McConnell Urges Biden to Address New "Axis of Evil" Threat from China, Russia, and Iran

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell has referred to China, Russia, and Iran as a new "axis of evil," highlighting the growing threats they pose to the United States and its NATO allies. McConnell discussed the aggression of Russia towards Ukraine, China's increasing hostility towards Taiwan, and Iran's support for Hamas. He emphasized the need for the US to respond to these immediate threats and stand up to this axis of evil. McConnell's use of the phrase "axis of evil" echoes former President George W. Bush's speech after the 9/11 attacks, which referred to North Korea, Iran, and Iraq. McConnell also criticized the Biden administration's handling of the Afghanistan withdrawal but praised the president's request for aid to Ukraine and Israel.