As far as I know, he's described himself as the "Grim Reaper" for progressive policies [0]. Now, I'm no expert but as the majority leader, he > schedules the d

As far as I know, he's described himself as the "Grim Reaper" for progressive policies [0]. Now, I'm no expert but as the majority leader, he > schedules the daily legislative program and fashions the unanimous consent agreements that govern the time for debate [1] and > has the right to be called upon first if several senators are seeking recognition by the presiding officer, which enables him to offer motions or amendments before any other senator [1] - [0]: https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/440041-mcconnell-pledges-to-be-grim-reaper-for-progressive-policies https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/440041-mcconnell-pledges... - [1]: https://www.senate.gov/artandhistory/history/common/briefing/Majority_Minority_Leaders.htm https://www.senate.gov/artandhistory/history/common/briefing...