Skip to content

McConnell on Trump: Muslim Ban “Totally Unworkable”

By Thomas McKinless

[jwp-video n=”1″]

Majority Leader Mitch McConnell on Tuesday criticized GOP presidential candidate Donald Trump’s proposal to ban Muslims from entering the U.S., calling it “totally unworkable.” “King Abdullah of Jordan, a great friend and ally of ours, would presumably not be able to come to the United States,” McConnell said. “How about President Ghani of Afghanistan, a great friend and ally who would not be able to come to the United States.” However, when asked if he would vote for Trump should he get the Republican nomination, McConnell said he would “certainly support the Republican nominee.”

Recent Stories

Progressive staff group urges sexual misconduct overhaul

Former House GOP tax writer Bill Archer dies at 98

Democrats call on Platner to step down as he denies sexual assault allegation

Congress faces its own summer heat dome

As McMorrow exits Senate race, the fight for her supporters begins in Michigan

In Congress, a bipartisan annoyance with the Supreme Court