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U.S. Senator from Connecticut

Born

February 13, 1946

Age 80

Phone

(202) 224-2823

Office

503 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510, Washington 20510

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Senator|Democrat|Connecticut

Richard Blumenthal

Richard Blumenthal is an American politician and attorney serving as the senior United States senator from the state of Connecticut. A member of the Democratic Party, he has been a member of the Senate since 2011. Blumenthal previously served as U.S. attorney for the District of Connecticut, as a member of the Connecticut General Assembly, and as the 23rd Connecticut attorney general.

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Voting Record — 851

Yes29%

No70%

Present0%

Not Voting1%

Party align98%

Cross-party1%

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Richard Blumenthal

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Richard's ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 114 sponsored · 611 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.govJan 7(source)

I join my colleagues from MN & the many local & state lawmakers & law enforcement officials who have called for peace in the aftermath of this terrible tragedy. 2/

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.govJan 7(source)

This horrific tragedy was both predictable & preventable. For months, armed ICE & CBP agents have roamed American cities & brutally assaulted American citizens with seemingly no repercussions—& now, a woman is dead. My heart breaks for her family & loved ones. 1/

The New York Times

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An ICE agent shot and killed a person in Minneapolis on Wednesday, federal authorities said. The shooting in a residential neighborhood comes days after the Trump administration ramped up the agency’s presence in the city. Follow live updates. nyti.ms/4qgGgYU

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.govJan 7(source)

After promising to end forever wars, Trump must explain to the American people why he wants to drag the US into another armed conflict.

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.govJan 7(source)

There appears to be no clear justification or exit strategy. Trump is seemingly conducting a continuing military operation not a law enforcement action. Maduro is in custody, but an American armada remains poised to invade again. They must come to Congress for approval.

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.govJan 7(source)

Today's classified briefing gave me absolutely zero comfort. Continuing military action & unrest in Venezuela risk spiraling out of control.

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.govJan 7(source)

CT is right to stand up to the administration’s blatant power grab. States should be free to run their own elections & there is no evidence that voter fraud is a widespread issue. I am hopeful the courts will judge this lawsuit for what it is—meritless.

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.govJan 7(source)

Trump & his lackeys can try to bully CT all they want, but the facts are clear: this type of national voter roll poses a real risk to people’s privacy & would be completely unprecedented.

CT sued for refusing to hand voter info to Trump administration, officials say

Connecticut is among 23 states, as well as the District of Columbia, facing similar lawsuits over voter information.

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.govJan 7(source)

Do not forget: Democracy is not guaranteed. It cannot be taken for granted. 3

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.govJan 7(source)

Do not forget: Police were brutally attacked, injured & killed, doing their job to enable a peaceful democratic transition of power. They still bear the scars. So does democracy. 2/

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.govJan 7(source)

Do not forget: Five years ago, rioters incited by Trump tried to destroy our democracy. Trump pardoned & then glorified them, & then empowered them in key Administration offices. We cannot allow his rewriting history. 1/

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.govJan 6(source)

Noem’s nearly 50% FEMA staff cuts would be catastrophic—crippling aid to Americans struggling through natural catastrophes. She should face Americans who face hurricanes, earthquakes, floods & more.

Emails outline potential cuts affecting thousands of FEMA disaster responders

Any FEMA terminations are likely to come in waves, according to three people familiar with the plans.

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.govJan 6(source)

Trump “in charge”? Venezuela has the same repressive regime, only the names have changed. Trump running Venezuela means no strategy, no legal support, no national security purpose, & now, no moral partners.

Venezuela launches wave of repression after US seizure of Nicolás Maduro

Armed militias patrol the streets and journalists arrested as government crackdown on dissent widens

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.govJan 6(source)

If the Trump Admin is so confident that the science warrants changing childhood vaccines recommendations, why not follow proper procedures & prove it? The answer is simple: they can’t. Kids will die because of this decision.

Kennedy Scales Back the Number of Vaccines Recommended for Children

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.govJan 3(source)

Trump cavalierly risks our owning chaos & conflict, American troops in harm’s way, spiraling internal instability, another endless war. It seems to be all about the oil & personal vanity. All without Congressional approval.

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.govJan 3(source)

In Venezuela as in Iraq, “if you break it you own it,” as Colin Powell famously said. Running another country can be a hugely costly quagmire, especially when there’s no end game or national security strategy.

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.govJan 3(source)

President Trump has also articulated no clear end game to prevent further chaos, violence, & bloodshed in Venezuela. The American people deserve—& Congress should demand—facts & clarity. 3

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.govJan 3(source)

We’ve seen several Administrations lead us into conflicts without objectives or timelines & with disastrous consequences. 2/

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.govJan 3(source)

If we’re starting another endless war, with no clear national security strategy or need, count me out. Maduro is a cruel criminal dictator, but President Trump has never sought approval from Congress for war as the Constitution requires—& our military deserves. 1/

The Associated Press

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BREAKING: U.S. President Donald Trump says Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro has been captured after US conducted a "large scale strike" on the country.

