[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 37 (Thursday, February 29, 2024)]
[Senate]
[Page S1053]
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                       Tribute to Mitch McConnell

  Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, yesterday, we learned that Leader 
McConnell, the longest serving party leader in Senate history, will be 
stepping down from his leadership role next January. There will be time 
later for a fuller discussion of all his contributions to our party and 
to this institution, but for today, I just want to express my gratitude 
for his service.
  Had he done nothing else, his successful efforts to build up the 
judiciary with judges who are committed to the rule of law and to the 
Constitution would secure his place in the history books.
  I am grateful to have had the opportunity to serve with him.