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At a Glance
Seat
U.S. Senator from Massachusetts
Born
July 11, 1946
Age 79
Phone
(202) 224-2742
Office
255 Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510, Washington 20515
Congress Member Profile|U.S. Senator|Democrat|Massachusetts

Edward J. Markey

Edward John Markey is an American politician serving as the junior United States senator from the state of Massachusetts, a seat he has held since 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, he served 20 terms as the U.S. representative for Massachusetts's 7th congressional district from 1976 to 2013. Before that, he was a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives from 1973 to 1976. When Senator Patrick Leahy retired in 2023, Markey became the dean of New England's Congressional delegation.

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Voting Record — 851
Yes26%
No73%
Present0%
Not Voting1%
Party align96%
Cross-party0%
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Edward J. Markey headshot
Edward J. Markey
U.S. SenatorDemocratMassachusetts
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Edward J.'s ATmosphere Activity
20 recent posts · 146 sponsored · 346 cosponsored
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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Last week, I demanded answers from ICE again about inhumane conditions at Burlington, following up on my oversight visit. This is no place to hold people. Accountability now.
Screenshot of headline reading: ICE detainees from Maine being held under ‘inhumane’ conditions in Mass. facility, attorneys say
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement spokesperson said the allegations of overcrowding and lack of access to lawyers are false.
RFK Jr. is a liar. He lied to me about his anti-vax Samoa trip. The CDC’s vaccine advisory panel is now stacked with conspiracists and the US is positioned to lose its measles elimination status. RFK Jr. must be removed now.
Screenshot of headline reading: 

Newly revealed emails undermine RFK Jr testimony about 2019 Samoa trip ahead of measles outbreak

