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Representative for Missouri District 5

Born

October 26, 1944

Age 81

Phone

(202) 225-4535

Office

2217 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington 20515

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Missouri District 5

Emanuel Cleaver

Emanuel Cleaver II is an American politician and United Methodist pastor serving as the U.S. representative for Missouri's 5th congressional district since 2005. A member of the Democratic Party, he previously served as the 51st mayor of Kansas City, Missouri, from 1991 to 1999, becoming the first Black person to hold that role.

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Voting Record — 498

Yes39%

No55%

Present0%

Not Voting5%

Party align99%

Cross-party0%

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Congressional District 5

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Emanuel Cleaver

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratMissouri District 5

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Emanuel's ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 19 sponsored · 188 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govNov 18(source)

“Those losses can affect whole communities, not just the particular patients who rely on Medicaid; patients with private insurance will also lose access to services…And the costs of health insurance could go up as hospitals try to squeeze more dollars from the patients who are still paying”

tony romm

@tonyromm.bsky.social

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When the G.O.P. Medicaid Cuts Arrive, These Hospitals Will Be Hit Hardest www.nytimes.com/2025/11/18/u...

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govNov 18(source)

Today, I voted to release the Epstein Files. My full statement here:

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govNov 18(source)

Every American is being harmed by the Republican Health Care Crisis, including seniors on Medicare. That’s why Democrats are fighting to extend ACA tax credits and reverse health care cuts included in the president’s Big Ugly Bill. thehill.com/newsletters/...

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Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govNov 18(source)

“Wholesale prices for a turkey have jumped 40% from a year ago” “Beef prices are nearly 15% higher than they were last year” Thanks to the president’s reckless policies, Americans will pay substantially more for their Thanksgiving meals this year. www.npr.org/2025/11/17/n...

Americans could see a big sticker shock for Thanksgiving turkeys this year

Wholesale prices for a turkey have jumped 40% from a year ago.

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govNov 18(source)

The president spent trillions of dollars extending tax breaks for the wealthiest 1% and handed a $40 billion bailout to Argentina. But he refuses to extend ACA tax credits that help working-class families afford health care. It’s cruel and callous. www.bloomberg.com/news/article...

Trump Tells Congress to Not ‘Waste’ Time on Obamacare Subsidies

President Donald Trump said he will not support legislation to extend expanded Affordable Care Act subsidies even as senators are preparing to tee up a vote on the issue, complicating his party’s effo...

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govNov 18(source)

If the president will not uphold his promise to release the Epstein Files, then Congress must. Today, I look forward to voting to release the Epstein Files, bringing justice to the survivors and truth to the American people. I hope that my colleagues in the Senate will do the same.

Aaron Rupar

@atrupar.com

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Khanna: "I don't want the DC swamp playing any games. They should pass this in the Senate. They should not amend it ... no amendments, no adding loopholes. Justice is long overdue."

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govNov 17(source)

After months of warnings that tariff taxes would drive up costs on essential goods and groceries, that’s exactly what we’re seeing in communities across the country. Instead of trying to deny this reality, the administration should work with Congress to lower costs for hardworking families.

FactPost

@factpostnews.bsky.social

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Host fact checks top Trump econ advisor: "Coffee, as you mentioned, up 15%. Uncooked ground beef up 14%. Bananas up 8%. Fresh cakes and cupcakes up 6%. Lettuce up almost 6%... Americans are clearly feeling that prices are continuing to go up."

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govNov 17(source)

America’s partnerships with other premier intelligence agencies around the world help keep our communities safe. The administration’s reckless and lawless actions are threatening these critical relationships. edition.cnn.com/2025/11/11/p...

Exclusive: UK suspends some intelligence sharing with US over boat strike concerns in major break | CNN Politics

The United Kingdom is no longer sharing intelligence with the US about suspected drug trafficking vessels in the Caribbean because it does not want to be complicit in US military strikes and believes ...

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govNov 17(source)

The president’s extreme mass deportation policies are diverting resources away from critical efforts to combat child sex trafficking, terrorism financing, human smuggling. It’s making America less safe. www.nytimes.com/2025/11/16/u...

Homeland Security Missions Falter Amid Focus on Deportations

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govNov 17(source)

When given the option between supporting American families or benefiting corporate interests, this president will always choose to enrich giant corporations. Another example here: www.nytimes.com/2025/11/14/t...

White House Scraps Cash Payments for Delayed or Canceled Flights

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govNov 17(source)

This week, I’ll be voting to release the Epstein Files so that we can ensure accountability for these survivors and provide transparency to the American people.

The Bulwark

@thebulwark.com

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Epstein survivors just demanded the release of the files in this new PSA. Watch it here.

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govNov 14(source)

As Republican policies continue to drive up health care costs for American families, @housedemocrats.bsky.social are fighting to extend ACA tax credits that lower costs for the people. We only need 4 Republicans to join us in that fight. www.notus.org/house/house-...

House Democrats Aim to Force Vote to Extend ACA Subsidies

Democratic leaders introduced a discharge petition to maintain the subsidies for three years.

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govNov 14(source)

The power brokers in Washington who drew the new Missouri map do not understand, or care about, our communities. Their partisan power grab will not benefit anyone but extreme politicians—which is why the people don’t support it. apnews.com/article/redi...

Different needs but similar fears arise in communities on both ends of Missouri's redistricting

The rush to redraw America's congressional maps has put a historically Black neighborhood in downtown Kansas City, Missouri, and a mostly white farming community 100 miles away in the same district.

