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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.govFeb 24(source)
As Elon Musk & Donald Trump fire hardworking civil servants at the IRS campus in Kansas City, a bipartisan group of former IRS Commissioners explain why such actions at the beginning of tax season will be a headache for taxpayers and costly to the nation. www.nytimes.com/2025/02/24/o...
Opinion | Trump Just Fired 6,700 I.R.S. Workers in the Middle of Tax Season. That’s a Huge Mistake.
The Trump administration’s decision to fire over 6,000 I.R.S. workers will make the government less effective and less efficient, not more.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govFeb 24(source)
This week, I’m in D.C. to oppose the Republican budget scheme that betrays the middle class by cutting Medicaid and food assistance programs while giving huge tax breaks to billionaires like Donald Trump and Elon Musk. @housedemocrats.bsky.social will fight against the #RepublicanRipOff
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govFeb 24(source)
President Trump’s federal funding freezes are delaying critical local projects in #MO05 and preventing Missouri families from accessing programs they depend upon. I spoke with @kmbc9.bsky.social to discuss the impact on our communities. Listen here: www.kmbc.com/article/rep-...
Rep. Cleaver Discusses impact of federal funding freeze
Federal cuts to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs leave local nonprofits scrambling. We speak with Representative Emanuel Cleaver on federal cuts and their impacts here at home.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govFeb 21(source)
From gutting critical services and freezing congressionally authorized funding, to firing hardworking federal employees, the 1st month of the 2nd Trump Administration has been filled with chaos & confusion. I’ll keep fighting to protect our communities from the madness. www.kcur.org/podcast/up-t...
Kansas City Democrats say Trump's mass layoffs have sown 'chaos' in the country
Missouri Rep. Emanuel Cleaver II says that Congressional Democrats have no power to stop the Trump administration's funding cuts and other actions without Republican buy-in. Cleaver and Kansas Rep. Sh...
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govFeb 21(source)
Trump, Musk, and the GOP have fired civil servants responsible for health and public safety, caused disruptions for small businesses, and undermined critical government services. We want to hear how these actions have affected you. Share your stories here: democraticleader.house.gov/shareyourstory
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Since January 20, Donald Trump, Elon Musk and Republicans' actions — many of them unconstitutional and in violation of federal law — have led to the firing of essential civil servants with responsibil...
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govFeb 21(source)
The shockingly shortsighted decision to fire committed public servants in Kansas City will not only leave these Americans hanging out to dry, but it will also undermine essential services right in the middle of tax season and harm our local economy. www.kmbc.com/article/kans...
'Come into the building and bring your equipment': At least 100 people to be laid off from KC IRS campus
Additional layoffs are expected at the Overland Park and Lee's Summit IRS campuses.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govFeb 21(source)
Thank you to everyone who joined my Tele-Town Hall last night! I know there are many concerns about the chaos coming from Washington and the impact it will have on Missouri families. Together, we’ll keep fighting to uphold the rule of law and protect our communities. fox4kc.com/news/rep-ema...
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver hosts tele-town hall on concerns in U.S. Congress
The calls were taken from Kansas Citians, asking questions about the immigration laws and the future of Medicaid.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govFeb 19(source)
🚨 Join me tomorrow for a Tele-Town Hall to discuss the Trump administration’s actions & how they’re impacting our communities. Your voice matters & I look forward to hearing from you! 📅 2/20 @ 6:30 PM CST 📞: 855-927-0892 💻: access.live/Cleaver Bring your questions—let’s talk!
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govFeb 19(source)
“If there’s no one watching, if the risk of getting caught goes down, more companies will bend the law to make money.” Democrats created the CFPB to protect American families from predatory financial schemes. The billionaires want to go back to ripping you off. apnews.com/article/trum...
Consumer watchdog agency called ‘vicious’ by Trump seen as a ‘hero’ to many it aided
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is in the crosshairs of a White House that has halted its work, closed its headquarters and fired dozens of its workers.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govFeb 19(source)
Important reminder that roughly one-third of America’s federal employees are veterans. As President Trump and Elon Musk accelerate their efforts to illegally fire civil servants in every department, it’s the men and women who have served who will be most impacted.
