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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.govOct 28(source)
The administration’s decision to furlough nearly 80% of the National Nuclear Security Administration federal workforce, which has never happened before despite multiple government shutdowns, undermines our national security and hurts workers in #MO05. I'm calling on them to reverse this action.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govOct 28(source)
The administration shouldn’t play politics with American families struggling to keep food on the table. They have contingency dollars to keep delivering SNAP benefits to Missouri households—and I’ll keep pushing them to do so.
House Agriculture Committee Democrats
@houseagdems.bsky.social
Open post ↗
Trump's Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins has the authority to ensure SNAP benefits continue during the shutdown. Their own shutdown guidance confirmed it. Instead, they decided to illegally reverse course and cut SNAP benefits for 42M hard working Americans. Hunger is not a political tool. Shameful.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govOct 27(source)
From new sidewalks to safer crossings, the completed Independence Square Streetscape Project is proof that when we invest in our communities, everyone benefits. I am proud to have delivered more than $3 million in federal funding to help make this vision a reality!
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govOct 27(source)
We are now on day 27 of the Republican shutdown. But instead of negotiating with Democrats to reopen the government, pay federal workers, and solve the Republican health care crisis, the Speaker has extended House Republicans’ month-long vacation.
tony romm
@tonyromm.bsky.social
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In Washington, there's no sign of progress in ending the shutdown, and President Trump has not even tried to lead any talks Around the country, in the meantime, the hardships are really starting to mount for federal workers. www.nytimes.com/2025/10/26/u...
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govOct 27(source)
The Big Ugly Bill made the largest cut to SNAP in history. Now, the administration is playing politics with these benefits. That’s why I joined 213 House Democrats in calling on USDA to maintain funding for SNAP during the Republican shutdown. cleaver.house.gov/media-center...
Rep. Cleaver Joins House Democrats in Urging USDA to Take Immediate Action to Fund SNAP
(Washington, D.C.) – Today, U.S. Representative Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) joined Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (D-CT) and 212 other House Democrats in sending a letter to U.S.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govOct 27(source)
Breaking ground, building hope. Proud to celebrate the start of the Parade Park redevelopment—a project rooted in equity, community, and progress for Kansas City’s East Side. This project will bring new housing, jobs, and opportunity right where they’re needed most.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govOct 24(source)
“millions of people will see their health insurance payments double or even triple in 2026.” “by far the largest annual premium increases in recent years.” “affecting up to 17 million Americans” This is why Democrats are fighting to #ProtectOurCare and lower costs!
The Washington Post
@washingtonpost.com
Open post ↗
Exclusive: Average Obamacare premiums are set to rise 30 percent, documents show. The price increases — affecting up to 17 million Americans who buy coverage on the federal marketplace — are by far the largest annual premium increases in recent years.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govOct 24(source)
“Some 181 farmers filed for bankruptcy protection in the first half of the year, a 60 percent increase from the year before and the highest six-month reading since 2020” But instead of supporting American farmers, the president gave a $20 billion bailout to Argentina.
The Washington Post
@washingtonpost.com
Open post ↗
Many farmers support President Trump. But they have been crushed by the effects of his trade war with China. Now, they’re bewildered by his decision to buy beef from Argentina to bring down prices, which they see as antithetical to his campaign promises.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govOct 24(source)
The president’s tariff taxes are driving up prices on everyday essentials that American families depend on. It’s time for Republicans in Congress to utilize their Article One powers under the constitution to put an end to this reckless experiment.
FactPost
@factpostnews.bsky.social
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Reporter: It is not just in your head. Food prices are indeed climbing. Meat, poultry, fish, and eggs skyrocketed by 5.6%, with eggs alone soaring a staggering 27.3%. With food prices climbing at 3%, they are outpacing the overall inflation rate
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govOct 24(source)
I was proud to help secure federal dollars for this project through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, and I look forward to the tremendous benefits it will bring to communities across #MO05. Together, we’ll keep building a better Kansas City for all.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govOct 24(source)
The regionalism and bipartisan cooperation of Kansas City is what allows our communities to flourish—and there’s no better example of this than the #KCStreetCar. From the River Market to UMKC, the Main Street Extension will connect communities, expand opportunities, and help move KC forward.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govOct 23(source)
“more than half of U.S. farms are losing money, threatening small towns and rural economies.” Farm bankruptcies are up 56% from the previous year. The president’s tariff taxes are crushing American farmers and small businesses nationwide. www.npr.org/2025/10/16/n...
American farmers are hurting. Trump's trade war is making it worse
Farmers are struggling this fall despite a bountiful harvest. Production costs are high, crop prices are low and the trade war has closed off one of their biggest markets.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govOct 23(source)
Hardworking families are already struggling to keep up with the rising cost of groceries, electricity, and rent due to the president’s tariff taxes. Democrats are fighting to prevent Republicans from ending ACA tax credits and driving up health care costs as well.
