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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 — 552
Yes40%
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 · 194 cosponsored
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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govMar 5(source)
Grateful to members of IAFF Local 42, 1055, and 3133 for stopping by my office in Washington to discuss how Congress can better support our local firefighters. I’ll keep fighting to ensure you get the federal funding you need to keep our communities and first responders safe!
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govMar 5(source)
I’m deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Congressman Sylvester Turner. As a former Mayor of Houston and Representative of the 18th District of Texas, he leaves a legacy of public service and commitment to community. May he rest in peace, and may his memory be a blessing.
NBC News
@nbcnews.com
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BREAKING: Rep. Sylvester Turner has died at the age of 70 after suffering a medical emergency, according to two House Democratic lawmakers. Turner was just weeks into his first term in Congress.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govMar 4(source)
Last night, I joined Maxine Waters and Financial Services Committee Democrats as we traveled to HUD to demand an end to the Trump Administration’s efforts to obliterate the agency and programs that support affordable housing for American families. #HandsOffHousing!
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govMar 4(source)
Another massive handout to a bloodthirsty dictator in Vladimir Putin, at the expense of Ukrainian warriors who are on the frontlines in the battle for freedom and democracy. Congress appropriated this funding to Ukraine, and we must ensure it is delivered as intended.
Kyle Griffin
@kylegriffin1.bsky.social
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BREAKING: WASHINGTON (AP) - Trump orders pausing of US military aid for Ukraine after Oval Office blowup, pressuring Zelenskyy on Russia talks.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govMar 4(source)
Rather than working with our longtime allies and trading partners to lower costs for hardworking families, President Trump has started a trade war that will ensure every American sees higher costs at the grocery store. An unnecessary setback to America’s economic recovery.
The Washington Post
@washingtonpost.com
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Tomatoes, T-shirts and cars are among the vast array of goods that could become pricier with new tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govMar 3(source)
March is Women’s History Month, a time to honor the contributions of women and celebrate the bold, groundbreaking achievements of American women in every field. As we honor the bravery of the trailblazing women who came before us, let us continue the ongoing fight for gender equality.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govMar 3(source)
As President Trump and Elon Musk work to dismantle the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, House Democrats and I are fighting to keep this cop on the beat to protect hardworking American families from financial scammers. www.nbcnews.com/politics/con...
House Democrats join legal fight against Trump's efforts to dismantle consumer protection agency
First to NBC News: A group of congressional Democrats filed an amicus brief in support of a lawsuit against the administration’s targeting of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govFeb 28(source)
It’s become abundantly clear that the Trump Administration is seeking to throw Ukraine to the Russian wolves. It is incumbent on Congress to exert its independent powers to continue support for our democratic friends who are resisting Putin’s despicable invasion.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govFeb 28(source)
This is the most embarrassing and shameful moment I’ve ever witnessed from the Oval Office. American leadership publicly siding with a Dictator in Vladimir Putin and berating a democratic friend in Ukraine will not be forgotten by any nation around the world.
Aaron Rupar
@atrupar.com
Open post ↗
ZELENSKYY: Putin broke the ceasefire. What kind of diplomacy, JD, are you speaking about? VANCE: I think it's disrespectful to come into the Oval Office and try to litigate this in front of the American media
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govFeb 28(source)
President Trump, co-president Musk, and their benefactor billionaires from Wall Street are working to gut Social Security so they can give themselves trillions in tax cuts. Stealing from the working class to further enrich the unfathomably wealthy. It’s reverse Robin Hood on steroids.
David Dayen
@ddayen.bsky.social
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BREAKING: Social Security Administration employees receive an email announcing "significant workforce reductions" and encouraging retirements and resignations. Previously sources have stated that cuts could hit 50% of the workforce prospect.org/health/2025-...
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govFeb 28(source)
President Trump’s gag order on public health agencies is harming efforts to contain the bird flu outbreak, which is putting public health at risk & driving up egg prices. I joined @delauro.house.gov & 83 other House Democrats to demand the gag order be lifted & inter-agency collaboration restored.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govFeb 27(source)
Work requirements don’t get people back to work, they just create another layer of bureaucracy to kick people off the rolls. The GOP is just afraid to admit they're trying to rip healthcare away from working class Americans to fund tax cuts for their billionaire donors.
Aaron Rupar
@atrupar.com
Open post ↗
Moments after vowing no cuts to Medicaid, Mike Johnson says he supports work requirements for Medicaid
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govFeb 27(source)
I'm proud to stand with @sylviagarcia.house.gov in supporting the American Dream and Promise Act. Dreamers strengthen our communities, fuel our economy, and deserve a pathway to citizenship. Their future is our future. #HomeIsHere
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govFeb 27(source)
If President Trump and co-President Musk move forward with this, it will mean more delays, disruptions, and denial of benefits for Americans trying to access Social Security. It’s a backdoor cut to a program that is overwhelmingly supported by the American public. www.newsweek.com/social-secur...
