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U.S. Senator from Connecticut

Born

February 13, 1946

Age 80

Phone

(202) 224-2823

Office

503 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510, Washington 20510

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Senator|Democrat|Connecticut

Richard Blumenthal

Richard Blumenthal is an American politician and attorney serving as the senior United States senator from the state of Connecticut. A member of the Democratic Party, he has been a member of the Senate since 2011. Blumenthal previously served as U.S. attorney for the District of Connecticut, as a member of the Connecticut General Assembly, and as the 23rd Connecticut attorney general.

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Voting Record — 772

Yes26%

No72%

Present0%

Not Voting1%

Party align98%

Cross-party1%

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Richard Blumenthal

U.S. SenatorDemocratConnecticut

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Richard's ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 102 sponsored · 558 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.gov17h ago(source)

AI companions pose a grave danger to our nation's children—machine-made “friends” luring young people into toxic fake relationships, exposing them to explicit content & encouraging self-destructive behavior. My GUARD Act enacts safeguards to protect children from such harms.

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.gov1d ago(source)

Ads aimed at kids selling firearms—including assault weapons, like the GOAT-15—are deceptive, destructive, & deadly. We need to pass the Responsible Firearms Marketing Act to stop gun manufacturers from targeting the vulnerabilities & insecurities of children.

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.gov1d ago(source)

This shortsighted decision by FDA will turbocharge nicotine addiction & rollback progress made in reducing youth tobacco use. We know flavored products draw in young people, there is no excuse for enacting contradictory measures—exacerbating disease & death in a new generation.

Fruit-flavored e-cigarettes for adults OK'd by FDA in major shift under Trump

The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.gov2d ago(source)

Trump’s delusional claim that Ukraine is “militarily defeated” spouts Putin’s propaganda. The Russian people see through it. So do Ukrainians. They’re standing strong & pushing back—& could actually prevail, with sufficient support from the U.S. & Europe.

Putin’s Strongman Image Is Fading as Ukraine Brings War Home to Russia

The Russian president’s “Victory Day” cult has backfired as the conflict drags on longer than the Soviets’ battle against the Nazis.

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.gov2d ago(source)

Proud to celebrate CT's small business owners whose hard work & innovation create jobs, power our economy, & sustain our communities. Congratulations to this year’s Small Businesses Awards winners—your drive & dedication are an inspiration to us all.

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.gov2d ago(source)

There is no excuse to oppose the Major Richard Star Act—veterans support it, a majority of the Senate supports it, Sec. Hegseth supports it. I will move again for a vote on this critical legislation that removes the wounded veteran tax imposed on brave combat-injured veterans.

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.gov3d ago(source)

The Gold Star Memorial Bridge is a vital economic pillar & iconic symbol of America—now needing reconstruction to make it safer & speedier. I’m proud of work done by our delegation for nearly $1 billion in federal funds enabling it.

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.gov3d ago(source)

Students & teachers at Sacred Heart Univ. conveyed invaluable insights about gambling pitfalls & problems, including addiction. Their moving experiences bolster my fight for safeguards like my SAFE Bet & GRIT Acts.

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.gov3d ago(source)

There is no pause button in the Constitution or War Powers mandate. I’ll continue working with colleagues to seek a path out of this wasteful war of choice & illusion.

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.gov3d ago(source)

Military action at the Strait is part of the ongoing war, not some distinct operation as Hegseth disingenuously attempts to depict it. He’s seemingly seeking to avoid coming to Congress as required by law, pushing an imaginary pause button.

Hegseth says battle for Hormuz is ‘separate and distinct' from the Iran war

The Defense secretary distanced Project Freedom, the latest effort to reopen the strait, from the rest of the Iran war.

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.gov3d ago(source)

Republicans should join us in saying enough is enough. No more repugnant destruction & construction. No more repellent donor corruption. No more revolting defiance of law, history & taste.

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.gov3d ago(source)

The private donors are paying to play—sweetheart contracts, cancelled investigations, rigged regulations & more.

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.gov3d ago(source)

Stained by anonymous donations from giant corporations & billionaires—bearing corrupt stench—Republicans are seeking to whitewash Trump’s vanity fling with taxpayer funds.

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.gov3d ago(source)

Trump’s gilded boondoggle balloons. Republicans mock fiscal prudence & respect for American history by aiding & abetting their dear leader’s gold plated monstrosity—a $1 billion monument to himself.

GOP offers $1B for White House security, sparking dispute over ballroom

Senate Republicans maintain their budget reconciliation proposal would authorize security construction, but not Trump’s ballroom. The White House disagrees.

