trying to buy elections. >> it's not clear stier will be at the debate at the end of this month, it is unlikely given the time crunch. it will certainly make a statement in this campaign. >> quite an email list he has put together too that will come in handy with millions of people there. after nbc news reported senate majority leader mitch mcconnell's great-great-grandfather own slaves mcconnell responded by trying a little parallel. >> i find myself once again in the same position as president obama. we both opposed reparations and we both are the defendants of slaveholders. >> reporter: baltimore sun reported that former president obama's great great great grandparents did own slaves. the house will friday on a case of steny hoyer. a major issue after emotional testimony on capitol hill in recent weeks, authorization for the victims compensation fund about to expire next year.