discuss the Republican alternative jobs bill -- S. 1720, the Jobs Through Growth Act on the Senate floor. Below is a transcript. SEN. McCAIN: I thank you, Mr. President. I feel it's very important that we spend some time on this issue. I think that all Americans realize that we are in almost unprecedented difficult economic times. That despite efforts that have been made over the … [Read more...] about Senator McCain’s Comments on Jobs Act
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Senator McCain on U.S. Role in Libya
(UPDATED: From today's Wall Street Journal and shared with FBN by John McCain.) President Obama made a compelling case for our intervention in Libya on Monday evening, and U.S. actions there deserve bipartisan support in Congress. As the president rightly noted, failure to intervene militarily would have resulted in a humanitarian and strategic disaster. Because of our actions, the Gadhafi regime has been prevented from brutally crushing its opposition. The … [Read more...] about Senator McCain on U.S. Role in Libya
Jon Kyl Not Seeking Reelection in 2013
U.S. Senator Jon Kyl (R-Ariz.) today announced that he would not seek reelection in 2012. The following are excerpts from a letter he sent to supporters: “There is one large reason this decision has been hard for Caryll and me. We have gained so many friends over the years, many of whom, like you, have contributed to my elections and encouraged me to continue to serve. It’s hard to say no to such loyal supporters. But I know I am not irreplaceable and next year will be my 26th year of service … [Read more...] about Jon Kyl Not Seeking Reelection in 2013