Kennedy later said the purpose of his trip had nothing to do with vaccines. US embassy and UN staff at the time said otherwise, emails show
If Trump resumes nuclear testing, it would be a gift to China. The US has conducted over 1,000 nuclear tests; China has done just 45. Beijing has much more to gain from new nuclear tests than Washington. For Trump, this would be the height of stupidity. thehill.com/policy/inter...
Massachusetts is not defenseless. Know your rights. Memorize them. Share them.   A message from my office, @markey.senate.gov, @massgovernor.bsky.social, @mayorwu.boston.gov, @pressley.house.gov, @whipkclark.bsky.social, @repmcgovern.bsky.social, and @trahan.house.gov.
Azerbaijan's plan to sentence Armenian hostages to life imprisonment is a deep injustice. Following the ethnic cleansing of Armenians from Artsakh, President Aliyev continues to show a blatant disregard for human rights. He must uphold due process and release these hostages now.
Screenshot of headline that reads "Azerbaijan hands long prison terms to former Karabakh officials." Full text of story linked in reply.
Trump wants to replace dedicated civil servants with yes-men who will carry out his criminal agenda without questions. Federal workers have a right to do their jobs, free from illegal political interference.
Screenshot of headline that reads "Trump administration plans to reclassify 50,000 federal workers, making them easier to fire." Full text of story linked in reply.
As history teaches us, the only way to win a nuclear arms race is to refuse to run. As New START expires, I'm arguing for a continued U.S. policy of disarmament—rooted in treaties, inspections, and verification.
Screenshot of headline that reads “Opinion: The last U.S.-Russia nuclear arms control treaty is expiring. We must stop a new arms race. By Edward J. Markey.” Full text of article in post.
The Family and Medical Leave Act became law 33 years ago today. It’s been a lifeline to millions, but Congress must secure #PaidLeaveForAll. Paid leave is good for Main Street, it’s good for families, and it’s good for our future.
Anthropic has announced that Claude will remain ad-free. I’m glad to see @anthropic.com agrees that ads in AI chatbots can pose serious risks to its users. That’s why I opened an investigation into AI chatbots’ advertising plans. Companies must put consumers first.
Trump's immigration crackdown is also about stealing the 2026 election. Trump and MAGA Republicans know they can't win at the ballot box, so they are setting the stage to deploy Trump's private army of ICE thugs against American voters. We must protect our elections.
Breaking: The White House press secretary just said she "can't guarantee" that ICE won't be around polling locations in November.
Oil and natural gas are expensive—and dirty—ways to power our grid. The solution isn’t to get more dependent on expensive power—it’s for Trump and MAGA Republicans to stop blocking cheap, clean energy and stop raising prices by exporting gas abroad.
Screenshot of headline that reads "Letters to the Editor. Senator Edward J. Markey: What's really keeping energy bills high." Full text of article linked in reply.
My constituent, Juan David’s habeas petition was denied yesterday. If he is removed from the United States, it will erase all avenues for protection. ICE must allow more time for his T visa relief process to be fully adjudicated.
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Voting History
851 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
2025-10-30End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (51-47)
2025-10-30S.J. Res. 88 (119th)Approve resolutionYESYESJoint Resolution Passed (51-47)
2025-10-30S.J. Res. 80 (119th)Approve resolutionNONOJoint Resolution Passed (52-45)
2025-10-29S.J. Res. 77 (119th)Approve resolutionYESYESJoint Resolution Passed (50-46)
2025-10-29S.J. Res. 69 (119th)Begin considerationNONOMotion to Proceed Rejected (25-72)
2025-10-29Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (51-47)
2025-10-29S.J. Res. 80 (119th)Begin considerationNONOMotion to Proceed Agreed to (54-46)
2025-10-28S.J. Res. 81 (119th)Approve resolutionYESYESJoint Resolution Passed (52-48)
2025-10-28End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (53-46)
2025-10-28Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (52-47)
2025-10-28End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (52-47)
2025-10-28H.R. 5371 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNONOCloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (54-45, 3/5 majority required)
2025-10-27Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (58-40)
2025-10-27Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (52-46)
2025-10-23End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (50-45)
2025-10-23Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (48-45)
2025-10-23S. 3012 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNONOCloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (54-45, 3/5 majority required)
2025-10-22Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (52-45)
2025-10-22End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)
2025-10-22End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (60-39)
2025-10-22H.R. 5371 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNONOCloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (54-46, 3/5 majority required)
2025-10-21Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (53-46)
2025-10-21End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (53-46)
2025-10-21End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (53-46)
2025-10-21Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (66-32)
2025-10-20H.R. 5371 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNONOCloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (50-43, 3/5 majority required)
2025-10-16H.R. 4016 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNONOCloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (50-44, 3/5 majority required)
2025-10-16End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (62-34)
2025-10-16H.R. 5371 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNONOCloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (51-45, 3/5 majority required)
2025-10-15H.R. 5371 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNONOCloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (51-44, 3/5 majority required)
2025-10-14H.R. 5371 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNONOCloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (49-45, 3/5 majority required)
2025-10-09S. 2296 (119th)Final passageNOYESBill Passed (77-20, 3/5 majority required)
2025-10-09S. 2296 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYESAmendment Rejected (47-50, 3/5 majority required)
2025-10-09S. 2296 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESNOAmendment Rejected (10-88, 3/5 majority required)
2025-10-09S. 2296 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYESAmendment Rejected (46-52, 3/5 majority required)
2025-10-09S. 2296 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYESAmendment Rejected (47-50, 3/5 majority required)
2025-10-09S. 2296 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYESAmendment Rejected (46-50, 3/5 majority required)
2025-10-09S. 2296 (119th)Vote on amendmentNONOAmendment Rejected (51-46, 3/5 majority required)
2025-10-09S. 2296 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESNOAmendment Rejected (53-43, 3/5 majority required)
2025-10-09S. 2296 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESNOAmendment Rejected (14-83, 3/5 majority required)
2025-10-09Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (50-47)
2025-10-09H.J. Res. 106 (119th)Approve resolutionNONOJoint Resolution Passed (50-46)
2025-10-09H.J. Res. 106 (119th)Begin considerationNONOMotion to Proceed Agreed to (50-47)
2025-10-09H.R. 5371 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNONOCloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (54-45, 3/5 majority required)
2025-10-09S. 2882 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateYESYESCloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (47-50, 3/5 majority required)
2025-10-08H.J. Res. 105 (119th)Approve resolutionNONOJoint Resolution Passed (50-45)
2025-10-08S.J. Res. 83 (119th)Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 83YESYESMotion to Discharge Rejected (48-51)
2025-10-08S.J. Res. 71 (119th)Approve resolutionYESYESJoint Resolution Defeated (47-51)
2025-10-08H.J. Res. 105 (119th)Begin considerationNONOMotion to Proceed Agreed to (51-47)
2025-10-08End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (50-47)

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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