While fraud should always be investigated and addressed, cutting off child care funding to every state based on allegations tied to a single state—sparked by an unverified and deceptively edited online video—is a reckless move that creates chaos and uncertainty for families and providers alike.
Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Maine District 1
Chellie Pingree
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Voting Record — 534
Yes39%
No55%
Present1%
Not Voting5%
Party align98%
Cross-party1%
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Chellie Pingree
U.S. RepresentativeDemocratMaine District 1
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Chellie's ATmosphere Activity
20 recent posts · 22 sponsored · 158 cosponsored
Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.
The Kennedy Center belongs to the American people. Its name is set in statute, and no backroom bylaw change can override Congress.
This move is illegitimate, disrespectful to JFK’s legacy, and an abuse of a public institution for political vanity.
But of course he doesn’t care about the artists. He only cares about marble armrests, tacky gilded finishes, and his own ego.
Performers are cancelling because they refuse to be associated with a politicized institution that no longer reflects the Kennedy Center’s mission or values.
Even before the board’s illegal name change, ticket sales were already down and the Center’s reputation was suffering under Trump’s control.
This is the most blatant example of stacking the deck I’ve seen from this administration.
They quietly changed the rules months in advance to silence congressional voices and rig the outcome.
It’s been a really hard year, there’s no doubt about that, and there are many fights ahead.
But despite all the bad this year, there was some good to celebrate that leaves me feeling hopeful for the new year. People are engaged like never before. And when we fight, we win.
Here’s to 2026! 🍾🥂🇺🇸
The Smithsonian exists to tell the full American story—not the version a president finds politically convenient.
You know what they say: Those who don’t learn from history are doomed to repeat it.
In true Maine fashion, the community is already stepping up to support the lobstermen and businesses affected.
My office stands ready to help in any way we can.
Incredibly grateful to the firefighters and emergency responders who spent hours in brutal cold knocking down this fire and keeping our neighbors safe.
Truly a remarkable effort, and fortunately there were no major injuries.
Happy Kwanzaa to all who celebrate!
I hope this season brings you countless moments of connection, reflection, joy, and gratitude—and a renewed faith in the power of community.
What a treat to have a true White Christmas this year!
Wherever in Maine you happen to live, whatever your traditions or rituals, no matter the challenges this past year has brought, I hope you find some magic in these moments—and plenty of love and joy to warm your heart.
Merry Christmas!
Gotta say, this is my kind of weather—cold, snowy, and perfect for fun times outdoors with the grandkids.
We have our work cut out for us going forward, but right now, it’s about family, friends, and enjoying this quintessentially Maine weather.
Merry Christmas Eve to my fellow Mainers!
My colleague @repbeatty.bsky.social has filed a lawsuit and I’m exploring ways to fight this through the Appropriations Committee.
We will not stop until his name is removed from the building.
The illegal name change is a disgrace to JFK’s memory and legacy, and the increased politicization of the Center is doing so much damage to its core mission.
So grateful to be back home in Maine for the holidays, spending some much needed time away from Washington with family and friends.
Trump’s takeover of the Kennedy Center is still very much top of mind.
Vague, undisclosed “national security” claims don’t justify tearing up signed agreements and sabotaging projects already underway.
I will fight to reverse this reckless decision. We cannot let misinformation derail America’s clean energy progress—or abandon workers and communities in the process.
This is outrageous.
Trump just paused leases for *five* offshore wind projects already under construction.
Let’s be clear about what this does: It kills good jobs, spikes energy costs, and pulls the rug out from under states (like Maine) that have planned responsibly for a clean energy future.
The pattern here is clear: He thinks that these buildings—which belong to the American people—are *his* property.
Remember, this isn’t even legal in the first place.
I will keep fighting this until the day his name is stripped away with the same disregard he showed in putting it there.
Trump was “surprised” by the board's vote to rename the Kennedy Center... but the sign was ready to go up today?
Does he think we're dumb?
He's also:
🤮 Renamed the Institute of Peace after himself
🤮 Bulldozed the East Wing for a vanity ballroom
🤮 Draped federal buildings w/ banners of his face
It's like a court saying you have to pay a fine by a certain date, then paying half and thinking you’re in the clear.
If what Blanche says is true, they're breaking the law.
The victims deserve justice.
The public deserves transparency.
The truth deserves to be told.
RELEASE *ALL* THE FILES!
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Voting History534 total votesExpandCollapse
Voting History
534 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-13 | H.R. 5371 (119th) | Accept Senate changes | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-11-12 | H. Res. 873 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-19 | H. Res. 719 (119th) | Approve resolution | PRESENT | YES | — | Passed |
| 2025-09-19 | H.R. 5371 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-19 | H.R. 5371 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-18 | H.R. 1047 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-18 | H.R. 3015 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-18 | H.R. 3062 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-17 | H. Res. 713 (119th) | Kill the motion | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-17 | H.R. 5143 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-17 | H.R. 5125 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-17 | H. Res. 722 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-17 | H. Res. 722 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-16 | H.R. 5140 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-16 | H.R. 4922 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-16 | H.R. 2721 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-16 | H. Res. 707 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-16 | H. Res. 707 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-15 | H.R. 3400 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-15 | H.J. Res. 117 (119th) | Kill the motion | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-11 | H.R. 3486 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-11 | H.R. 3944 (119th) | Instruct negotiators | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | YES | 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 | NOT_VOTING | 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 |
| 2025-09-09 | H. Res. 682 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-09 | H. Res. 682 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-08 | H.R. 3425 (119th) | Fast-track passage | NOT_VOTING | YES | — | Passed |
| 2025-09-08 | H.R. 3424 (119th) | Fast-track passage | NOT_VOTING | YES | — | Passed |
| 2025-09-04 | H.R. 4553 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-04 | H.R. 4553 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | 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 |
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.