Trump says his relationship with McConnell is ‘outstanding’
The relationship between President Donald Trump and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is « outstanding, » the president said Monday, refuting reports of the growing frustrations between the two powerful Republicans.
Speaking at an impromptu appearance with McConnell, R-Ky. at the White House Rose Garden, Trump discussed his administration’s current efforts at tax reform before suddenly pivoting to describe his rapport with the senator.
« My relationship with this gentleman is outstanding [and] has been outstanding. » Trump said.
McConnell later echoed Trump’s sentiment, and directly pushed back upon the rumors of discord among the pair.
« I think what the president and I would both like to say to you today, contrary to what some of you may have reported, we are together totally on this agenda to move America forward, » he said.
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