At a Glance

Seat

Representative for Texas District 20

Born

September 16, 1974

Age 51

Phone

(202) 225-3236

Office

2241 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington 20515

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Texas District 20

Joaquin Castro

Joaquin Castro is an American lawyer and Democratic politician who has represented Texas's 20th congressional district in the United States House of Representatives since 2013. The district includes just over half of his native San Antonio. He currently serves on the United States House Committee on Foreign Affairs and the United States House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence.

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Voting Record — 536

Yes39%

No58%

Present1%

Not Voting3%

Party align98%

Cross-party0%

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District Map

Congressional District 20

U.S. Census Bureau boundary data.

Social & Web

Official site Bluesky X @JoaquinCastrotx Facebook Instagram YouTube

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Joaquin Castro

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratTexas District 20

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Joaquin's ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 21 sponsored · 102 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Reposted byJoaquin Castro

Aaron Rupar@atrupar.comFeb 5(source)

Tina Smith: "I'm sitting here and I'm thinking about what's happening at the US Treasury tonight, and it seems to be entirely possible that he's trying to distract us all from the ransacking of the Treasury Department's federal payment system that is going on right now under the thumb of Elon Musk."

Reposted byJoaquin Castro

David Corn@davidcorn.bsky.socialFeb 5(source)

Yeah, and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. believes in vaccines.

Lauren Ashley Davis

@laurenmeidasa.bsky.social

Open post ↗

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent privately reassured Republican lawmakers Monday that Elon Musk and his team do not have control over a sensitive government system that manages the flow of trillions of dollars in payments. www.politico.com/news/2025/02...

Reposted byJoaquin Castro

Jim Acosta@jimacosta.bsky.socialFeb 5(source)

Hey here’s episode 2 with @joaquincastrotx.bsky.social - substack.com/@jimacosta/n...

The Jim Acosta Show Episode 2

My in-depth interview with Congressman Joaquin Castro. We discussed Elon Musk, migrant flights to GITMO, and questionable Trump administration picks.

Reposted byJoaquin Castro

Chris Hayes@chrislhayes.bsky.socialFeb 3(source)

Is Musk is *just now* being made a “special government employee” just confirms how illegal this has all been!

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Omnipotent Beaver@omnipotent-beaver.bsky.socialFeb 3(source)

Just had a delivery from HEB today. I’m disabled and it’s hard for me to leave my house. Paying extra for delivery and prices already being high, knowing that it’s going to get worse is extremely worrisome.

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Margie DeWind@betopotatohead.bsky.socialFeb 3(source)

I considered engaging in some panic grocery shopping last night but restrained myself and only engaged in panic filling the gas tank of my 20-year-old car.

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialFeb 3(source)

I just got back from a very busy H-E-B (for non-Texans: a grocery store) tonight. I think people realize that prices are about to spike because of the Republican trade wars coming this week.

Reposted byJoaquin Castro

Ryan Goodman@rgoodlaw.bsky.socialFeb 2(source)

Another FBI leader standing up for the rule of law “Today, we find ourselves in the middle of a battle of our own, as good people are being walked out of the FBI and others are being targeted because they did their jobs in accordance with the law and FBI policy." James Dennehy, FBI NY Field Office

Top F.B.I. Agent in New York Vows to ‘Dig In’ After Removals at Agency

James E. Dennehy, the highly respected leader of the largest and most important field office in the bureau, said the F.B.I. was in a “battle of our own.”

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialFeb 1(source)

Today marks the start of Black History Month, a time to celebrate the extraordinary achievements & contributions of Black Americans. As the President and those in power make baseless, dangerous attacks on diversity, this celebration of excellence is more important than ever.

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Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialFeb 1(source)

Two horrific plane crashes in less than 48 hours. My condolences are with the victims and the families of those affected by today’s plane crash in northeast Philadelphia and I’m praying for the community.

Plane with 2 aboard crashes in Philadelphia and sets multiple homes ablaze

A medical transport jet crashed in Philadelphia on Friday about 30 seconds after taking off, setting homes ablaze and unleashing a fireball into the night sky. Two people were on board, the Federal Av...

Reposted byJoaquin Castro

Clara Jeffery@clarajeffery.bsky.socialJan 31(source)

Good overview oeverything Trump/Musk have done to undermine air safety since coming to power prospect.org/infrastructu...

Donald Trump’s Second Term Begins With a Crash

If the president wanted to cause airline disasters, it’s hard to imagine what he would have done differently.

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialFeb 1(source)

Plane with 2 aboard crashes in Philadelphia and sets multiple homes ablaze

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Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialJan 31(source)

Before yesterday's crash, President Trump: - Fired the heads of the TSA and the Coast Guard - Pushed out the head of the FAA — leaving no one in charge - Gutted a key aviation safety group - Pushed air traffic controllers to quit as he purges the government He's putting Americans in danger.

