At a Glance

Seat

Representative for Texas District 20

Born

September 16, 1974

Age 51

Phone

(202) 225-3236

Office

2241 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington 20515

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Texas District 20

Joaquin Castro

Joaquin Castro is an American lawyer and Democratic politician who has represented Texas's 20th congressional district in the United States House of Representatives since 2013. The district includes just over half of his native San Antonio. He currently serves on the United States House Committee on Foreign Affairs and the United States House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence.

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Voting Record — 583

Yes40%

No56%

Present1%

Not Voting3%

Party align98%

Cross-party0%

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District Map

Congressional District 20

U.S. Census Bureau boundary data.

Social & Web

Official site Bluesky X @JoaquinCastrotx Facebook Instagram YouTube

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Joaquin Castro

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratTexas District 20

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Joaquin's ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 21 sponsored · 107 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialApr 24(source)

Wendy Vega Lores is free! Thank you to everyone who raised their voice and didn’t let up. Young people who call America home deserve to go through the immigration process and have the chance to pursue their passions, like Wendy’s dream to become a doctor.

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialApr 23(source)

Hayam El Gamal and her five children are set to return home after being locked away at the Dilley trailer prison for nearly a year. The judge’s order for release came earlier today. I have witnessed first-hand families being released within an hour. ICE should release the family immediately.

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialApr 23(source)

Early this morning, she won her case to be released. ICE must free Wendy immediately. She should be with her family and pursuing her dreams.

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialApr 23(source)

Wendy Vega Lores dreams of becoming a pediatrician. She finished high school in two years and began intensive prep to become a doctor. She has a pending asylum case. On her 19th birthday, ICE detained her anyway. She has been locked away for 10 months.

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialApr 22(source)

In Texas, I'm pushing to stop any border wall from cutting through Big Bend National Park. This would disrupt communities, wildlife, and forever change the landscape of one of our Texas landmarks.

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialApr 22(source)

Happy Earth Day! Today we celebrate our progress and renew our commitment to protect this place we all call home.

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialApr 21(source)

ICE is running a for profit industry and locking up people like DACA recipient Juan Velasco and Doctor Ezequiel Véliz. We've seen ICE detain, deport, and kill U.S. citizens. I am voting NO on the shutdown deal. ICE does not deserve another taxpayer dollar. youtu.be/Tn9qwcgHdrQ?...

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialApr 20(source)

Their stay, the longest under the second Trump Administration, is coming to an end. ICE must not delay and release the family immediately. #FreeOurChilden

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialApr 20(source)

The El Gamal family will be released! Today, a federal judge ordered the end of their imprisonment at the Dilley trailer prison. They had been suffering at Dilley for nearly a year—the mother was rushed to the hospital last week and the five-year old daughter had been denied dental care.

Texas Tribune

@texastribune.org

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A federal judge ordered the release of an Egyptian family who spent 10 months detained in Dilley detention center. The family of six are believed to be among the longest detained in the South Texas facility. bit.ly/42nUTz6

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialApr 20(source)

Thank you to the City of Leon Valley for hosting and the Houston Passport Office for making sure the event went smoothly.

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialApr 20(source)

The Passport Fair in San Antonio this past weekend was a huge success! We were able to help more than 1,100 people receive one-on-one support for their passport needs. I am glad to see San Antonians accessing this important resource.

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialApr 18(source)

I look forward to continuing working with partners on both sides of the border to strengthen our national security and grow the economy in San Antonio and across the country.

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialApr 18(source)

Our economy benefits from our strong partnerships with Mexico and Canada. At the North Capital Meridian Diplomacy Forum, we discussed tackling trade challenges and addressing threats from arms trafficking to trade wars.

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialApr 18(source)

My San Antonio office had the honor of working with her to serve our seniors and support small businesses. Her strong will and faith will not be forgotten. May she rest in peace.

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialApr 18(source)

Throughout her remarkable career, she touched the lives of so many. Even as she battled cancer, she remained committed to her work.

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialApr 18(source)

San Antonio recently lost Jane Gonzalez, who was a champion for seniors and people in need in our city. She founded MedWheels in 2005 to make sure San Antonio seniors had access to important equipment like wheelchairs and walkers.

