releases: https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/majority-leader-mcconnells-statement-on-betsy-devos
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| https://www.republicanleader.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/majority-leader-mcconnells-statement-on-betsy-devos | Majority Leader McConnells Statement on Betsy DeVos | 2016-11-23 | 2016 | 2016-11 | Republican | House | KY | Mitch McConnell | M000355 | www.republicanleader.senate.gov | legacy | 11.23.16 Majority Leader McConnell's Statement on Betsy DeVos Betsy has a proven track record of important work to improve the lives of children across the country.' LOUISVILLE, KY Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) issued the following statement on President-elect Trump's intention to nominate Betsy DeVos as Secretary of Education: I fully support President-elect Trump's intention to nominate Betsy DeVos as Education Secretary. Betsy has a proven track record of important work to improve the lives of children across the country. She is an outstanding choice to implement the recently passed bipartisan K-12 education reforms that were signed into law and ensure that children, and not politics, remain the focus of education policies during the incoming administration. Background: The Senate will consider nominations in a thorough and timely manner as it does its part to ensure a smooth transition between administrations. Additional details and scheduling announcements regarding confirmation hearings will be forthcoming from the committee of jurisdiction. Related Issues: Education, Nominations Print Email Tweet Next Previous | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z |