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McConnell Brings a Gun as Prop to CPAC

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell brought some firepower to CPAC this year – literally.

McConnell Literally Brings Fire Power to CPAC

NBC NEWS

 
 
 

McConnell, who will have to beat back a primary challenge before a high-profile general election against Democrat Alison Lundergan Grimes, entered the conservative gathering by holding a rifle aloft over his head.

The soundtrack for the entrance: “Livin' on a Prayer” by Bon Jovi.

In his remarks, McConnell suggested that Republicans could regain control of the Senate after the 2014 midterms and that he’d be ready to step into the head role.

“If I am given the opportunity to lead the U.S. Senate next year, I won’t let you down,” he said.

NBC's Katie Wall contributed to this report.

First published March 6th 2014, 8:49 am