The Trump Admin has waged a silent campaign against DACA recipients.
Through delays, enforcement, & bureaucracy, individuals who only know America as their home are at risk of deportation.
Read my op-ed in the Washington Post to learn how President Trump broke his promise to Dreamers.
Congress Member Profile|U.S. Senator|Democrat|Illinois
Richard J. Durbin
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Voting Record — 778
Yes34%
No64%
Present0%
Not Voting3%
Party align93%
Cross-party6%
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Richard J. Durbin
U.S. SenatorDemocratIllinois
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Richard J.'s ATmosphere Activity
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Sen. DURBIN: This is our first meeting since Trump fired Pam Bondi. She did more damage to the Justice Department’s reputation than any Attorney General in history. She transformed it into a weaponized political battleground. Courts and grand juries blocked her baseless prosecutions.
When discussing a bill that would tackle housing affordability, Trump reportedly said, “no one gives a [bleep] about housing,” insisting Republicans focus on his voter disenfranchisement bill, the SAVE America Act, instead.
This Admin would rather undermine democracy than lower costs for families.
This is terrifying.
After Director Patel purged the FBI workforce, 9,000 seasoned professionals were forced to work on a Trump pet project.
I have repeatedly questioned the FBI about this ill-advised threat to our public safety and readiness.
This is terrifying.
After Director Patel purged the FBI workforce, 9,000 seasoned professionals were forced to work on a Trump pet project.
I have repeatedly questioned the FBI about this ill-advised threat to our public safety and readiness.
This death should be immediately and thoroughly investigated.
Americans are struggling under higher grocery, housing, utility, and health care costs. The President promised to bring down prices on “day one,” but they continue to go up under this Administration.
Illinois holds a special place in union history. From the Haymarket Riot to the Pullman Strike, workers in our state have given their lives to protect employees’ basic dignities.
On May Day, we recognize their contributions to a more equal, prosperous, and democratic America.
Congress can protect the right to vote now.
Pass the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act.
Gas prices hit a wartime high, inflation is up, & Americans are feeling the pinch of higher prices.
But Senate Republicans for the SIXTH time blocked a resolution requiring Congress approve further action against Iran.
Their silence is an endorsement of the President’s questionable strategy.
I got my start in politics interning for Senator Douglas—he inspired generations of public servants, including myself, to serve with honesty and integrity.
I am honored to receive the Paul H. Douglas Award for Ethics in Government presented by @illinoisigpa.bsky.social
Our students achieve greater academic success when taught by educators who reflect the communities they serve. I joined @ericsorensen.bsky.social to introduce the Strengthening Educator Workforce Data Act to help recruit and retain educators who share their students’ backgrounds.
For too long, Americans’ constitutional rights have been violated.
I joined Senator Lee to introduce a bill to require government agents to obtain a warrant before viewing Americans’ private communications collected under 702.
Let’s get this done.
Republicans keep scheming to maintain their grip on power.
Democrats rightfully responded and held the line in the short term.
Long term… we need a permanent end to partisan gerrymandering.
As Justice Kagan wrote for the dissent, the Voting Rights Act was "born of the literal blood of Union soldiers and civil rights marchers."
I agree that this decision is a disappointing exercise "in politics and partisanship."
With its decision in Louisiana V. Callais, the Supreme Court’s conservative supermajority has again turned its back on the promise of an equal right to vote, further eroding the landmark Voting Rights Act.
Pleased to see the Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs include my Produce Prescriptions for Veterans Act in their legislative hearing today.
Too many of our nation’s veterans lack access to fresh fruits and vegetables. My bill would help put these healthy foods in reach of our veterans.
Because we care for our pets, we want a commitment from breeders to raise their dogs in humane conditions. I introduced the Puppy Protection Act to institute stronger standards for breeding facilities to ensure that all dogs are well-cared for & live a healthy life.
Affordable and reliable internet is a necessity, but for many families, the cost is just too high. I introduced the Promoting Access to Broadband Act to increase awareness and enrollment in the FCC’s Lifeline program, giving more Americans access to the internet.
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Voting History
778 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-01-30 | — | 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 | NOT_VOTING | 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 | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Nomination Confirmed (74-25) |
| 2025-01-23 | — | End debate | YES | 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 | NO | 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 | NO | NO | ✓ | Amendment Agreed to (70-25) |
| 2025-01-13 | S. 5 (119th) | Begin consideration | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (82-10) |
| 2025-01-09 | S. 5 (119th) | End filibuster to begin debate | YES | YES | ✓ | Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Agreed to (84-9, 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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