Social Security Administration workforce to be cut by half: reports
The reports on Wednesday evening said that staffing numbers would be slashed, including at field offices.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govFeb 27(source)
Farmers are already facing difficult economic situations amid rising input costs. Now they are also dealing with canceled grants & contracts, which are hindering their ability to stay afloat. That’s why I sent a letter to USDA to resume funding & reinstate staff. cleaver.house.gov/media-center...
Congressman Cleaver Warns of Impact of Trump Administration’s Federal Funding Freeze on Missouri Agriculture, Calls on USDA to Restore Funding for Local Projects
(Washington, D.C.) – This week, following the termination of a federal grant to the Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council and the
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govFeb 26(source)
Many Missouri families are struggling with America’s housing affordability crisis. Yet, the Trump Administration is enacting draconian cuts at HUD which will only exacerbate our challenge to expand access to safe, stable, and affordable housing. www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...
HUD cuts expected to worsen America’s housing crisis, staffers say
The Department of Housing and Urban Development is expected to be slashed in half, according to an internal memo obtained by The Washington Post.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govFeb 26(source)
As Republicans in Congress work to pass another handout to their billionaire donors, I voted against their budget proposal that would ensure working class families in Missouri face higher costs on everything from healthcare to groceries. More here: cleaver.house.gov/media-center...
Congressman Cleaver Votes against Republican Budget Bill That Would Gut Medicaid, SNAP, and other Essential Services to Fund Tax Cuts for the Wealthy
(Washington, D.C.) – Last night, U.S. Representative Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) voted against House Republicans’ reckless budget scheme that enables the gutting of Medicaid, SNAP, and other vital gove...
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Voting History
552 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
2026-01-22H. Res. 1014 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Passed
2026-01-22H. Res. 1014 (119th)Approve amendmentYESYES✓Agreed to
2026-01-22H. Res. 1014 (119th)End debate nowNONO✓Passed
2026-01-21H.J. Res. 140 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2026-01-21H.R. 6945 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2026-01-21H.R. 6945 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2026-01-21H. Res. 1009 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Passed
2026-01-21H. Res. 1009 (119th)End debate nowNONO✓Passed
2026-01-21H.R. 5764 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2026-01-20H.R. 5763 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2026-01-15H.R. 2988 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2026-01-15H.R. 2988 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2026-01-15H.R. 2988 (119th)Approve amendmentYESYES✓Agreed to
2026-01-14H.R. 7006 (119th)Final passageYESYES✓Passed
2026-01-14H.R. 7006 (119th)Approve amendmentNONO✓Failed
2026-01-14H.R. 7006 (119th)Approve amendmentNONO✓Failed
2026-01-14H. Res. 992 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Passed
2026-01-14H. Res. 992 (119th)End debate nowNONO✓Passed
2026-01-13H.R. 4593 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2026-01-13H.R. 4593 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2026-01-13H.R. 2312 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2026-01-13H.R. 2270 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2026-01-13H.R. 2262 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Failed
2026-01-13H.R. 2262 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2026-01-13H. Res. 988 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Passed
2026-01-13H. Res. 988 (119th)End debate nowNONO✓Passed
2026-01-13H.R. 6504 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2026-01-13H.R. 6500 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2026-01-12H.R. 2683 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2026-01-09H.R. 5184 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2026-01-08H.R. 1834 (119th)Final passageYESYES✓Passed
2026-01-08H. Res. 780 (119th)Approve resolutionYESYES✓Passed
2026-01-08H.R. 131 (119th)Passage, Objections of the President To The Contrary NotwithstandingYESYES✓Failed
2026-01-08H.R. 504 (119th)Passage, Objections of the President To The Contrary NotwithstandingYESYES✓Failed
2026-01-08H.R. 6938 (119th)Final passageYESYES✓Passed
2026-01-08H.R. 6938 (119th)Retaining Divisions B and CYESYES✓Passed
2026-01-08H.R. 6938 (119th)Retaining Division AYESYES✓Passed
2026-01-07H. Res. 780 (119th)Motion to DischargeYESYES✓Passed
2026-01-07H. Res. 977 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Passed
2026-01-07H. Res. 977 (119th)End debate nowNONO✓Passed
2026-01-06—Call of the HousePRESENT——Passed
2025-12-18H.R. 498 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-12-18H.R. 498 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2025-12-18H.R. 845 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-12-18H.R. 845 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2025-12-18H.R. 1366 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-12-18H.R. 1366 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2025-12-18H.R. 4776 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-12-18H.R. 4776 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2025-12-18H.R. 4776 (119th)Approve amendmentNONO✓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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