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.govJan 1(source)

Happy New Year! Wishing you & yours health, happiness, & hope in 2026.

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.govDec 26(source)

Sunlight is the best disinfectant—especially when building a showy $400 million ballroom. Disclosure of donors, not just designs, is vital. Americans deserve to know what skeletons there may be in the new East Wing closets.

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Sponsored Bills(114)

S. 4936 (119th)
A bill to direct the Secretary of Transportation to promulgate a Federal motor vehicle safet…
S. 4874 (119th)
A bill to amend title 23, United States Code, to improve the safety of children purchasing f…
S. 4843 (119th)
A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to promote comprehensive campus mental heal…
S. 4724 (119th)
A bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to deem certain substances to be un…
S. 4696 (119th)
A bill to establish an express cause of action for violations of the right to record, observ…

Cosponsored Bills(611)

S. Res. 789 (119th)
A resolution recognizing June 2026, as "LGBTQ Pride Month".
Joined: 2026-06-24
S. 4933 (119th)
A bill to award a Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to the individuals who fought for …
Joined: 2026-06-24
S. Res. 794 (119th)
A resolution expressing support for the designation of July 10, 2026, as Journeyman Linework…
Joined: 2026-06-24
S. 4937 (119th)
A bill to amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to prohibit mandatory pre-dispute arbitr…
Joined: 2026-06-24
S. 4879 (119th)
A bill to ensure the right to provide reproductive health care services, and for other purpo…
Joined: 2026-06-24

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Voting History

851 total votes

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Recent roll calls with party-majority context so it is easier to scan how this member tends to vote.

Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
2026-06-24	S.J. Res. 185 (119th)	Begin consideration	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Proceed Rejected (47-50)
2026-06-24	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)
2026-06-24	S.J. Res. 196 (119th)	Begin consideration	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Proceed Rejected (45-52)
2026-06-24	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-44)
2026-06-24	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (50-44)
2026-06-24	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)
2026-06-24	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-45)
2026-06-24	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)
2026-06-23	H. Con. Res. 86 (119th)	Accept House changes	YES	YES	✓	Concurrent Resolution Agreed to (50-48)
2026-06-23	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (67-30)
2026-06-22	H.R. 6644 (119th)	Accept House changes	YES	YES	✓	Motion Agreed to (85-5)
2026-06-18	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (48-39)
2026-06-18	H.R. 6644 (119th)	End debate	YES	YES	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (84-8, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-17	S. Res. 616 (119th)	Motion to Discharge S.Res. 616	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Discharge Rejected (44-50)
2026-06-17	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (54-41)
2026-06-17	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (55-39)
2026-06-17	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (54-41)
2026-06-16	H.R. 6644 (119th)	Begin consideration	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (87-8)
2026-06-16	S.J. Res. 172 (119th)	Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 172	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Discharge Rejected (47-48)
2026-06-16	S.J. Res. 190 (119th)	Begin consideration	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Proceed Rejected (46-48)
2026-06-15	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (48-43)
2026-06-11	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (47-43)
2026-06-11	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (49-44)
2026-06-10	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-44)
2026-06-10	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (50-44)
2026-06-10	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (48-45)
2026-06-09	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-46)
2026-06-08	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (49-42)
2026-06-05	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Budgetary Discipline Re: Lee Amdt. No. 5804)	NO	NO	✓	Motion Rejected (50-49, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-05	S. 2 (119th)	Motion (Wyden Motion to Commit S. 2 to the Committee on the Judiciary with Instructions)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (48-51)
2026-06-05	S. 1318 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Rejected (47-52)
2026-06-05	S. 2 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Bill Passed (52-47)
2026-06-05	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Schiff Amdt. No. 5740)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (51-48, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-05	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Van Hollen Amdt. No. 5632)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (53-46, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-05	S. 2 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (45-53)
2026-06-05	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Cassidy Amdt. No. 5812)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (52-47, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-05	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Coons Amdt. No. 5457)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (54-45, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-05	S. 2 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (46-53)
2026-06-05	S. 2 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (47-52)
2026-06-05	S. 2 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (46-53)
2026-06-05	S. 2 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (46-53)
2026-06-05	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Durbin Amdt. No. 5806)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (48-51, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-04	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Booker Amdt. No. 5803)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (46-53, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-04	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Baldwin Amdt. No. 5485)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (46-53, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-04	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Sanders Amdt. No. 5451)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (45-53, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-04	S. 2 (119th)	Motion (Warnock Motion to Commit S. 2 to the Committee on the Judiciary with Instructions)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (46-52)
2026-06-04	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Kim Amdt. No. 5545)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (46-53, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-04	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Hickenlooper Amdt. No. 5501)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (51-47, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-04	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Graham Amdt. No. 5779)	NO	NO	✓	Motion Rejected (48-50, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-04	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Warner Amdt. No. 5556)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (49-49, 3/5 majority required)

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