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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 — 789
Yes24%
No75%
Present0%
Not Voting1%
Party align95%
Cross-party0%
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Edward J. Markey
U.S. SenatorDemocratMassachusetts
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Edward J.'s ATmosphere Activity
20 recent posts · 131 sponsored · 319 cosponsored
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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govOct 17(source)
Today, I met with Adnaan and Tor Stumo, my constituents, who risked their lives to deliver aid to the people of Gaza. The US should have done more to keep them safe. But now, we have another chance to heed their calls: surge aid into Gaza and provide desperately needed relief.
Senator Markey stands with Adnaan and Tor Stumo in his office.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govOct 16(source)
I’m outside the Supreme Court, where SCOTUS is once again threatening the Voting Rights Act—one of our most vital civil rights protections. We can’t let extremists turn back the clock. Congress must pass the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act and protect every vote.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govOct 16(source)
Boston mourns the loss of the Honorable Judge Leslie E. Harris—a trailblazer, mentor, and champion for justice. His wisdom and compassion shaped generations. We hold his family in our hearts as we honor a life devoted to fairness, dignity, and community. May he rest in peace.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govOct 16(source)
Disgusting. And completely unacceptable. First, a Christian nationalist, white supremacist flag flown at SBA headquarters. Now, an SBA employee found participating in an 'I love Hitler' chat. We need accountability now.
Lawrence: Trump admin. staffer reportedly in an 'I love Hitler' chat hasn't been fired by Trump yet
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govOct 16(source)
The safety of patients and health care workers cannot be sacrificed at the altar of Big Tech. Last week, I introduced the Right to Override Act to require human oversight of health care decisions.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govOct 16(source)
Trump green lights covert CIA “lethal” action in Venezuela, setting up yet another CIA failure in the region: the Bay of Pigs, Chile, Guatemala, Nicaragua. Why should Latin America trust the United States? We should know better.
Trump Administration Authorizes Covert C.I.A. Action in Venezuela The development comes as the U.S. military is drawing up options for President Trump to consider, including possible strikes inside the country.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govOct 15(source)
Trump claims other countries are paying the tariffs. But the numbers say otherwise. Small businesses and everyday Americans should not bear the cost of Trump's chaotic tariff tantrum. This administration must end its war with Main Street. We must pass the Small Business RELIEF Act now.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govOct 15(source)
Good. Everyone—from media outlets to everyday Americans—must stand up for free speech and speak out against the Trump administration’s attacks on the First Amendment.
Media outlets, including Fox News and CNN, refuse to sign Pentagon's press access rules
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govOct 15(source)
It might be Hollywood, but the message is clear: with thousands of nuclear weapons, we have built a “house of dynamite” that can explode at any minute. We must reduce nuclear threats and prevent a new arms race. As the President in the movie so aptly puts it, “this is insanity.”
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govOct 15(source)
It’s day 14 of the Trump/Republican shutdown. Democrats are in Washington ready to work. But Republicans are hiding in a witness protection program—they refuse to answer why they’re gutting health care for millions. I’m fighting for Massachusetts families and your health care.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govOct 14(source)
Trump just bombed six more people in the Caribbean, for a total of 27 civilians who have been killed so far by the US military. It’s illegal for the military to target civilians who do not pose an immediate threat. This is murder.
U.S. Military Kills Another 6 People in 5th Caribbean Strike, Trump Says In a social media post, the president said the people aboard a boat were suspected of smuggling drugs for an unspecified group his team had labeled terrorists.
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Voting History
789 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
2025-04-05H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (47-52)
2025-04-05H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (49-50)
2025-04-05H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (48-51)
2025-04-05H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (48-51)
2025-04-05H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (49-50)
2025-04-05—Motion (Motion to Waive Section 305(b)(2) of the CBA re: Cortez Masto Amdt. No. 1690)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (49-50, 3/5 majority required)
2025-04-05H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (47-52)
2025-04-05H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (49-50)
2025-04-05H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (48-51)
2025-04-04H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (49-50)
2025-04-04H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)Vote on amendmentNONO✓Amendment Rejected (5-94)
2025-04-04H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (48-51)
2025-04-04H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (48-51)
2025-04-04H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (46-53)
2025-04-04H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (48-51)
2025-04-04H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (46-53)
2025-04-04H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (47-51)
2025-04-04H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (48-51)
2025-04-04H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (46-53)
2025-04-04H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)Vote on amendmentNONO✓Amendment Agreed to (51-48)
2025-04-03—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-45)
2025-04-03H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-48)
2025-04-03—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-45)
2025-04-03—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (53-45)
2025-04-03S.J. Res. 26 (119th)Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 26YESNO✕Motion to Discharge Rejected (15-83)
2025-04-03S.J. Res. 33 (119th)Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 33YESNO✕Motion to Discharge Rejected (15-82)
2025-04-03—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-45)
2025-04-03H.J. Res. 24 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Joint Resolution Passed (53-42)
2025-04-02H.J. Res. 24 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-46)
2025-04-02S.J. Res. 37 (119th)Approve resolutionYESYES✓Joint Resolution Passed (51-48)
2025-04-02—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)
2025-04-02—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-46)
2025-04-01—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-45)
2025-03-31—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (49-42)
2025-03-27—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (51-45)
2025-03-27—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-47)
2025-03-27S.J. Res. 18 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Joint Resolution Passed (52-48)
2025-03-26S.J. Res. 18 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-47)
2025-03-26H.J. Res. 25 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Joint Resolution Passed (70-28)
2025-03-26H.J. Res. 25 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (70-28)
2025-03-26—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (53-43)
2025-03-26—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-46)
2025-03-26—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-46)
2025-03-26—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-45)
2025-03-26—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (53-45)
2025-03-25—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-47)
2025-03-25—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (56-44)
2025-03-25—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (56-44)
2025-03-25—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (53-47)
2025-03-25—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-46)

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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