My statement with @markwarner.bsky.social after Senate Republicans voted to rescind federal funding for public broadcasting and national security programs, which had previously been appropriated by a bipartisan majority in Congress:
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Tim Kaine
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No61%
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Cross-party10%
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Tim Kaine
U.S. SenatorDemocratVirginia
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Republicans are trying to ram through their bill to rubberstamp DOGE cuts. I proposed an amendment to protect funding for faith-based organizations that resettle refugees, feed the hungry, and more to support the most vulnerable people around the world.
Republicans blocked it.
I’m gearing up for a long night fighting the GOP agenda to cut funding for public broadcasting—which are especially important to our rural communities—faith-based organizations helping resettle refugees, and a whole lot more.
If you or a loved one needs help, call or text 988. LGBTQ+ young people, you can text “PRIDE” to 988 to reach a counselor with LGBTQ-specific training.
3 years ago, the 988 Lifeline launched, a lifesaving resource that provides 24/7 support to folks struggling with their mental health. But Trump is threatening to gut funding for the LGBTQ+ youth specialists at 988—a clear attack on LGBTQ+ rights and safety. We must protect all kids.
For the 2nd time this week, I asked a Trump-appointed official—this time the Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources—why the U.S. is letting children starve rather than distribute already-purchased food. Yet again, they had no answer.
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The Senate is voting soon on a GOP bill to rescind funding for U.S. refugee resettlement efforts—including defunding most faith-based programs. It’s cruel and wrong.
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My statement with @markwarner.bsky.social on the Republican-led effort to cancel $8.3 billion in federal funding previously appropriated by a bipartisan majority in Congress for national security programs and keeping Americans safe:
Yes or no: If the U.S. has ALREADY purchased specialty foods to keep kids from starving to death, should we deliver that food to dying kids or allow it to spoil, and destroy it? It’s a simple question, but the Trump Administration can’t answer it. Disgusting.
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Folks are locked out of the workforce by a lack of affordable child care.
Child care workers are pushed out of their field by low wages.
My bill with @bobbyscott.house.gov and @murray.senate.gov would cap child care costs at 7% of families' incomes and support child care workers. Let's pass it.
Numbers don’t lie: Trump’s haphazard tariffs are bad for the economy and bad for your wallet.
I’m horrified SCOTUS is allowing Trump to gut the Department of Education. This will hurt every student, weaken access to civil rights protections, and stunt our competitiveness for decades to come. We should invest more in future generations, not less. This is shameful.
In Vinton, I met with local officials, parents, and the leadership of the Boys and Girls Club of Southwest Virginia. The club is critical to supporting students and families, but the Trump Administration has paused federal funding they rely on and must release these funds ASAP.
Big news: this year’s defense bill passed out of committee with provisions I secured to strengthen our national security, support VA’s military installations, invest in shipbuilding, and improve quality of life for servicemembers and their families. Next stop: the Senate floor.
It's a difficult time for UVA and those who care about our schools. I had an important discussion with UVA students, faculty and staff on Friday to talk about President Trump's attacks on our universities and will keep doing everything I can to stand up for Virginia’s schools.
My statement on reports that the Trump Administration will soon fire nearly 15 percent of the State Department’s domestic workforce:
Great start to the day! @markwarner.bsky.social and I were glad to celebrate the achievements of Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts from VA, many of whom have earned the Gold Award or the rank of Eagle Scout, in D.C. As a former Boy Scout, I had a great time speaking with these future leaders.
My statement after President Trump pledged a 50 percent tariff on goods from Brazil in response to steps the country is taking to hold its former president accountable for attempting a coup:
My statement on Virginia slipping in CNBC’s Top States for Business ranking:
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782 total votes
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| Date | Bill | Question | Position | Party Maj | Align? | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-04 | H.J. Res. 131 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Joint Resolution Passed (49-45) |
| 2025-12-03 | — | End debate | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (63-34) |
| 2025-12-03 | S.J. Res. 91 (119th) | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (49-47) |
| 2025-12-03 | — | Confirm nominee | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Nomination Confirmed (57-41) |
| 2025-12-03 | — | End debate | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (56-40) |
| 2025-12-02 | — | Confirm nominee | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Nomination Confirmed (60-39) |
| 2025-12-02 | — | End debate | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (61-36) |
| 2025-12-02 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (53-45) |
| 2025-12-01 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-41) |
| 2025-11-20 | H.J. Res. 130 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Joint Resolution Passed (51-43) |
| 2025-11-19 | S.J. Res. 76 (119th) | Begin consideration | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Rejected (46-51) |
| 2025-11-19 | S.J. Res. 89 (119th) | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-47) |
| 2025-11-19 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (66-32) |
| 2025-11-18 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (65-32) |
| 2025-11-10 | H.R. 5371 (119th) | Final passage | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Bill Passed (60-40) |
| 2025-11-10 | H.R. 5371 (119th) | End debate | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (60-40, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2025-11-10 | H.R. 5371 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Amendment Agreed to (60-40) |
| 2025-11-10 | H.R. 5371 (119th) | End debate | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (60-40, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2025-11-10 | H.R. 5371 (119th) | Kill the motion | NO | YES | ✕ | Motion to Table Agreed to (76-24) |
| 2025-11-10 | H.R. 5371 (119th) | Kill the motion | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion to Table Failed (47-53) |
| 2025-11-10 | H.R. 5371 (119th) | Kill the motion | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion to Table Failed (47-53) |
| 2025-11-10 | H.R. 5371 (119th) | Begin consideration | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (60-40) |
| 2025-11-09 | H.R. 5371 (119th) | End filibuster to begin debate | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Agreed to (60-40, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2025-11-07 | S. 3012 (119th) | End filibuster to begin debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (53-43, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2025-11-06 | S.J. Res. 90 (119th) | Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 90 | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion to Discharge Rejected (49-51) |
| 2025-11-05 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (57-43) |
| 2025-11-05 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (57-41) |
| 2025-11-05 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (52-45) |
| 2025-11-04 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (52-46) |
| 2025-11-04 | H.R. 5371 (119th) | End filibuster to begin debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (54-44, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2025-11-03 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-46) |
| 2025-10-30 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-47) |
| 2025-10-30 | S.J. Res. 88 (119th) | Approve resolution | YES | YES | ✓ | Joint Resolution Passed (51-47) |
| 2025-10-30 | S.J. Res. 80 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Joint Resolution Passed (52-45) |
| 2025-10-29 | S.J. Res. 77 (119th) | Approve resolution | YES | YES | ✓ | Joint Resolution Passed (50-46) |
| 2025-10-29 | S.J. Res. 69 (119th) | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Rejected (25-72) |
| 2025-10-29 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (51-47) |
| 2025-10-29 | S.J. Res. 80 (119th) | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (54-46) |
| 2025-10-28 | S.J. Res. 81 (119th) | Approve resolution | YES | YES | ✓ | Joint Resolution Passed (52-48) |
| 2025-10-28 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-46) |
| 2025-10-28 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (52-47) |
| 2025-10-28 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-47) |
| 2025-10-28 | H.R. 5371 (119th) | End filibuster to begin debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (54-45, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2025-10-27 | — | Confirm nominee | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Nomination Confirmed (58-40) |
| 2025-10-27 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (52-46) |
| 2025-10-23 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-45) |
| 2025-10-23 | — | Confirm nominee | NOT_VOTING | NO | — | Nomination Confirmed (48-45) |
| 2025-10-23 | S. 3012 (119th) | End filibuster to begin debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (54-45, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2025-10-22 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (52-45) |
| 2025-10-22 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-45) |
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