The Republican and Democratic leaders of the Senate on Monday began what will be a week of remembrance of Sen. John McCain and praised him as a lawmaker who fought against the polarization of politics.

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., praised the Arizona Republican, who died Saturday at 81 of brain cancer, in a long floor speech that recalled their final meeting in Sedona, Ariz., where they replayed memorable moments in their Senate careers.

Recommended Stories

Shutdown fight: Left-wing Democrats take a tea party turn

Obamacare subsidy deal further out of reach as bipartisan talks sputter

Graham was one of the most influential, if unlikely, leaders in Trump’s Washington