The president swore an oath to protect the Constitution—including the First Amendment. Trying to silence his critics doesn't show strength, it shows weakness.
Congress Member Profile|U.S. Senator|Democrat|Delaware
Christopher A. Coons
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Voting Record — 782
Yes31%
No64%
Present0%
Not Voting5%
Party align94%
Cross-party6%
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Christopher A. Coons
U.S. SenatorDemocratDelaware
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Christopher A.'s ATmosphere Activity
20 recent posts · 51 sponsored · 348 cosponsored
Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.
I’m glad to hear that Jimmy Kimmel is coming back on air this week. But let’s be clear – we’re moving in a very dangerous direction when government agencies are threatening networks because they don’t like the content of their programs.
Republicans voted on Friday to block funding and walk away from fixing their own health care mess. Families can’t afford this dysfunction—government only works if we work together.
Well, I’m glad to see at least someone is increasing sanctions on Russia, and holding China accountable for underpinning Putin’s war effort.
www.nytimes.com/2025/09/19/w...
Trump’s use of the FCC and the federal government to silence a comedian is just another chilling development down the road of ending free speech in America.
America used to be the Leader of the Free World. With President Trump in charge, we're wallpaper.
Annie and I are praying for them, their families, and all law enforcement officers who step forward to protect us. May God welcome these three courageous souls into His arms.
Five brave law enforcement officers put on their uniforms today and went to work to make their communities safer. Now, at least three of them will never come home. No family should have to go through this. No nation should have to mourn so many losses, so often.
Yesterday, I told FBI Director Kash Patel that I’m seeing an FBI leadership more focused on social media clout and on political revenge than on fighting crime.
Today is #ConstitutionDay. For 238 years, our Constitution has embodied the core freedoms and liberties our Founders sought to protect. Trump’s threats to free speech and the rule of law, however, are a reminder that we, the people, must be persistent in safeguarding these core beliefs.
When public servants–judges and journalists and elected officials – are too afraid for their own safety or their family’s safety to stand up and do their jobs, we all suffer. Political violence is never acceptable.
This Hispanic Heritage Month, let’s celebrate the countless contributions of Hispanic communities to our nation’s past, its present, and its future. They're a crucial part of the fabric of our country—and despite the wishes of some in this administration, they're here to stay.
America's soft power used to export freedom, democracy, and capitalism. Thanks to Trump and RFK Jr, now we're exporting anti-science conspiracy theories and measles. www.nytimes.com/2025/09/15/w...
She’s doing this to try and protect this man’s legacy ⤵️
Small businesses are they backbone of our economy, and they're the ones getting hit the hardest by Trump’s reckless tariffs. I’m committed to bringing down costs so our small businesses here in Delaware can thrive. www.newsweek.com/donald-trump...
Since Kash Patel took charge of the FBI, 100s of agents have left & respected career officers have been allegedly forced out for political reasons. When I questioned him at today’s @judiciarydems.senate.gov hearing I made my concern clear: he’s compromised the FBI's ability to keep us safe.
Netanyahu’s ground invasion of Gaza City is a dangerous mistake that will worsen the tragic humanitarian crisis in Gaza. I will always stand for Israel’s right to self-defense, but this move risks 1000s of lives and only makes the return of hostages held by Hamas and a ceasefire harder to achieve.
President Trump and his family are pocketing billions while working families’ wage continue to shrink. This is corrupt, it’s wrong, and it’s a deep disservice to American taxpayers. www.vox.com/politics/460...
I'm about to question FBI Director Kash Patel in our @judiciarydems.senate.gov Committee hearing regarding his politicization of the agency and the recent firings of senior officials. Tune in below.
www.judiciary.senate.gov/committee-ac...
Trump and Vance repeatedly promised last year they’d be the most “pro-free speech administration in history.”
But if you’re only willing to stand up for speech you agree with, you don’t care about free speech at all.