Noah Lanard
@nlanard.bsky.social
Open post ↗
DOGE in practice: Disabled Army veteran who has 4 kids and did 3 tours overseas is fired from his job at Bronx VA hospital
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govFeb 19(source)
“Civil servants are the backbone of our democracy. They keep our communities safe, our economy strong, and our government accountable” As President Trump continues to harass America’s federal workers, I’ll keep fighting to protect these patriots and uphold the law. www.kctv5.com/2025/02/14/m...
Metro area Congressman discusses deferred resignation with local workers
Local federal workers gathered to discuss what the deferred resignation proposals offered by President Trump mean for the metro area.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govFeb 14(source)
Big news for Kansas City! @UMKC has earned the prestigious Carnegie R1 classification, joining the nation’s top research universities. This is a game-changer for students, faculty, and the entire region—bringing innovation, investment, and opportunity. Proud to support UMKC’s continued excellence!
KCUR (Kansas City's best news source)
@kcur.org
Open post ↗
A school must spend at least $50 million on research and development and award at least 70 research doctorates in a single year to qualify as R1. Last year, UMKC spent $55 million and awarded 134 doctorates.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govFeb 14(source)
Trump’s plan is nothing more than a mass purge of dedicated public servants at agencies that benefit the American public and keep the nation running. This is harmful to all of us, but especially our neighbors and their families put in this position.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govFeb 14(source)
Last night I hosted a call with #AFGE, #NTEU, local unions, and federal employees to discuss Trump’s dangerous federal employee buyout plan. Federal workers keep our country running – gutting the workforce to reward political allies is unacceptable.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govFeb 14(source)
Today, we honor the 17 children & educators who lost their lives at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. My heart remains with survivors, families, & communities still grappling with the pain.
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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
2026-01-08H.R. 6938 (119th)Final passageYESYES✓Passed
2026-01-08H.R. 6938 (119th)Retaining Divisions B and CYESYES✓Passed
2026-01-08H.R. 6938 (119th)Retaining Division AYESYES✓Passed
2026-01-07H. Res. 780 (119th)Motion to DischargeYESYES✓Passed
2026-01-07H. Res. 977 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Passed
2026-01-07H. Res. 977 (119th)End debate nowNONO✓Passed
2026-01-06—Call of the HousePRESENT——Passed
2025-12-18H.R. 498 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-12-18H.R. 498 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2025-12-18H.R. 845 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-12-18H.R. 845 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2025-12-18H.R. 1366 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-12-18H.R. 1366 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2025-12-18H.R. 4776 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-12-18H.R. 4776 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2025-12-18H.R. 4776 (119th)Approve amendmentNONO✓Failed
2025-12-18H.R. 4776 (119th)Approve amendmentNONO✓Failed
2025-12-18H.R. 4776 (119th)Approve amendmentNONO✓Failed
2025-12-17H.R. 3492 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-12-17H.R. 3492 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2025-12-17H.R. 6703 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-12-17H.R. 6703 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2025-12-17H.R. 3616 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-12-17H. Con. Res. 64 (119th)Approve resolutionYESYES✓Failed
2025-12-17H. Con. Res. 61 (119th)Approve resolutionYESYES✓Failed
2025-12-17H. Res. 953 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Passed
2025-12-17H. Res. 953 (119th)End debate nowNONO✓Passed
2025-12-16H.R. 3632 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-12-16H.R. 3632 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2025-12-16H.R. 4371 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-12-16H.R. 4371 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2025-12-16H. Res. 951 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Passed
2025-12-16H. Res. 951 (119th)End debate nowNONO✓Passed
2025-12-16H.R. 3187 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-12-15S. 284 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-12-12H.R. 3668 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-12-12H.R. 3668 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2025-12-11H.R. 2550 (119th)Final passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-12-11H. Res. 432 (119th)Approve resolutionYESYES✓Passed
2025-12-11H.R. 3898 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-12-11H.R. 3898 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2025-12-11H.R. 3383 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-12-11H.R. 3383 (119th)Approve amendmentYESYES✓Failed
2025-12-11H.R. 3383 (119th)Approve amendmentYESYES✓Failed
2025-12-11H.R. 3383 (119th)Approve amendmentNONO✓Failed
2025-12-11H.R. 3638 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-12-11H.R. 3628 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-12-11H. Res. 939 (119th)Kill the motionNONO✓Passed
2025-12-10H. Res. 432 (119th)Motion to DischargeYESYES✓Passed
2025-12-10S. 1071 (119th)Final 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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