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Representative for Virginia District 8

Born

June 20, 1950

Age 75

Phone

(202) 225-4376

Office

1226 Longworth House Office Building, Washington 20515

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Virginia District 8

Donald S. Beyer, Jr.

Donald Sternoff Beyer Jr. is an American politician, businessman, and diplomat serving as the U.S. representative for Virginia's 8th congressional district since 2015. A member of the Democratic Party, his district is located in Northern Virginia and includes Alexandria, Falls Church, Arlington, and parts of eastern Fairfax County.

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Voting Record — 569

Yes41%

No56%

Present1%

Not Voting3%

Party align98%

Cross-party0%

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Congressional District 8

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Donald S. Beyer, Jr.

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratVirginia District 8

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Donald S.'s ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 54 sponsored · 182 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Congressman Don Beyer@beyer.house.govMar 20(source)

Trump has made no effort to disguise the fact that the arrests of academics like Suri and Mahmoud Khalil are intended to have a chilling effect and discourage the free expression of political views which Trump dislikes. bsky.app/profile/beye...

Congressman Don Beyer

@beyer.house.gov

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Trump and Rubio's detention and attempted deportation of Mahmoud Khalil are among the worst assaults on free speech and the First Amendment since the McCarthy era. Whatever you think of Khalil's views, his speech is protected. Stripping that protection will have terrible, far reaching consequences.

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Congressman Don Beyer@beyer.house.govMar 20(source)

The ‘justification’ given for these violations of Mr. Suri’s right to due process is another violation of the Constitution: a blatant attack on the First Amendment. Mr. Suri and his family are unfortunately the latest victim of President Trump’s assault on the freedom of speech.

Congressman Don Beyer@beyer.house.govMar 20(source)

Mr. Suri, here legally and not accused of a crime, was surrounded outside the Northern Virginia home where he lives with his wife –a US citizen– and their children, arrested by masked authorities without explanation, disappeared, imprisoned, denied access to counsel, and had his student visa revoked

Congressman Don Beyer@beyer.house.govMar 20(source)

Earlier this week my constituent, Badar Khan Suri, a Georgetown postdoctoral fellow, was detained outside his Rosslyn home. He remains in detention despite not being accused of a crime, a clear violation of his constitutional rights. He must be released. beyer.house.gov/news/documen...

Beyer Statement On Badar Khan Suri

“Badar Khan Suri’s detention is a clear violation of his constitutional rights, and he must be released. Mr. Suri is here lawfully and is not accused of a crime, yet he was surrounded outside the Northern Virginia home where he lives with his wife – an American citizen – and their children, arrested by masked authorities without explanation, disappeared, imprisoned, denied access to legal counsel, and had his student visa revoked.

“The ‘justification’ given for these violations of Mr. Suri’s right to due process is another violation of the Constitution: a blatant attack on the First Amendment. Mr. Suri and his family are unfortunately the latest victim of President Trump’s assault on the freedom of speech. Trump has made no effort to disguise the fact that the arrests of academics like Suri and Mahmoud Khalil is intended to have a chilling effect and discourage the free expression of political views which Trump dislikes.

“In both cases, the administration has punished speech with frightening, extreme measures that, if it happened in another country, most of us would not hesitate to call ‘authoritarianism.’ It is authoritarianism, and while some will find false consolation in their own disagreements with the views expressed by those detained, the truth is that the horrifying precedent established by these cases may lead to the persecution of other individuals and groups with unforeseen consequences.

“The courts must consider Mr. Suri’s case with all possible speed, given the administration’s track record of attempting to deny constitutional rights in ways that are difficult to undo before judicial remedies can be provided. Above all, the administration must stop its assault on the Bill of Rights, and until it does all reasonable people who claim to defend the Constitution must oppose what is happening to Badar Khan Suri.”

Congressman Don Beyer@beyer.house.govMar 19(source)

Netanyahu's decision to reignite the war in Gaza is a tragedy in the making. My full statement:

Congressman Don Beyer@beyer.house.govMar 19(source)

Judge Chuang’s decision emphasizes what we have been saying: Elon Musk and DOGE’s efforts to dismantle USAID are illegal, unconstitutional, and corrupt. It’s an authoritarian assault on a federal agency established and funded by Congress.

Kyle Cheney

@kyledcheney.bsky.social

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NEW: A federal judge rebuked Elon Musk and DOGE for likely violating the constitution in their race to dismantle USAID. www.politico.com/news/2025/03...