House Democrats
@housedemocrats.bsky.social
Open post ↗
Instead of working to lower costs, Republicans want to raise them even higher—including the cost of health care.  Americans can’t afford this Republican agenda.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govOct 23(source)
The only thing a dictator like Putin understands is strength. I’m glad the president has finally decided to take off the kiddie gloves and start using the awesome power of the U.S. to hold Russia accountable for their despicable invasion of Ukraine.
The Wall Street Journal
@wsj.com
Open post ↗
The U.S. has hit Moscow’s biggest oil producers at a vulnerable time for the country’s economy.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govOct 23(source)
Millions of federal workers nationwide are missing paychecks, and more are at risk of being furloughed because of the Republican shutdown. Republicans need to end their month-long vacation, return to Washington, and negotiate a bipartisan budget bill that reopens government.
The Kansas City Star
@kansascity.com
Open post ↗
The plant is under contract with the U.S. Department of Energy. The union says that the plant will enter shutdown mode Oct. 27.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govOct 23(source)
The Republican-manufactured health care crisis is not something that can wait. Families are already receiving notices about their skyrocketing health care premiums. But instead of working with Democrats to lower costs for American families, Republicans are keeping the government shut down.
Ways and Means Committee Democrats
@waysmeanscmte.bsky.social
Open post ↗
No state is safe from skyrocketing health care premiums. A 60-year-old couple will pay an average of $1,530 more every month next year—and in some states, that number is even higher.
Infographic with bar graph illustrating average premium increases per month for a 60-year-old couple by state—with a nationwide average of $1,530. In large text: Premiums are skyrocketing. In smaller text: Thanks to Republicans, no state is safe from skyrocketing premiums. Source: Protect Our Care
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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.

DateBillQuestionPositionParty MajAlign?Result
2025-06-04H. Res. 458 (119th)End debate nowNONO✓Passed
2025-06-03H.R. 1804 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-06-03H.R. 1642 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-05-22H.R. 1 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-05-22H.R. 1 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2025-05-22S.J. Res. 31 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-05-22H. Res. 436 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Passed
2025-05-22H. Res. 436 (119th)End debate nowNONO✓Passed
2025-05-22H. Res. 436 (119th)Consideration of the ResolutionNONO✓Passed
2025-05-22H. Res. 436 (119th)Consideration of the ResolutionNONO✓Passed
2025-05-22—Motion to AdjournYESYES✓Failed
2025-05-20S.J. Res. 13 (119th)Final passageNOT_VOTINGNO—Passed
2025-05-20H.R. 1223 (119th)Fast-track passageNOT_VOTINGYES—Passed
2025-05-20H. Res. 426 (119th)Approve resolutionNOT_VOTINGNO—Passed
2025-05-20H. Res. 426 (119th)End debate nowNOT_VOTINGNO—Passed
2025-05-19H.R. 1286 (119th)Fast-track passageNOT_VOTINGYES—Passed
2025-05-19H.R. 1263 (119th)Fast-track passageNOT_VOTINGYES—Passed
2025-05-15H.R. 2240 (119th)Final passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-05-15H.R. 2255 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-05-14H. Res. 352 (119th)Motion to Suspend the Rules and AgreeYESYES✓Passed
2025-05-14H.R. 2243 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-05-14H. Res. 405 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Passed
2025-05-14H. Res. 405 (119th)End debate nowNONO✓Passed
2025-05-14H.R. 2215 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-05-13H.R. 249 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-05-13H. Con. Res. 30 (119th)Motion to Suspend the Rules and AgreeYESYES✓Passed
2025-05-08H.R. 276 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-05-08H.R. 276 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2025-05-07H.R. 881 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-05-07H.R. 1503 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-05-06H. Res. 377 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Passed
2025-05-06H. Res. 377 (119th)End debate nowNONO✓Passed
2025-05-05H.R. 36 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-05-05H.R. 530 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-05-01H.J. Res. 88 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-05-01H.J. Res. 78 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-04-30H.J. Res. 89 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-04-30H.J. Res. 87 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-04-29H.J. Res. 60 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-04-29H.R. 859 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-04-29H.R. 1442 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-04-29H.R. 1402 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-04-29H. Res. 354 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Passed
2025-04-29H. Res. 354 (119th)End debate nowNONO✓Passed
2025-04-28S. 146 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-04-28H.R. 973 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-04-10H.R. 22 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-04-10H.R. 22 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2025-04-10H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)Accept Senate changesNONO✓Passed
2025-04-10H.R. 1228 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓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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