Most Corrupt Series: Mitch McConnell | Bought and Paid For

Mitch McConnell has spent decades mastering Washington’s most dangerous game: power. From his early rise in Kentucky politics to his record-breaking tenure as Senate Majority Leader, McConnell has built an empire rooted in money, loyalty, and the art of obstruction. His influence reaches deep into the judicial system, corporate lobbying circles, and campaign financing networks that have shaped modern American politics.But behind the calculated smile and quiet demeanor lies a web of controversy. Critics accuse McConnell of weaponizing the Senate to protect corporate donors, stonewall democratic processes, and shield his own interests. From foreign money ties to Kentucky development deals and his wife’s family’s business connections, the questions of self-enrichment and political grift have followed him for years.This deep dive uncovers how Mitch McConnell leveraged his power not to serve the public, but to secure legacy, influence, and wealth. The story of one man’s grip on the American government reveals how corruption can thrive — not in chaos, but in perfect order.Written and hosted by Colin D. Heaton. Forgotten History is a 10th Legion Pictures Production.====================================================================Help support our channel:Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/ForgottenHistoryChannelJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ5kKhnQUbZmABUeJJvj9aw/joinMerch: Forgotten History Merchandise: https://fh-shop.fourthwall.com/Now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2OFlwcPz715LyztzXD1Zky====================================================================Thanks for watching. Please subscribe using the link below so we can continue making new content. Your subscription to the channel means a lot to us! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ5kKhnQUbZmABUeJJvj9aw?sub_confirmation=1====================================================================About us: Host/Military Historian/Film Consultant/US Army and USMC Veteran - Colin Heatonhttps://www.heatonlewisbooks.comScreenwriter/Director/Producer/US Marine Corps Veteran - Michael Droberghttps://imdb.me/michaeldroberghttps://www.10thlegionpictures.comEmail The Forgotten History Team: droknows@hotmail.comBrand Deal Inquiries: john@smallscreenmarketing.comEditor: Pablo Kawai====================================================================Associated channel for sci-fi, fantasy, comedy, and film related topics:https://www.youtube.com/c/10thLegionPictures====================================================================-COPYRIGHT DISCLAIMER UNDER SECTION 107 OF THE COPYRIGHT ACT 1976- Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. #forgottenhistorychannel Sources:OpenSecretsAmerican OversightThe Washington PostNew York PostThe GuardianReutersThe Wall Street Journal.Washington MonthlyAmerican Journal NewsOCCRPAl JazeeraNewsweekCongressional RecordNBC NewsCBS NewsABC NewsOffice of Inspector GeneralAxiosAnchorage Daily NewsTIMERoll Call