Addison Mitchell McConnell III [1] (/ m ə ˈ k ɒ n ə l /; born February 20, 1942) is an American politician and retired attorney serving as the senior United States senator from Kentucky, a seat he has held since 1985. McConnell is in his seventh Senate term and is the longest-serving senator in Kentucky history.

Nov 18, 2020 · Still, when he was a junior in high school, he decided to run for student council president. This was not an easy task for a nerdy kid without a lot of charisma. But, even then, Mitch...

Aug 8, 2019 · From county judge-executive through his rise to U.S. Senate majority leader, track Mitch McConnell's 30 + years in public office.

Feb 28, 2024 · A young Mitch McConnell grew up in Louisville, Kentucky & graduated from UK Law School with degree before being elected to U.S. Senate.

Nov 7, 2014 · Jefferson County Judge Mitch McConnell was surrounded by children when he took his three youngsters to Children's Theatre. His children are Elly, age 9, left, Porter, age 3, on McConnell's...

Apr 10, 2020 · He was just a toddler in 1944, when his father was deployed to World War II, his mother relocated the family to her sister’s home in rural Alabama and he came down with flu-like symptoms. While he eventually recovered, his left leg did not. It was paralyzed.

Mar 21, 2019 · After a failed attempt to run for the House of Representatives (he was tossed from the ballot for failing residency requirements), Mitch McConnell’s first real campaign was for judge-executive of...

Dec 18, 2024 · Mitch McConnell, born on February 20, 1942, in Sheffield, Alabama, is a towering figure in American politics. He moved to Kentucky early in life and later graduated from the University of Louisville and the University of Kentucky College of Law.

Aug 30, 2023 · Addison Mitchell McConnell Jr. was born in Sheffield, Alabama, on February 20, 1942. After contracting polio at age two, he recovered through his mother’s vigorous therapy sessions, even...

Jan 25, 2025 · A prominent figure in American politics, Mitch McConnell is most remembered for his time serving as Senate Minority Leader. Although his recent achievements