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Representative for Missouri District 5
Born
October 26, 1944
Age 81
Phone
(202) 225-4535
Office
2217 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington 20515
Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Missouri District 5

Emanuel Cleaver

Emanuel Cleaver II is an American politician and United Methodist pastor serving as the U.S. representative for Missouri's 5th congressional district since 2005. A member of the Democratic Party, he previously served as the 51st mayor of Kansas City, Missouri, from 1991 to 1999, becoming the first Black person to hold that role.

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Voting Record — 568
Yes40%
No54%
Present0%
Not Voting5%
Party align99%
Cross-party0%
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Congressional District 5

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Emanuel Cleaver
U.S. RepresentativeDemocratMissouri District 5
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Emanuel's ATmosphere Activity
20 recent posts · 20 sponsored · 200 cosponsored
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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govMay 1(source)
In the first 100 days, Donald Trump, Elon Musk and Rubber Stamp Republicans have spent their time attacking Social Security, firing veterans, choking off medical research, and unleashing tariffs that are shrinking the economy. Democrats are committed to using every tool at our disposal to stop it.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govApr 30(source)
The Republican budget bill would enact multiple car taxes on Americans to the order of $7 billion each year, while the broader bill would give an average tax cut of $278,000 to each taxpayer in the top 0.1% of earners. How does that benefit working families? www.americanprogress.org/article/the-...
The Latest House Republican Car Tax Proposal Would Impose New Annual Costs on American Families
The inefficient and inequitable proposed car tax will only cover 34 percent of the shortfall in the Highway Trust Fund.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govApr 30(source)
This is a direct result of the president’s reckless economic policies, which are rapidly driving America toward a painful and unnecessary recession. Rather than raising tariff taxes on American consumers to pay for tax cuts for billionaires, the president should invest in working class families!
The Washington Post
@washingtonpost.com
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Breaking news: The U.S. economy shrank in the first three months of 2025, contracting by an annualized rate of 0.3 percent, a stark reversal after nearly three years of solid growth, as tariff-related uncertainty upended spending patterns and raised fears of an impending recession.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govApr 30(source)
The CFPB has delivered $21B in relief to 205 million+ Americans by taking on junk fees, scammers, megabanks, and predatory lenders. So why are Republicans trying to defund the agency? They’re NOT fighting for the people—they're fighting for Wall Street & the ultra wealthy.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govApr 29(source)
The Trump administration’s “policies threaten to undermine U.S. competitiveness in emerging areas like artificial intelligence, and to leave Americans as a whole poorer, less healthy and less productive in the decades ahead.” www.nytimes.com/2025/03/31/b...
Trump’s Science Policies Pose Long-Term Risk, Economists Warn
Since World War II, U.S. research funding has led to discoveries that fueled economic gains. Now cutbacks are seen as putting that legacy in jeopardy.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govApr 29(source)
President Trump’s chaos and recklessness have isolated America on the world stage, raised prices on everyday goods, and led us straight toward a completely avoidable recession. His first 100 days in office have been a complete disaster for American families—and they’re sick and tired of it.
CNN
@cnn.com
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US consumer confidence hits lowest level since May 2020 as President Trump's tariff policies fuel fears of rising inflation and a recession cnn.it/44yfLGz
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govApr 29(source)
This is funding for cancer research, disaster relief, critical infrastructure projects, and so much more – all of it approved by Congress and illegally withheld from communities like #MO05. And American families are the ones paying the price. www.appropriations.senate.gov/trumps-fundi...
Senate Appropriations Dems
@senateapprops.bsky.social
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NEW: Just 100 days in, Trump is blocking $430+ billion in federal funding, & it is families, small businesses, & communities across America who are paying the price. We teamed up with @democrats-appropriations.house.gov to track Trump’s unprecedented funding freeze.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govApr 29(source)
Whether it's challenging extreme executive overreach, standing up for federal workers and vulnerable populations, or safeguarding our democratic norms, I will always stand up for families in #MO05 See how I’ve been pushing back here: cleaver.house.gov/news/holding...
Holding the White House Accountable
As your representative in Congress, I am committed to holding the White House accountable and standing up to President Trump's dangerous and reckless actions.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govApr 29(source)
For 100 days, the Trump administration has wrought havoc on our communities by freezing federal investments, enacting the largest tax hike on consumers and small businesses in decades, and running roughshod over the Constitution and the rule of law. The American people are tired of it.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govApr 28(source)
I was proud to join @booker.senate.gov and @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social on the steps of the Capitol to call out Congressional Republicans’ heartless budget, which would enact the largest cut to Medicaid in history and gut programs like SNAP to fund another tax cut for billionaires like Elon Musk.
Sen. Cory Booker
@booker.senate.gov
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This is a moral moment in America. Sitting on the Capitol steps with Leader Hakeem Jeffries this morning to discuss what’s at stake with Trump’s budget and affirm the need for collective action to protect Medicaid, food assistance, and other safety net programs. @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govApr 28(source)
“The Trump administration is considering eliminating funding for two key federal programs that help millions of low-income Americans educate their young children and heat their homes.” Taking from the needy to give another tax cut to the billionaires. www.cnn.com/2025/04/18/p...
Head Start and heating assistance targeted in Trump draft budget proposal | CNN Politics
The Trump administration is considering eliminating funding for two key federal programs that help millions of low-income Americans educate their young children and heat their homes.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govApr 28(source)
I was proud to secure $1 million in Community Project Funding to help bring this important project to life. Investing in young moms and their babies means investing in the future of our communities – and that’s a promise I will always work to keep. cleaver.house.gov/media-center...
Rep. Cleaver Secures $18.79 Million for Local Projects in MO-05 in Bipartisan Government Funding Package
(Washington, D.C.) – Today, U.S. Representative Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) announced that he has secured $18.79 million in federal funding for 14 separate local projects throughout Missouri’s Fifth Co...
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govApr 28(source)
I was honored to attend the groundbreaking for Mother’s Refuge Welcome Home Housing Revitalization project – safe, supportive housing for pregnant & parenting young moms and their babies who need a stable place to thrive. Every family deserves a strong start, & this project will deliver just that.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govApr 28(source)
“One of them is a 4-year-old with Stage 4 cancer who was deported without medication or the ability to contact their doctors, the family’s lawyer said.” The cruelty of this administration is a moral stain on America. www.washingtonpost.com/immigration/...
Three U.S. citizens, ages 2, 4 and 7, swiftly deported from Louisiana
The cases have renewed concerns that the Trump administration’s expedited deportations are violating the rights of both citizens and noncitizens.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govApr 25(source)
This is what we’re used to seeing in third-world banana republics. As the Trump administration continues to trample over the Constitution and the rule of law, it’s critically important that Republicans in Congress and on the Supreme Court join in the fight to stop this lawlessness.
CNN
@cnn.com
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The Federal Bureau of Investigation arrested a Milwaukee County Circuit judge Friday, FBI Director Kash Patel said on social media, accusing her of helping an undocumented immigrant avoid arrest. cnn.it/3RwAYZH
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govApr 25(source)
The president’s tariff taxes are incredibly unpopular and causing unnecessary economic distress to families and small businesses across the country. Congress can put an end to this at any moment—but the GOP must stand up to the madness.
CNN
@cnn.com
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Consumer sentiment plunged 8% in April as Americans continue to dread a recession and rising inflation due to Trump's tariffs, survey shows
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govApr 25(source)
I applaud the courts for blocking this attempt to cut funding from schools with diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. While the GOP is fighting to defund public schools, Democrats are working to ensure every American has access to a quality education. apnews.com/article/trum...
Judges blocks Trump push to cut funding to public schools over diversity programs
A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration’s guidance forbidding diversity, equity and inclusion efforts in K-12 public schools.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govApr 25(source)
The Trump Administration’s push to defund Head Start is yet another example of the GOP’s ongoing effort to gut programs that working class families depend on to fund more tax breaks for billionaires like President Trump & Elon Musk. It’s dangerously shortsighted. www.kansascity.com/news/politic...
KC-area parents, providers warn of ‘devastating impact’ if children’s program ends
Kansas City-area children and families will suffer if Congress votes to cut Head Start funding, program supporters warn.
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Voting History
568 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.