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.gov4d ago(source)

The estimated cost for the Lafayette Square project was $3.3M. The firm building Trump’s ballroom got the contract without bidding & now it will cost taxpayers $17.4M. I’m demanding answers to understand if Clark’s unilateral selection is a reward for building the ballroom.

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.gov4d ago(source)

ICE’s spreading tentacles & vicious tactics threaten CT—so I’m proud & grateful to stand with Gov Lamont & our state legislators as they enact safeguards. I’m fighting for the same reforms in federal law.

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.gov4d ago(source)

Fighting it requires more resources for the Army Corps of Engineers, which is why I’m demanding $18 million for FY2027. 2

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.gov4d ago(source)

Hydrilla is an invasive, spreading peril—an ugly aqua species that suffocates plants & fish, threatens drinking water supplies, undercuts recreation & tourism on the CT River & other rivers & lakes. 1/

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.gov4d ago(source)

My Prediction Markets Security & Integrity Act would regulate this scheme for what it is—gambling—& put much needed rules to prevent insider trading, addiction & misleading or dangerous bets.

Richard Blumenthal@blumenthal.senate.gov4d ago(source)

Prediction markets are rigged against consumers—insider trading, misleading bets & worse returns than Vegas slot machines. A shocking 67% of profits go to only 0.1% accounts.

Why Almost Everyone Loses—Except a Few Sharks—on Prediction Markets

A WSJ analysis shows a small number of accounts on Polymarket and Kalshi—often pros using data-driven algorithmic trading—take home most of the winnings.

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Sponsored Bills(102)

S. 4237 (119th)
A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to modify the eligibility requirements for tra…
S. 4269 (119th)
A bill to repeal certain student loan provisions, and for other purposes.
S.J. Res. 150 (119th)
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, Unite…
S. 4140 (119th)
A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to improve the Department of Veterans Affairs …
S. 4149 (119th)
A bill to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to convene a task force to deve…

Cosponsored Bills(558)

S. Res. 709 (119th)
A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Nurses Week, to be observed from Ma…
Joined: 2026-04-30
S. Res. 720 (119th)
A resolution recognizing the significance of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Is…
Joined: 2026-04-30
S. 4438 (119th)
A bill to direct the Federal Communications Commission to establish a program to make grants…
Joined: 2026-04-29
S. 4436 (119th)
A bill to nullify certain rules related to foreign assistance.
Joined: 2026-04-29
S. 4437 (119th)
A bill to amend the Animal Welfare Act to establish additional requirements for dealers, and…
Joined: 2026-04-29

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Voting History

772 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
2025-08-01	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Points of Order Re: Merkley Amdt. No. 3114)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (44-51, 3/5 majority required)
2025-08-01	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)
2025-08-01	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (54-43)
2025-08-01	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-44)
2025-08-01	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (55-41)
2025-07-31	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)
2025-07-31	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)
2025-07-31	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-44)
2025-07-31	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-45)
2025-07-31	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (53-44)
2025-07-31	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-44)
2025-07-31	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (53-45)
2025-07-31	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (59-39)
2025-07-31	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-45)
2025-07-31	—	End debate	NOT_VOTING	NO	—	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-41)
2025-07-30	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-44)
2025-07-30	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (59-38)
2025-07-30	S.J. Res. 34 (119th)	Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 34	NO	YES	✕↔	Motion to Discharge Rejected (24-73)
2025-07-30	S.J. Res. 41 (119th)	Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 41	NO	YES	✕↔	Motion to Discharge Rejected (27-70)
2025-07-30	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-44)
2025-07-30	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-44)
2025-07-30	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-44)
2025-07-30	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (53-45)
2025-07-30	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-47)
2025-07-29	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (50-49)
2025-07-29	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (54-44)
2025-07-29	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-45)
2025-07-29	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-47)
2025-07-29	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-47)
2025-07-29	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-47)
2025-07-29	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-47)
2025-07-29	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (50-47)
2025-07-28	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-45)
2025-07-28	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (50-39)
2025-07-28	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-45)
2025-07-24	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-48)
2025-07-24	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-47)
2025-07-24	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-46)
2025-07-24	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-46)
2025-07-23	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (49-47)
2025-07-23	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (49-47)
2025-07-23	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (48-47)
2025-07-23	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (49-47)
2025-07-23	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (49-47)
2025-07-23	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Begin consideration	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (90-8)
2025-07-23	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-47)
2025-07-23	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-41)
2025-07-22	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (61-35)
2025-07-22	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-46)
2025-07-22	H.R. 3944 (119th)	End filibuster to begin debate	YES	YES	✓	Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Agreed to (91-7, 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.

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