Like a lot of folks, I love starting my morning off with a cup of joe. But this National Coffee Day, I’m fired up that Trump’s personal grievances mean Americans are paying 20.9% more for their coffee than last year. No one wants that. I’m challenging Trump’s chaos.
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Congress Member Profile|U.S. Senator|Democrat|Virginia
Tim Kaine
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Voting Record — 776
Yes37%
No62%
Present0%
Not Voting1%
Party align90%
Cross-party10%
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Tim Kaine
U.S. SenatorDemocratVirginia
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Tim's ATmosphere Activity
20 recent posts · 74 sponsored · 328 cosponsored
Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.
FEMA provides critical support to states during a disaster. Virginians saw that last year during Hurricane Helene. But, because Trump gutted FEMA, communities struck by recent disasters aren’t getting desperately needed aid. Ordinary people are paying the price for this Administration’s decisions.
SWVA's resilience after Hurricane Helene is a powerful example of what’s possible through community collaboration. We have more to do, but it was great to join folks in Damascus at Hope Floats Day this weekend to recognize the progress we’ve made so far to rebuild.
Assessments about threats to our national security should be based on facts, not conspiracy theories or whatever is most politically convenient to the Trump Administration.
Axing this report will make Americans less safe.
Had a great tour of the EO Regional Workforce and Child Development Hub in Abingdon on Friday. I was impressed with EO’s innovative work, especially by how they partner with companies to help people enter the workforce and keep parents in the workforce by providing child care.
Had a great tour of the Appalachian Center for Hope in Marion! I was proud to secure federal funding to renovate ACH’s facility, and it was amazing to see the progress that’s being made. This facility will support so many people recovering from substance use disorder.
Happy National Public Lands Day! I hope you’ll get some fresh air in one of Virginia’s national parks today while entrance fees are waived.
I promise to keep working to protect the National Park Service and our public lands from the Trump Administration’s cuts to federal funding.
Pam Bondi’s statement on former FBI Director James Comey’s indictment says it all: retribution against Trump’s enemies first, facts second, if at all.
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The American people want Trump to focus on lowering the cost of groceries, health care, housing, and other necessities.
Instead, he’s using the power of the presidency to go after his perceived political enemies. What a waste.
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I was glad to celebrate 50 years of the NRV Area Agency on Aging and congratulate former Executive Director Tina King, who retired in January, on 42 years of service. I will keep working to reauthorize the Older Americans Act to support older Americans.
Great visit with @unitedwaycville.bsky.social touring the Barrett Early Learning Center—one of the oldest child care centers in VA. I’ve been proud to get legislation signed into law to expand access to child care, and I’ll keep fighting to pass my legislation to build on this progress.
DeMoCrAtS rEfUsE tO CoMpRoMiSe.
Oh really?
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Yesterday, I visited Charlottesville Free Clinic to learn more about how they’re providing quality care to Virginians—even amid Trump’s massive cuts to health care. I will keep pushing to reverse these cuts and work to expand care for all and boost the health care workforce.
My statement on the Trump Administration’s malicious prosecution of former Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director James Comey:
68 years ago, the Little Rock Nine—facing angry mobs of classmates and neighbors—stood strong with the 101st Airborne Division and integrated Central High. Their bravery and perseverance serve as a guide for us all as we continue to fight discrimination and hate in all forms.
I’m back from a trade mission to Ottawa with VA leaders. I appreciated speaking with Canadian business leaders, Canada Senator Peter Harder, Canada's Ambassador to the U.S. Kirsten Hillman, and Canadian Minister of National Defense David McGuinty about the U.S.-Canada economic relationship.
Trump and the GOP developed a budget plan with no Dem input. Dems offered an alternative that protects folks’ health care. Trump said he’d meet to negotiate, but then canceled the meeting. Why does he want to shut the government down AND take health care away from millions?