Congressman Don Beyer@beyer.house.govMar 19(source)

If you have to pick a lock to get in somewhere something fishy might be going on. When I arrived at USIP two nights ago – DOGE had done just that. Unlawfully removing private nonprofit workers from their jobs and weaponizing law enforcement to do it.

CNN

@cnn.com

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The US Institute of Peace has filed suit against the Trump administration after the DOGE's takeover of the independent organization and gutting of its board.

Congressman Don Beyer@beyer.house.govMar 19(source)

Trump and DOGE overstepped executive authority by using force to break into USIP. Infringing on the rights of private nonprofits is another way this administration is undermining democracy and taking away independence from organizations simply trying to do their jobs. www.youtube.com/watch?v=eZg9...

Congressman Don Beyer@beyer.house.govMar 19(source)

Thousands of IRS workers were fired under the false pretext of "performance failures," despite never having undergone such reviews. IRS’ own lawyers said this could constitute fraud. Yet another illegal act designed to benefit Trump, Musk, and their wealthy tax evading friends.

Andy Kroll

@andykroll.bsky.social

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SCOOP: Before the IRS fired nearly 7,000 probationary employees, a senior lawyer raised the alarm that: - the terminations contained "false" information - they amounted to a "fraud" on the US judicial system Don't miss this @propublica.org exclusive: www.propublica.org/article/trum...

Congressman Don Beyer@beyer.house.govMar 18(source)

House Democrats are going to oppose this every step of the way: larson.house.gov/media-center...

Larson Leads 152 House Democrats Urging the Trump Administration to Halt Plans to Gut Social Security

Washington, D.C. - Today, House Ways and Means Social Security Subcommittee Ranking Member John B. Larson (CT-01) led 152 House Democrats, including every Democrat on the Ways and Means Committee, in ...

Congressman Don Beyer@beyer.house.govMar 18(source)

As President Trump continues to falsely claim his administration won’t touch Social Security, leaked documents reveal plans to further strain operations that could lead to longer call wait times and delayed processing of Social Security benefits.

Axios

@axios.com

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BREAKING: DOGE plots to cut Social Security phone support, according to leaked memo, despite the Trump admin repeatedly saying it doesn't plan change the program beyond addressing fraud and waste. trib.al/FGerC2d

Congressman Don Beyer@beyer.house.govMar 18(source)

Medicaid gives 80 million Americans the ability to access care they desperately need, like my constituents Mary Lee Ruby and Michael Thomas. Donald Trump and Republicans want to force people like Mary Lee and Michael off Medicaid to give billionaires tax cuts. www.youtube.com/watch?v=reoc...

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Ways and Means Committee Democrats@waysmeanscmte.bsky.socialMar 18(source)

“Without Medicaid, I could die.” Medicaid is a lifeline. It's not a shortcut for Republicans to give handouts to billionaires. whyy.org/articles/del...

Del. congressional delegation argues GOP plans deep cuts to Medicaid

The GOP budget plan, which received bipartisan support in the U.S. Senate, directs a House committee to find $880 million in spending cuts.

Reposted byCongressman Don Beyer

Katherine Clark@whipkclark.bsky.socialMar 18(source)

Medicaid is America's single largest health care provider. Republicans are plotting to steal care from 80 million Americans — all to enrich their billionaire donors. Today, Democrats are hosting a nationwide Day of Action to fight back.

Reposted byCongressman Don Beyer

Congressman Don Beyer@beyer.house.govMar 18(source)

I was at USIP tonight to conduct congressional oversight over DOGE’s break in. I spoke with Acting President & CEO Moose. USIP is an independent, non-profit entity and I will work to stop DOGE’s illegal power grab.

NBC4 Washington

@nbcwashington.com

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DOGE broke into the U.S. Institute of Peace headquarters in Northwest D.C. Monday evening, the independent nonprofit’s CEO said.

Congressman Don Beyer@beyer.house.govMar 18(source)

NBC4 Washington

@nbcwashington.com

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DOGE broke into the U.S. Institute of Peace headquarters in Northwest D.C. Monday evening, the independent nonprofit’s CEO said.

Congressman Don Beyer@beyer.house.govMar 17(source)

Arlington National Cemetery is a sacred place of honor and respect for those who have served our nation. This censorship from the Trump administration does not erase or diminish the service and sacrifices of Black, Hispanic, and women veterans who fought for our freedoms.