Reposted byJoaquin Castro

Sawyer Hackett@sawyerhackett.bsky.socialJan 31(source)

It only took a couple hours before Trump’s own administration debunked him on DEI. - FAA report says staffing was “not normal” and that one controller was doing two jobs - FAA employee reports that DEI programs have nothing to do with air traffic control

Reposted byJoaquin Castro

Juan Escalante@juanescalante.comJan 30(source)

Just so we are clear on what to expect in the coming days, months, and years in terms of responses 1. It's Obama's fault 2. Biden broke it and left it for us 3. Woke 4. DEI 5. Thoughts 6. Prayers

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialJan 31(source)

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Chris Hayes@chrislhayes.bsky.socialJan 30(source)

He's not blaming DEI, he's blaming women and non white people.

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialJan 30(source)

If you need help with Social Security, Medicare or any federal programs or services, my office is here to help you. Give us a call at (210) 348-8216 or visit Castro.House.gov/Help to learn more. 2/

Help with a Federal Agency | U.S. Congressman Joaquin Castro

The Official U.S. Congressional website of Congressman Joaquin Castro

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialJan 30(source)

This week, my team held office hours for seniors at the Alicia Treviño López Senior Center on the Northwest side to share information on new Social Security initiatives and warn against frauds and scams that target seniors. 1/

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialJan 30(source)

DID YOU KNOW: Many Texans are eligible to file their taxes for free using the IRS Direct File tools. Republicans are attacking Direct File to protect the profits of big tax-prep companies. That's not right — and I'll keep working to support your right to file for free. directfile.irs.gov

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Sponsored Bills(21)

H.R. 7675 (119th)
Securing Partner Supply Chains Act
H. Res. 1012 (119th)
Recognizing and honoring Cristina M. Rodríguez for her historic appointment as dean of Yale …
H.R. 7059 (119th)
To prohibit the use of funds to use military force in or against Mexico, and for other purpo…
H.R. 6910 (119th)
To strengthen the development mandate of the United States International Development Finance…
H. Res. 969 (119th)
Expressing support for the designation of the week beginning on September 8, 2025, as "Natio…

Cosponsored Bills(102)

H.R. 8929 (119th)
To amend title 1, United States Code, to expand the scope of documents the Secretary of Stat…
Joined: 2026-05-20
H. Res. 1210 (119th)
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives in support of the International Atomic …
Joined: 2026-04-23
H.R. 8494 (119th)
To prohibit the Department of Homeland Security from entering into, modifying, extending, or…
Joined: 2026-04-23
H. Res. 1186 (119th)
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that President Donald Trump, his Specia…
Joined: 2026-04-16
H. Res. 1185 (119th)
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Department of Justice must com…
Joined: 2026-04-16

Leadership

No leadership roles

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Voting History

536 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
2025-04-01	H. Res. 282 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-31	H.R. 997 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-03-31	H.R. 517 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-03-27	H.R. 1048 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-27	H.R. 1048 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-03-27	H.R. 1048 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-03-27	H.R. 1048 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-03-27	H.R. 1048 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-03-27	H.J. Res. 75 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-27	H.J. Res. 24 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-25	H. Res. 242 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-25	H. Res. 242 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-25	H.R. 1534 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-03-24	H.R. 1326 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-03-24	H.R. 359 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-03-11	H.J. Res. 25 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-11	H.R. 1968 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-11	H.R. 1968 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-03-11	H.R. 1156 (119th)	Final passage	YES	NO	✕↔	Passed
2025-03-11	H. Res. 211 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-11	H. Res. 211 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-10	H.R. 993 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-03-10	H.R. 901 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-03-10	H.R. 495 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-03-06	H. Res. 189 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-06	S.J. Res. 11 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-05	H. Res. 189 (119th)	Kill the motion	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-03-05	H.J. Res. 42 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-05	H.J. Res. 61 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-04	H. Res. 177 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-04	H. Res. 177 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-04	H.R. 758 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-03-03	H.R. 856 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-02-27	H.J. Res. 20 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-02-26	H.J. Res. 35 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-02-26	H.R. 695 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-02-26	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-02-26	H.R. 804 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-02-26	H.R. 788 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-02-25	H. Res. 161 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-02-25	H. Res. 161 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-02-25	H.R. 818 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-02-25	H.R. 832 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-02-24	H.R. 825 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-02-13	H.R. 35 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-02-12	H.R. 77 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-02-12	H.R. 77 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-02-11	H. Res. 122 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-02-11	H. Res. 122 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-02-10	H.R. 736 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	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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