Last week, I called out the Trump Administration for failing to answer basic questions about why it attacked boats in the Caribbean, if they were actually drug boats, why it didn’t interdict to gain important intel on narco kingpins, and who exactly was killed. We need answers. youtu.be/_fGRd_vdFdU
When I was a fair housing attorney, I saw the crucial role fair housing laws played in protecting folks from discrimination when buying or renting. But the Trump Administration isn’t upholding these protections, leaving veterans, single moms, and millions of others vulnerable.
My statement with @markwarner.bsky.social after President Trump canceled a meeting with Democratic leadership on government funding:
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Voting History776 total votesExpandCollapse
Voting History
776 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-23 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (52-41) |
| 2025-07-22 | — | Confirm nominee | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Nomination Confirmed (61-35) |
| 2025-07-22 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (51-46) |
| 2025-07-22 | H.R. 3944 (119th) | End filibuster to begin debate | YES | YES | ✓ | Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Agreed to (91-7, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2025-07-22 | H.R. 3944 (119th) | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (50-48) |
| 2025-07-22 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (50-47) |
| 2025-07-22 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (51-46) |
| 2025-07-22 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (50-47) |
| 2025-07-21 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (44-43) |
| 2025-07-17 | — | End debate | NOT_VOTING | NO | — | Cloture Motion Agreed to (46-36) |
| 2025-07-17 | — | End debate | NOT_VOTING | NO | — | Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-34) |
| 2025-07-17 | — | End debate | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (57-31) |
| 2025-07-17 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (49-40) |
| 2025-07-17 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (49-43) |
| 2025-07-17 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-46) |
| 2025-07-17 | H.R. 4 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Bill Passed (51-48) |
| 2025-07-17 | H.R. 4 (119th) | Vote on amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Amendment Agreed to (52-47) |
| 2025-07-17 | H.R. 4 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (48-51) |
| 2025-07-17 | H.R. 4 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (48-51) |
| 2025-07-17 | H.R. 4 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (49-50) |
| 2025-07-17 | H.R. 4 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (47-51) |
| 2025-07-17 | H.R. 4 (119th) | Kill the motion | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Table Agreed to (51-47) |
| 2025-07-16 | H.R. 4 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (48-51) |
| 2025-07-16 | H.R. 4 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion to Recommit Rejected (48-51) |
| 2025-07-16 | H.R. 4 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (48-51) |
| 2025-07-16 | H.R. 4 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion to Recommit Rejected (47-50) |
| 2025-07-16 | H.R. 4 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (46-51) |
| 2025-07-16 | H.R. 4 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion to Recommit Rejected (47-52) |
| 2025-07-16 | H.R. 4 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion to Recommit Rejected (48-51) |
| 2025-07-16 | H.R. 4 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (47-52) |
| 2025-07-16 | H.R. 4 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion to Recommit Rejected (48-51) |
| 2025-07-16 | H.R. 4 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion to Recommit Rejected (48-51) |
| 2025-07-16 | H.R. 4 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion to Recommit Rejected (48-51) |
| 2025-07-16 | H.R. 4 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (49-50) |
| 2025-07-15 | H.R. 4 (119th) | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (50-50, Vice President of the United States, voted Yea) |
| 2025-07-15 | H.R. 4 (119th) | Motion to Discharge H.R. 4 | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Discharge Agreed to (50-50, Vice President of the United States, voted Yea) |
| 2025-07-15 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (52-47) |
| 2025-07-15 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-46) |
| 2025-07-15 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (52-46) |
| 2025-07-15 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-47) |
| 2025-07-15 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (69-30) |
| 2025-07-14 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (60-28) |
| 2025-07-14 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (46-42) |
| 2025-07-10 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (50-45) |
| 2025-07-10 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-43) |
| 2025-07-10 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-45) |
| 2025-07-09 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (49-45) |
| 2025-07-09 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (49-46) |
| 2025-07-09 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-44) |
| 2025-07-09 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (53-43) |
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.