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govNov 14(source)

The administration’s attempt to erase the sacrifices & achievements of Black Americans throughout our nation’s history is outrageous & deeply offensive. These heroes deserve our respect and gratitude. The administration should restore these honors NOW. www.cnn.com/2025/11/13/p...

Display about Black soldiers in World War II removed from US military cemetery | CNN Politics

Decades ago, as some of the bloodiest fighting in World War II ramped up in Europe, 19-year-old 1st Lt. Jeffersons Wiggins, along with hundreds of other Black soldiers in, were tasked with burying the...

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govNov 14(source)

Tariffs drive up prices and make it harder for American businesses to sell products abroad. I'm glad to see tariff taxes may be reduced on food and essential goods, but the President should just admit his tariff policies are wrong and hurting Americans. www.nytimes.com/2025/11/13/u...

Trump Administration Prepares Tariff Exemptions in Bid to Lower Food Prices

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govNov 14(source)

On World Diabetes Day, I’m proud to support legislation that would reauthorize the Special Diabetes Program. Our bipartisan bill invests in lifesaving T1D research, improving care today and accelerating cures for tomorrow. Together, we'll keep working to support our neighbors with T1D. #SeeT1D

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govNov 13(source)

The administration refuses to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits that lower health care costs for working-class families—but they will spend billions to change the name of the Department of Defense. Once again, the well-being of American families comes last.

FactPost

@factpostnews.bsky.social

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Trump's order to change the Department of Defense's name to the 'Department of War' could cost an estimated $2B in taxpayer dollars.

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govNov 13(source)

The American people will not forget that the Trump administration made the largest cut to SNAP in history this summer—and then used the program and the people who depend on it as political pawns during the Republican shutdown. www.usatoday.com/story/news/p...

SNAP recipients feel 'betrayed' and 'judged' amid government shutdown cuts

Cuts in federal SNAP benefits have forced recipients to look for ways to stretch their grocery budgets or choose between food and medicine.

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govNov 13(source)

At a time when families are already struggling with the rising cost of housing, the administration is gutting housing grants that prevent Americans from becoming homeless. It’s more cruelty that will have devastating consequences for the most vulnerable. www.nytimes.com/2025/11/12/u...

Trump Administration Expected to Drastically Cut Housing Grants

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govNov 13(source)

The Republican spending bill failed to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits that lower health care costs for tens of thousands of families across #MO05. I refused to support legislation that would lead to premiums skyrocketing for my constituents. www.kcur.org/podcast/up-t...

Kansas City Rep. Emanuel Cleaver says he’ll vote ‘no’ on ending shutdown

The U.S. House will vote Wednesday to reopen the government. U.S. Rep. Emanuel Cleaver II, who represents Kansas City, opposes the plan because it fails to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies that wo...

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Sponsored Bills(19)

H.J. Res. 162 (119th)
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of t…
H.R. 8402 (119th)
To amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to increase civics education pro…
H.R. 8325 (119th)
To require an independent review process for the prohibition of books at Bureau of Prisons f…
H.R. 8296 (119th)
To amend the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 t…
H.R. 8002 (119th)
To require coverage of incarcerated workers under the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, and …

Cosponsored Bills(188)

H.R. 8744 (119th)
To prohibit the import of certain goods produced, sourced, made, or otherwise derived from d…
Joined: 2026-05-12
H.R. 8694 (119th)
To amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit short-term, Buy Now, Pay Later loans for …
Joined: 2026-05-07
H. Res. 1254 (119th)
Recognizing the roles and contributions of elementary and secondary school teachers in build…
Joined: 2026-05-04
H.R. 8599 (119th)
To direct the United States Postal Service to submit a report to Congress on mail and packag…
Joined: 2026-04-30
H. Res. 1208 (119th)
Expressing support for honoring Earth Day, and for other purposes.
Joined: 2026-04-22

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Voting History

498 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
2026-01-21	H.R. 6945 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-21	H.R. 6945 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-21	H. Res. 1009 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-21	H. Res. 1009 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-21	H.R. 5764 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-20	H.R. 5763 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-15	H.R. 2988 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-15	H.R. 2988 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-15	H.R. 2988 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Agreed to
2026-01-14	H.R. 7006 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-14	H.R. 7006 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-01-14	H.R. 7006 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-01-14	H. Res. 992 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-14	H. Res. 992 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-13	H.R. 4593 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-13	H.R. 4593 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-13	H.R. 2312 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-13	H.R. 2270 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-13	H.R. 2262 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-01-13	H.R. 2262 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-13	H. Res. 988 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-13	H. Res. 988 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-13	H.R. 6504 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-13	H.R. 6500 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-12	H.R. 2683 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-09	H.R. 5184 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-08	H.R. 1834 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-08	H. Res. 780 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-08	H.R. 131 (119th)	Passage, Objections of the President To The Contrary Notwithstanding	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-08	H.R. 504 (119th)	Passage, Objections of the President To The Contrary Notwithstanding	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-08	H.R. 6938 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-08	H.R. 6938 (119th)	Retaining Divisions B and C	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-08	H.R. 6938 (119th)	Retaining Division A	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-07	H. Res. 780 (119th)	Motion to Discharge	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-07	H. Res. 977 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-07	H. Res. 977 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-06	—	Call of the House	PRESENT	—	—	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 498 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 498 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 845 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 845 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 1366 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 1366 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-17	H.R. 3492 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-17	H.R. 3492 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed

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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