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialApr 17(source)

Trump’s mass deportation campaign isn’t going after the worst of the worst. It’s targeting contributing members of our communities and breaking apart families.

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialApr 17(source)

Meenu Batra is the only Punjabi, Hindi, and Urdu court interpreter in Texas. She had spent most of her life in Texas, working and raising her kids. ICE detained her despite having humanitarian protection.

Texas Observer

@texasobserver.org

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New from @gaigedavila.bsky.social: “It’s not targeting criminals, it’s not targeting dangerous people, it’s targeting individuals who are members of our community, who have a lot to offer and continue to offer a lot of positive things for our entire country and our society.”

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialApr 17(source)

The week in DC: FISA 702, Iran War Powers Resolution, ICE Director Resigns. youtu.be/FnU7oWi4jUA?...

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialApr 16(source)

As Military City, USA, my hometown understands very well the stakes and costs of war. I won’t vote to send another generation of American women and men from San Antonio or anywhere to fight in another 20 year, trillion dollar war in the Middle East.

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Sponsored Bills(21)

H.R. 7675 (119th)
Securing Partner Supply Chains Act
H. Res. 1012 (119th)
Recognizing and honoring Cristina M. Rodríguez for her historic appointment as dean of Yale …
H.R. 7059 (119th)
To prohibit the use of funds to use military force in or against Mexico, and for other purpo…
H.R. 6910 (119th)
To strengthen the development mandate of the United States International Development Finance…
H. Res. 969 (119th)
Expressing support for the designation of the week beginning on September 8, 2025, as "Natio…

Cosponsored Bills(107)

H.R. 9432 (119th)
To amend the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 and an …
Joined: 2026-06-24
H.R. 9401 (119th)
To prohibit discrimination against individuals with disabilities who need long-term services…
Joined: 2026-06-23
H.R. 9374 (119th)
To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to develop and maintain an online detainee loc…
Joined: 2026-06-18
H.R. 9270 (119th)
To address the enforcement of the immigration laws with respect to unaccompanied minors.
Joined: 2026-06-11
H.R. 8968 (119th)
To prohibit the President from filing a civil action against the United States.
Joined: 2026-05-21

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Voting History

583 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
2026-06-11	H. Res. 1335 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-11	H.R. 9238 (119th)	Fast-track passage	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-06-10	H.R. 8464 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-10	H.R. 8464 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-06-10	H.R. 8312 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-10	H.R. 7892 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-09	H.R. 5408 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-09	H. Res. 1140 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-09	S. 2 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-09	S. 2 (119th)	Motion to Commit	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-06-09	H. Res. 1140 (119th)	Motion to Discharge	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-09	H. Res. 1345 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-09	H. Res. 1345 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-08	H.R. 8428 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-08	H.R. 8466 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-05	H.R. 2913 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-04	H. Res. 518 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-04	H.R. 8646 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-04	H.R. 8646 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-06-04	H. Res. 1336 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-04	H. Res. 1336 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-04	H. Con. Res. 84 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	NO	✕	Failed
2026-06-03	H. Res. 518 (119th)	Motion to Discharge	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-03	H. Con. Res. 86 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-03	H.R. 7726 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-03	H.R. 7726 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-06-03	H.R. 2860 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-03	H. Res. 1333 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-03	H. Res. 1333 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-03	S. 254 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-03	H.R. 7618 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-21	H.R. 6047 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-21	H.R. 1041 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-21	H.R. 1041 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-05-21	H.R. 1329 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-05-21	H.R. 1329 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-05-20	H. Res. 1300 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	H. Res. 1300 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	H.R. 2616 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	H.R. 2616 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-05-20	H.R. 1993 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	S. 1003 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	S. 2393 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	H.R. 5317 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	H.R. 4544 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	H.R. 3234 (119th)	Fast-track passage	NOT_VOTING	YES	—	Passed
2026-05-20	H. Res. 1299 (119th)	Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree	NOT_VOTING	YES	—	Passed
2026-05-15	H.R. 8469 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-15	H.R. 8469 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-05-14	H.R. 8365 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	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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