Hegseth is saying the quiet part out loud: Trump wants to turn US media into state propaganda to parrot their line, not tell the truth.
We're seeing corporate, right-leaning media consolidation bend the knee to Trump. Americans must find independent, trustworthy, news sources.
Congress Member Profile|U.S. Senator|Democrat|Maryland
Chris Van Hollen
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Voting Record — 771
Yes25%
No73%
Present0%
Not Voting2%
Party align97%
Cross-party0%
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Chris Van Hollen
U.S. SenatorDemocratMaryland
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Chris's ATmosphere Activity
20 recent posts · 56 sponsored · 407 cosponsored
Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.
Not one more dime for an illegal war of choice that is making us less safe.
The best way to protect our troops, end the killing of school children and civilians, reduce skyrocketing oil and gas prices, and stop wasting billions of taxpayer dollars is to cut off the funding.
Americans are working harder & longer & still can't make ends meet.
I'm proposing a bill to cut taxes for 130 million workers, paid for by a surtax on income over $1 million a year.
It's time our tax code worked for working people & the wealthiest pay their fair share.
In January, I joined 100s of Marylanders in Hagerstown who made clear they did not want an ICE detention facility near their community.
While Trump’s lawless ICE operation continues to ignore public sentiment, this is an important ruling.
The fight continues.
It is both pathetic & dangerous to see Republicans actively stoking a religious war in a country that was founded on the value of religious freedom.
Fortunately, the good people of NYC did not fall for this grotesque, bigoted fear mongering against @mayor.nyc.gov.
Every American deserves to feel safe in their place of worship.
I’m appalled by this attack on a synagogue in Michigan, especially as Jewish communities across our country face increasing threats from antisemitism. There can be no place for violence or hate in our nation.
On the campaign trail, Trump pledged he would not drag America into another war.
Then he became the first president stupid & reckless enough to put American lives at risk in support of Israeli PM Netanyahu's 40-year quest for a regime change war in Iran.
For months, we warned DOGE's access to Americans' private data was ripe for abuse. And here it is:
A former DOGE employee stole the Social Security numbers & personal info of over 500 MILLION Americans.
Musk, Trump, & their DOGE lackies must be made to answer for this, NOW.
Thank you to the first responders who responded to this emergency and who are on front lines of public safety every day. I'm especially thinking of this officer and praying for his recovery. We're keeping him and his loved ones in our thoughts.
The Trump DOJ gave Ticketmaster a sweetheart deal that keeps their monopoly intact & does nothing to stop their ridiculously high prices & fees.
The deal was so good, their stock price jumped 6.2% after the news broke.
Once again: Trump's putting corporations over consumers.
Earlier this year leaked video showed the inhumane conditions at the Baltimore ICE Holding Facility.
Today we conducted an unannounced oversight visit.
Here's some of what we learned:
When Trump said this strike was "done by Iran," he was lying, just as he lied about keeping America out of wars.
He & Sec. Hegseth are responsible for the killing of these 175 people, most of them children. They must be held accountable.
www.nytimes.com/2026/03/08/w...
There is a growing sickness in the Republican Party that spawns this virulent hatred.
Replace 'Muslims' with any other faith & this man would be run out of Congress.
Their tolerance for this bigotry is a cancer in their ranks. Hate, in all its forms, should find no refuge here.
Last year Trump slashed funds for healthcare & food programs. Now he's spending $1 BILLION PER DAY on his war of choice in Iran.
While millions here at home can't afford their basic needs, Trump is spending billions on a regime change war that's making us less safe.
It’s been 15 days since the Supreme Court struck down Trump’s illegal tariff tax & he still has no plan to put YOUR money back in your pocket.
When are American families going to see the $1,700 he stole? Return the money, NOW!
Last year, at least 32 people died in ICE custody — the most in 2 decades. Reports show at least 9 have died already this year. How many more before Republicans act?
Trump & Republicans cut Medicaid & SNAP to give this lawless agency an extra $75 BILLION.
Not one more dime.
Yesterday, I asked Kristi Noem’s former number 2, whether he disagreed with Noem’s statement that Renee Good & Alex Pretti were “domestic terrorists."
He refused to answer.
It's clear no one in this Administration knows right from wrong. He should not be representing our country.
This mass killing of children is unconscionable. It bears the hallmarks of a war crime.
Trump & Hegseth must answer for the US's role & they must be held accountable. People deserve the full truth. There must be an immediate & transparent investigation.
www.nytimes.com/2026/03/05/w...
Good riddance. Now how about the rest of the Cabinet?
www.nbcnews.com/politics/tru...
Our Ambassadors should have a basic understanding of the Constitution. But apparently, that's too much to ask of this Admin.
Trump's pick to be Ambassador to El Salvador (who was also Noem's deputy at DHS) had trouble answering basic questions about our Constitution.
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Voting History
771 total votes
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| Date | Bill | Question | Position | Party Maj | Align? | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | NO | NO | ✓ | Bill Passed (60-40) |
| 2025-11-10 | H.R. 5371 (119th) | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (60-40, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2025-11-10 | H.R. 5371 (119th) | Vote on amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Amendment Agreed to (60-40) |
| 2025-11-10 | H.R. 5371 (119th) | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (60-40, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2025-11-10 | H.R. 5371 (119th) | Kill the motion | YES | 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 | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (60-40) |
| 2025-11-09 | H.R. 5371 (119th) | End filibuster to begin debate | NO | 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) | Joint Resolution S.J.Res. 88 | YES | YES | ✓ | Joint Resolution Passed (51-47) |
| 2025-10-30 | S.J. Res. 80 (119th) | Joint Resolution S.J.Res. 80 | NO | NO | ✓ | Joint Resolution Passed (52-45) |
| 2025-10-29 | S.J. Res. 77 (119th) | Joint Resolution S.J.Res. 77 | 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) | Joint Resolution S.J.Res. 81 | 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 | NO | 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 | NO | 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 | NOT_VOTING | NO | — | Nomination Confirmed (52-45) |
| 2025-10-22 | — | End debate | NOT_VOTING | NO | — | Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-45) |
| 2025-10-22 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (60-39) |
| 2025-10-22 | H.R. 5371 (119th) | End filibuster to begin debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (54-46, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2025-10-21 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (53-46) |
| 2025-10-21 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-46) |
| 2025-10-21 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-46) |
| 2025-10-21 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (66-32) |
| 2025-10-20 | H.R. 5371 (119th) | End filibuster to begin debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (50-43, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2025-10-16 | H.R. 4016 (119th) | End filibuster to begin debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (50-44, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2025-10-16 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (62-34) |
| 2025-10-16 | H.R. 5371 (119th) | End filibuster to begin debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (51-45, 3/5 majority required) |
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.