Nikki Haley, a candidate for the presidency, has proposed that Mitch McConnell, the powerful and long-serving leader of the US Senate, resign down following an incident this week in which he physically froze and was unable to speak in the Capitol.

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Mitch McConnell is an American politician who has been serving as a United States Senator from Kentucky since 1985. He is a member of the Republican Party and has held various leadership positions in the Senate, including serving as the Senate Majority Whip from 2003 to 2007, the Senate Majority Leader from 2015 to 2021, and the Senate Minority Leader from 2007 to 2015 and again from 2021.

Age

Born on February 20, 1942, in Tuscumbia, Alabama, McConnell is 81 years old.

Salary

Senators in the United States earn a salary determined by law, and the salary for senators is the same for all members of the Senate. The annual salary for U.S. Senators was $174,000.

Net Worth

Mitch McConnell’s net worth was estimated to be around $34 million.

Career

McConnell attended the University of Louisville and the University of Kentucky College of Law. He practiced law before entering politics. McConnell began his political career by working on several political campaigns and serving in various staff roles, including serving as Deputy Assistant Attorney General under President Gerald Ford.

In 1984, McConnell was elected to the U.S. Senate, and he has been re-elected several times since then. Throughout his career in the Senate, he has been a key figure in shaping Republican legislative priorities and policies. He has been known for his conservative stance on many issues, including taxes, national security, and judicial appointments.

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As Senate Majority Leader, McConnell played a significant role in advancing the Republican agenda and confirming federal judges, including three Supreme Court justices. He was instrumental in passing the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 and played a key role in several budget negotiations.

Throughout his tenure in the Senate, McConnell has been a polarizing figure, drawing both praise and criticism from different quarters. He is known for his strategic and tactical acumen, but also for his steadfast adherence to party principles.