McConnell and other Republicans had ample reason to assist Democrats in raising the debt ceiling, despite Trump's disapproval.
"Mitch McConnell has given away the Unfrastucture Bill and will soon be giving away the Build Back Worse Bill, which will change the very fabric of our society," Trump's Wednesday statement began."This was all made possible by the two-month extension he gave the Democrats, the separation of the two Bills, and, most importantly, his lack of courage in playing the Debt Ceiling Card.
Former President Donald Trump calls for the ouster of Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, blaming the Kentucky Republican for helping Democrats with their"unfrastructure" and"Build Back Worse" bills, which are key parts of President Joe Biden's agenda. In this photo, Trump talks to journalists as he departs the White House on May 5, 2020.Trump's statement referred to McConnell's role in helping Democrats avoid a government shutdown over the debt ceiling.