Opinion

Mitch McConnell and Kevin McCarthy Have One Brain and No Heart Between Them

NO WIZARDS

But at least the Senate’s top Republican is still connected to reality, while his House counterpart is tethered only to Trump.

opinion
211209-mccarthy-mcconnell-hero_ujfm4h
Illustration by Elizabeth Brockway/The Daily Beast

Senators Mitch McConnell and Chuck Schumer started talking to each other a few weeks ago.

It began with a confab in Schumer’s car and continued long enough for McConnell to clear the way for Democrats to raise the debt ceiling Thursday afternoon.

We think “subscriber” would look good on you. Join now to unlock access.

Don't miss this subscriber exclusive article. 

Got a tip? Send it to The Daily Beast here.