DateBillQuestionPositionParty MajAlign?Result
2025-12-10S. 1071 (119th)Motion to CommitYESYES✓Failed
2025-12-10H. Res. 936 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Passed
2025-12-10H. Res. 936 (119th)End debate nowNONO✓Passed
2025-12-10H.R. 1676 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-12-09S. 356 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-12-04H.R. 1049 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-12-04H.R. 1069 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-12-03H.R. 1005 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-12-03H.R. 4305 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-12-03H.R. 2965 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-12-02H. Res. 916 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Passed
2025-12-02H. Res. 916 (119th)End debate nowNONO✓Passed
2025-12-02H.R. 4423 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-12-01H.R. 5348 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-11-21H. Con. Res. 58 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Passed
2025-11-20H.R. 1949 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-11-20H.R. 3109 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-11-20H. Res. 893 (119th)Motion to ReferNOYES✕Passed
2025-11-20H.R. 6019 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-11-20H.R. 4058 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-11-20H.R. 5107 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-11-20H.R. 5214 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-11-19H. Res. 888 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Failed
2025-11-19S.J. Res. 80 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-11-19H.J. Res. 131 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-11-19H.J. Res. 130 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-11-18H. Res. 888 (119th)Motion to ReferYESYES✓Failed
2025-11-18H. Res. 878 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Passed
2025-11-18H. Res. 879 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Passed
2025-11-18H. Res. 879 (119th)End debate nowNONO✓Passed
2025-11-18H.R. 4405 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-11-18H. Res. 878 (119th)Kill the motionYESYES✓Failed
2025-11-18H.R. 2659 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-11-17H.R. 1608 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-11-13H.R. 5371 (119th)Accept Senate changesNONO✓Passed
2025-11-12H. Res. 873 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Passed
2025-09-19H. Res. 719 (119th)Approve resolutionNOYES✕Passed
2025-09-19H.R. 5371 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-09-19H.R. 5371 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2025-09-18H.R. 1047 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-09-18H.R. 3015 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-09-18H.R. 3062 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-09-17H. Res. 713 (119th)Kill the motionYESYES✓Passed
2025-09-17H.R. 5143 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-09-17H.R. 5125 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-09-17H. Res. 722 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Passed
2025-09-17H. Res. 722 (119th)End debate nowNONO✓Passed
2025-09-16H.R. 5140 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-09-16H.R. 4922 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-09-16H.R. 2721 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed

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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