Here are some statements from members of both parties about Blunt’s retirement and their potential interest in running for his seat.
The Missouri Times
“In the U.S. Senate, I will continue the fight to preserve the conservative policies championed by President Trump that built the strongest economy in American history.”
After extensive debate and compromise, the Missouri Senate perfected a bill altering residency requirements for Kansas City police officers.
Gov. Mike Parson ordered the creation of a task force to examine the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on small businesses Tuesday.
In honor of National Agriculture Day, Gov. Mike Parson declared March 21-27 National Agriculture Week in Missouri.
Auditor Nicole Galloway recently issued monthly reports detailing the compliance of municipalities and other political subdivisions with financial reporting laws.
"With all the progress we have made in response to COVID, we cannot allow our state to backslide into shutting down again."
The Missouri Senate perfected its version of a bill Monday that would allow bars and restaurants to permanently sell alcoholic drinks to go.
"If we want future generations to stay in rural Missouri — and those who remain to not only survive but thrive — we need to have a 21st-century infrastructure."
When U.S. Senator Roy Blunt announced his retirement, the entire Republican establishment began to line up behind Jay Ashcroft.