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At-large representative for District of Columbia

Born

June 13, 1937

Age 89

Phone

(202) 225-8050

Office

2136 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington 20510

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|District of Columbia at-large

Eleanor Holmes Norton

Eleanor Holmes Norton is an American politician, lawyer, and human rights activist. Norton is a congressional delegate to the U.S. House of Representatives, where she has represented the District of Columbia since 1991 as a member of the Democratic Party. She is serving an eighteenth term in the United States House of Representatives.

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Voting Record — 61

Yes15%

No74%

Present0%

Not Voting12%

Party align98%

Cross-party0%

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Eleanor Holmes Norton

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratDistrict of Columbia at-large

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Eleanor Holmes's ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 97 sponsored · 1030 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialAug 15(source)

I applaud DC for taking legal action to end the president's unlawful attempt to seize control of MPD. On the same day DC is asserting its rights in court, I introduced legislation with my colleagues to end this egregious and unlawful federalization. DC is united in our resistance.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialAug 15(source)

No emergency exists in DC that the president did not create himself, and he is not using MPD for federal purposes, as required by law. I introduced legislation with RM Raskin, RM Garcia, & Senator Van Hollen to end the unlawful and unprecedented federalization of MPD.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialAug 15(source)

I love the spirit of DC. Its people are passionate, we are involved, and we speak up loudly when we've been wronged. Nothing and no one can convince us we don't deserve all the rights and privileges of Americans who happen to live across a state line.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialAug 14(source)

MPD is funded by local DC taxpayers. I will not allow a bill to progress that would force DC to fund a local police force for the president to use indefinitely. Rep. Ogles' bill is yet another extreme attack on DC home rule. This will not stand.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialAug 14(source)

Yes indeed.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialAug 14(source)

President Trump fabricated the “emergency” that’s required to exist for a president to federalize DC Police, and he admitted to reporters today that he’s willing to fabricate a national emergency in order to try to extend his power.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialAug 13(source)

Full article here: thehill.com/homenews/sen...

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Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialAug 13(source)

Thank you, Senator Schumer, for making clear Senate Dems will block any request to extend this anti-home rule attack on DC. Lacking senators ourselves, DC is fortunate to have Senator Schumer’s staunch support of #DCStatehood and home rule. Senator, thank you for having DC’s back.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialAug 13(source)

In recent days I've relentlessly supported Mayor Bowser and DC during a period of unprecedented federal incursion. But working with civic associations, other DC groups, the CBC and rallying my colleagues in Congress is only the start. We'll get through this, DC. More to come.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialAug 13(source)

President Trump made a grave error on several levels by taking over MPD and deploying the DC National Guard without DC's agreement. He violated the principle of consent of the governed, on which America was founded, and he unintentionally made the strongest possible case for #DCStatehood.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialAug 12(source)

Pres. Trump based his DC Police takeover and deployment of the DC National Guard on a fiction he's consistently pushed since the campaign trail. DC has not been "overtaken by violent gangs" as he said yesterday. The opposite is true: Crime is the lowest it's been in 30 years.

Hillary Rodham Clinton

@hillaryclinton.bsky.social

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As you listen to an unhinged Trump try to justify deploying the National Guard in DC, here's reality: Violent crime in DC is at a 30-year low. www.justice.gov/usao-dc/pr/v...

U.S. Attorney's Office press release from 1/3/25: Violent Crime in D.C. Hits 30 Year Low

Unhinged Trump post that reads: "Washington, D.C. will be LIBERATED today! Crime, Savagery, Filth, and Scum will DISAPPEAR."

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialAug 11(source)

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Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialAug 11(source)

After the president seized control of DC Police, an unprecedented action, and deployed the DC National Guard without DC's consent, Sen. @ChrisVanHollen & I announced we'll introduce our bills to permanently prevent either from happening again. Statement: bit.ly/45t70MJ

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialAug 11(source)

The president’s unprecedented decision to federalize MPD and activate the DC National Guard is a counterproductive use of DC's resources to use for his own purposes. It's not justified by the facts, which show that DC crime is at a generational low. Statement: bit.ly/45JmnBL

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Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialAug 6(source)

1) Violent crime is horrific and unacceptable no matter where it occurs. 2) DC's violent crime rate is at a 30-year low. 3) Presidents have no authority to unilaterally take control of DC. Congress would have to pass a law, and I won't let the current effort get that far.

The Washington Post

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President Trump threatened to take federal control of D.C. again after a DOGE staffer known as “Big Balls” was injured in an attempted carjacking. Trump has cast the Democratic-led capital as a place ruined by liberal policies.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialAug 8(source)

Albert Pike, a disgraced Confederate general, has no claim to be memorialized in the nation's capital. I introduced my bill to permanently remove his statue. It belongs in a museum, not in a place of honor in a majority Black and brown city. More: bit.ly/4ln4Yua

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialAug 8(source)

Deploying the feds and discussing abolishing DC's local government in response to an assault where the police responded quickly enough to arrest two perpetrators *as they left the scene* are disproportionate, potentially dangerous, and offensive overreactions. #HandsOffDC

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialAug 7(source)

Even if DC crime weren’t at a historic low point, President Trump's recent comments would be misguided and offensive to 700K+ DC residents. Federal interference is the problem. The solution is #DCStatehood. More: bit.ly/41xH3u1

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialAug 7(source)

Rep. Ogles is under the misimpression that DC residents need Republicans to "save" them, but all DC needs from Republicans is to stop their attacks and fix the massive budget issue they caused in the CR. DC can govern itself. The interference is the problem, not the solution.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialAug 7(source)

Sen. Lee is ignoring the facts: The so-called "soft-on-crime" Democrats running DC have achieved the lowest violent crime rate the District has seen in 30 years. Utah voters should be alarmed by the share of his attention fixated on DC instead of the state he represents. #HandsOffDC

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Sponsored Bills(97)

H.R. 9386 (119th)
To establish the United States Commission on an Open Society with Security.
H.R. 9362 (119th)
To amend the District of Columbia Home Rule Act to provide for the automatic appointment of …
H.R. 9198 (119th)
To create a national commission to combat workplace sexual harassment, and for other purpose…
H.R. 9104 (119th)
To redesignate Rock Creek Park in the District of Columbia as Rock Creek National Park.
H.R. 9038 (119th)
To prohibit the use of Federal funds to install permanent fencing around the United States S…

Cosponsored Bills(1030)

H.R. 9408 (119th)
To amend chapter 15 of title 28, United States Code, with respect to documentation requireme…
Joined: 2026-06-23
H.R. 9399 (119th)
To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide for criminal penalties for a person who pr…
Joined: 2026-06-23
H.R. 9400 (119th)
To award a Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to Americans who were active in rescuing …
Joined: 2026-06-23
H. Res. 1380 (119th)
Commemorating 50 years of women at the service academies.
Joined: 2026-06-23
H. Res. 1373 (119th)
Expressing support for the designation of June 21, 2026, as National ASK (Asking Saves Kids)…
Joined: 2026-06-18

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Voting History

61 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
2026-05-15	H.R. 8469 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Agreed to
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Agreed to
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Agreed to
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Agreed to
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-01-22	H.R. 7148 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-01-22	H.R. 7148 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-01-14	H.R. 7006 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-01-14	H.R. 7006 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-11	H.R. 3383 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-11	H.R. 3383 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-11	H.R. 3383 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	YES	✕	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Approve amendment	NOT_VOTING	NO	—	Failed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Approve amendment	NOT_VOTING	NO	—	Failed

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