Jen Bendery

@jbendery.bsky.social

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Arlington Cemetery website scrubs links about Black and female veterans www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/202...

Reposted byCongressman Don Beyer

Andrew Freedman@afreedma.bsky.socialMar 17(source)

NEW: NOAA and other climate, energy agencies are reinstating fired probationary employees at least temporarily while court cases play out. Details: www.axios.com/2025/03/17/c...

Climate, energy agencies bring back probationary employees

The moves were in response to recent court decisions, the administration said.

Congressman Don Beyer@beyer.house.govMar 17(source)

Yet another scary example of this administration's addiction to lawlessness.

Marc Caputo

@marcacaputo.bsky.social

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EXCLUSIVE: The White House says it ignored a court order to turn around 2 planeloads of accused Venezuelan gang members because the flights were over international waters and therefore the ruling didn't apply This headed to the Supreme Court Court www.axios.com/2025/03/16/t...

Congressman Don Beyer@beyer.house.govMar 17(source)

CNN: Retail sales came in weaker than expected, another bad sign for the US economy www.cnn.com/2025/03/17/e...

Retail sales came in weaker than expected, another bad sign for the US economy | CNN Business

Spending at US retailers last month was much weaker than expected, in a troubling sign that the American shopper could be starting to tap out.

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Sponsored Bills(54)

H.R. 9261 (119th)
To provide paid family and medical leave to Federal employees, and for other purposes.
H.R. 9213 (119th)
To require the Administrator of the Federal Railroad Administration to study the implementat…
H.R. 9181 (119th)
To require the Administrator of the Federal Railroad Administration to establish a pilot pro…
H.R. 9182 (119th)
To require the Administrator of the Federal Railroad Administration to study improving rail …
H.R. 9183 (119th)
To require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to carry out a study on …

Cosponsored Bills(182)

H. Res. 1366 (119th)
Commending Taiwan on the 30th anniversary of its first direct presidential election in 1996,…
Joined: 2026-06-11
H. Con. Res. 110 (119th)
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove Un…
Joined: 2026-06-11
H.R. 9286 (119th)
To direct the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information to conduct …
Joined: 2026-06-11
H.R. 9289 (119th)
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the tax credit for contributions of ind…
Joined: 2026-06-11
H.R. 9205 (119th)
To expand the Gun Free School Zones Act, and for other purposes.
Joined: 2026-06-08

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Voting History

569 total votes

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Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
2026-03-28	H. Res. 1142 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-28	—	Motion to Adjourn	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-27	H.R. 7084 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-26	H.R. 8029 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-26	H.R. 8029 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-03-26	H. Res. 1128 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-25	H.R. 5103 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-25	H.R. 5103 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-03-25	H. Res. 1131 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-25	H. Res. 1131 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-24	H.R. 6422 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-03-19	H.R. 4638 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-18	H.J. Res. 139 (119th)	Fast-track passage	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-03-18	H.R. 1958 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-18	H.R. 556 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-18	H.R. 556 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-03-17	H. Res. 1115 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-17	H. Res. 1115 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-17	S. 3971 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-03-17	H.R. 4294 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-03-05	H.R. 7744 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-05	H.R. 7744 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-03-05	H. Con. Res. 38 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-03-05	H. Res. 1099 (119th)	Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree	NO	YES	✕	Passed
2026-03-04	H. Res. 1100 (119th)	Motion to Refer	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-03-04	H.R. 6472 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-03-04	S. 723 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-03-04	H. Res. 1095 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-04	H. Res. 1095 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-25	H.R. 4758 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-25	H.R. 4758 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-02-24	H.R. 4626 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-24	H.R. 4626 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-02-24	H. Res. 1075 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-24	H. Res. 1075 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-24	S. 2503 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-02-24	H.R. 6329 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-02-12	H.R. 2189 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-11	S. 1383 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-11	S. 1383 (119th)	Motion to Commit	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-02-11	H.R. 261 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-11	H.R. 261 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-02-11	H.J. Res. 72 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-02-11	H.R. 3617 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-11	H.R. 3617 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-02-11	H. Res. 1057 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-11	H. Res. 1057 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-11	H. Res. 1042 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-02-11	H. Res. 1042 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-10	H.R. 1531 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed

Alignment stats consider only votes where a clear yes/no majority existed for the legislator's party. Cross-party marks divergence where the vote matched the opposite party majority. ↔ indicates cross-party divergence.

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