I’ve long advocated, through our Afghan Adjustment Act, to create a pathway to permanent legal status for these allies & will continue to fight to protect them as they did for our troops. My office stands ready to assist Zia & his family as we receive more information. 3
Congress Member Profile|U.S. Senator|Democrat|Connecticut
Richard Blumenthal
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Voting Record — 851
Yes29%
No70%
Present0%
Not Voting1%
Party align98%
Cross-party1%
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Richard Blumenthal
U.S. SenatorDemocratConnecticut
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20 recent posts · 114 sponsored · 611 cosponsored
Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.
Our Afghan wartime allies, at risk of retribution, fear for their lives in Afghanistan. ICE seems to be seeking to deport citizens, legal residents & others who have committed no crime without articulating any legal basis. 2/
Targeting our Afghan allies is unconscionable & cruel. Zia S. entered & resided in the United States legally, after serving bravely alongside American forces fighting against tyranny & oppression. 1/
The time is now to pass our Russia Sanctions bill. On @morningjoe-msnbc.bsky.social, I talked about how peace through strength is the only viable strategy with a thug like Putin.
Republicans are killing Elmo & canceling local emergency alerts because they’re too thin-skinned to handle a couple of tough questions from the free & independent press. It’s pathetic & it’s harmful—an act of cowardice.
Everything about this bill reeks of cruelty, from cutting educational TV to letting kids starve. I'm especially angry about Republicans' devastating cuts to public broadcasting—outlets that hold politicians accountable, produce local news & are a lifeline during natural disasters.
Without restrictions on donations to Presidential Libraries, foreign govts can potentially extract White House policy favors in exchange for gifts & benefits. @warren.senate.gov & my bill closes these loopholes so Presidential Libraries can't be used as a backdoor for influence & corruption.
If you need a new or renewed passport or Pre-check, I am sponsoring Passport Day on Thursday, July 17 from noon to 7 p.m. in Hartford. Passport Office and TSA reps will assist and process applications.
Avoid heartbreak & financial loss by checking & renewing your passport. The U.S. Passport Agency can expedite, & my office can help in a pinch.
Traveling this summer? Be aware that the expiration date of your passport generally must be 6 months later than your departure date— or you’ll be barred at the gate from boarding. No exceptions.
Trump VA’s actions are harmful & careless: hiding info about cancelling contracts & claiming credit for “savings” that never materialize.
Whether they’re incompetent or disingenuous—we will not accept this Admin’s continued attempts to stonewall Congress & shortchange veterans.
The Trump Admin's cruel cuts to the National Weather Service&FEMA harm communities nationwide—including in CT. With 100-year storms happening every year&increasing disasters—like the recent tragedy in TX—we need adequately staffed agencies to mitigate damage&build resilience.
We’ll continue to push for Senator Graham & my Russia Sanctions bill with even tougher penalties to deter India, China, Brazil & others from fueling Putin’s war machine. Congressional action sends a powerful message of support.
The President’s announcement is a breakthrough step—committing to both substantial military aid & strong sanctions. It recognizes the urgency of showing sledgehammer strength—because peace through strength is the only viable strategy with a thug like Putin.
Momentum building for our Russia Sanctions bill, shown by repeated statements of support from heads of state in Rome at the Ukraine Recovery Conference. Bone crushing sanctions should help halt China, India & Brazil from fueling Russia’s war machine by buying its oil & gas.
Peace through strength—a clear, unified message from European leaders in support of Ukraine. They know Ukraine’s fight is our fight, because Putin will put other nations in peril if he wins there. Only strength will compel Putin to talk seriously about peace.
Deeply inspired & energized by strong solidarity among European heads of state—hearing from Sen. Graham & me about our Russia Sanctions bill at the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Rome. Powerful commitment to Ukraine’s cause & our legislation.
Time for Hegseth to go. Reportedly, he stopped Ukraine military aid without consulting the President—a rogue & reprehensible breach of responsibility. Add it to a series of serious national security breaches.
Shutting down the Job Corps, as the Dept of Labor is trying to do, is cruel & stupid. It hurts CT’s young people like Troy & Nahjayiah who are trying to develop the skills our economy needs & it undermines local businesses. We won’t stop fighting to protect the Job Corps.
Make no mistake, this is still a reduction in force—except VA has been able to do it without accountability & transparency to veterans & Congress. It is shameful, & it will continue to ruin veterans’ trust in VA for years to come. 3
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Voting History851 total votesExpandCollapse
Voting History
851 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-02-12 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-47) |
| 2025-02-12 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (52-48) |
| 2025-02-10 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-46) |
| 2025-02-06 | — | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (53-45) |
| 2025-02-06 | — | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (53-46) |
| 2025-02-06 | — | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-46) |
| 2025-02-06 | — | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-46) |
| 2025-02-06 | — | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-46) |
| 2025-02-06 | — | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-46) |
| 2025-02-06 | — | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-47) |
| 2025-02-06 | — | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-47) |
| 2025-02-06 | — | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-46) |
| 2025-02-06 | — | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-47) |
| 2025-02-06 | — | Kill the motion | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Table Agreed to (52-47) |
| 2025-02-06 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (53-47) |
| 2025-02-05 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-47) |
| 2025-02-05 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (55-44) |
| 2025-02-04 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (55-45) |
| 2025-02-04 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (54-46) |
| 2025-02-04 | — | Confirm nominee | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Nomination Confirmed (77-23) |
| 2025-02-03 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-46) |
| 2025-02-03 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (59-38) |
| 2025-02-03 | — | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-46) |
| 2025-01-30 | — | End debate | YES | YES | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (83-13) |
| 2025-01-30 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (62-35) |
| 2025-01-30 | — | Confirm nominee | YES | YES | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (80-17) |
| 2025-01-29 | — | End debate | NO | YES | ✕ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (78-20) |
| 2025-01-29 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (56-42) |
| 2025-01-29 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (56-42) |
| 2025-01-28 | H.R. 23 (119th) | End filibuster to begin debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (54-45, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2025-01-28 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | YES | ✕ | Nomination Confirmed (77-22) |
| 2025-01-27 | — | End debate | YES | YES | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (97-0) |
| 2025-01-27 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (68-29) |
| 2025-01-25 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (67-23) |
| 2025-01-25 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (59-34) |
| 2025-01-24 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (61-39) |
| 2025-01-24 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (50-50, Vice President of the United States, voted Yea) |
| 2025-01-23 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-49) |
| 2025-01-23 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (74-25) |
| 2025-01-23 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (72-26) |
| 2025-01-22 | S. 6 (119th) | End filibuster to begin debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (52-47, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2025-01-21 | — | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (53-45) |
| 2025-01-21 | — | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (54-46) |
| 2025-01-20 | — | Confirm nominee | YES | YES | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (99-0) |
| 2025-01-20 | S. 5 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Bill Passed (64-35) |
| 2025-01-20 | S. 5 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Amendment Agreed to (75-24) |
| 2025-01-17 | S. 5 (119th) | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (61-35, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2025-01-15 | S. 5 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (46-49) |
| 2025-01-15 | S. 5 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Amendment Agreed to (70-25) |
| 2025-01-13 | S. 5 (119th) | Begin consideration | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (82-10) |
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.