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Voting History782 total votesExpandCollapse
Voting History
782 total votes
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-05-06 | H.J. Res. 61 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Joint Resolution Passed (55-45) |
| 2025-05-05 | H.J. Res. 61 (119th) | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-43) |
| 2025-05-01 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-45) |
| 2025-05-01 | S.J. Res. 31 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Joint Resolution Passed (52-46) |
| 2025-05-01 | H.J. Res. 75 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Joint Resolution Passed (52-45) |
| 2025-04-30 | S.J. Res. 31 (119th) | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-40) |
| 2025-04-30 | S.J. Res. 49 (119th) | Kill the motion | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Table Agreed to (49-49, Vice President of the United States, voted Yea) |
| 2025-04-30 | S.J. Res. 49 (119th) | Approve resolution | YES | YES | ✓ | Joint Resolution Defeated (49-49) |
| 2025-04-30 | H.J. Res. 75 (119th) | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-46) |
| 2025-04-30 | H.J. Res. 42 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Joint Resolution Passed (52-46) |
| 2025-04-29 | H.J. Res. 42 (119th) | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-46) |
| 2025-04-29 | — | Confirm nominee | YES | YES | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (83-14) |
| 2025-04-29 | — | End debate | YES | YES | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (84-13) |
| 2025-04-29 | — | Confirm nominee | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Nomination Confirmed (60-36) |
| 2025-04-29 | — | End debate | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (62-36) |
| 2025-04-29 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (59-39) |
| 2025-04-29 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (59-39) |
| 2025-04-29 | — | Confirm nominee | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Nomination Confirmed (67-29) |
| 2025-04-28 | — | End debate | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (64-27) |
| 2025-04-11 | — | Confirm nominee | NOT_VOTING | NO | — | Nomination Confirmed (60-25) |
| 2025-04-11 | — | End debate | NOT_VOTING | NO | — | Cloture Motion Agreed to (60-25) |
| 2025-04-11 | — | Confirm nominee | NOT_VOTING | NO | — | Nomination Confirmed (59-26) |
| 2025-04-11 | — | End debate | NOT_VOTING | NO | — | Cloture Motion Agreed to (59-25) |
| 2025-04-10 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (50-46) |
| 2025-04-10 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-46) |
| 2025-04-10 | H.J. Res. 20 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Joint Resolution Passed (53-44) |
| 2025-04-09 | H.J. Res. 20 (119th) | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-42) |
| 2025-04-09 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (52-44) |
| 2025-04-09 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (51-45) |
| 2025-04-09 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (49-46) |
| 2025-04-09 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (60-37) |
| 2025-04-09 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (53-46) |
| 2025-04-09 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-45) |
| 2025-04-08 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-42) |
| 2025-04-08 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-44) |
| 2025-04-08 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (60-37) |
| 2025-04-08 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-46) |
| 2025-04-08 | — | Confirm nominee | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Nomination Confirmed (66-32) |
| 2025-04-08 | — | End debate | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (67-32) |
| 2025-04-08 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (54-45) |
| 2025-04-07 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-39) |
| 2025-04-05 | H. Con. Res. 14 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (48-51) |
| 2025-04-05 | H. Con. Res. 14 (119th) | Accept House changes | NO | NO | ✓ | Concurrent Resolution Agreed to (51-48) |
| 2025-04-05 | H. Con. Res. 14 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (47-52) |
| 2025-04-05 | H. Con. Res. 14 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (49-50) |
| 2025-04-05 | H. Con. Res. 14 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (48-51) |
| 2025-04-05 | H. Con. Res. 14 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (48-51) |
| 2025-04-05 | H. Con. Res. 14 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (49-50) |
| 2025-04-05 | — | Motion (Motion to Waive Section 305(b)(2) of the CBA re: Cortez Masto Amdt. No. 1690) | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion Rejected (49-50, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2025-04-05 | H. Con. Res. 14 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (47-52) |
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.