Russia’s intentional incursion of Estonian Airspace with three fighter aircraft is further warning that the Baltic nations are in Putin’s sights. The U.S. and NATO must take this as deadly serious.
Congress Member Profile|U.S. Senator|Democrat|Illinois
Richard J. Durbin
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Voting Record — 851
Yes35%
No62%
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
20 recent posts · 129 sponsored · 356 cosponsored
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Senate Republicans have given away the Senate’s authority when it comes to advice and consent.
All to pass President Trump’s extreme nominees.
They have set a dangerous new precedent for the Senate.
Always a pleasure to see Illinoisans at constituent coffee with @duckworth.senate.gov.
Thanks to everyone who joined us and voiced their concerns on Medicaid and mental health.
This is a flagrant attack on free speech.
Remember: authoritarian governments silence and threaten those who criticize or oppose them.
We must protect our democracy and our fundamental rights.
Kash Patel gutted the unit investigating the 764 gang group—a nihilistic gang blackmailing kids to perform vile acts on camera.
Nearly every agent on the squad was reassigned to instead work on Stephen Miller’s personal agenda—arresting innocent, law-abiding immigrants.
Gross.
Kash Patel gutted the unit investigating the 764 gang group—a nihilistic gang blackmailing kids to perform vile acts on camera.
Nearly every agent on the squad was reassigned to instead work on Stephen Miller’s personal agenda—arresting innocent, law-abiding immigrants.
Gross.
The U.S. remains a beacon of hope for those trapped under brutal regimes.
Senator Tillis and I are leading a resolution calling for Dr. Gubad Ibadoghlu’s immediate release after being wrongfully detained in Azerbaijan due to his anti-corruption work.
After being defunded by Republicans at the whims of Trump, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting announced they will soon be closing.
Today, I spoke with the CEO of CPB, to discuss the future of public broadcasting, especially in rural areas that rely on radio & public TV.
Parents > Big Tech
Always.
The quickest way to hold Big Tech accountable is to give the victims a day in court. Believe me, that gets tech companies’ attention quickly.
Democrats and Republicans agree. Big Tech’s time to police itself is over.
The quickest way to hold Big Tech accountable is to give the victims a day in court.
Believe me, that gets tech companies’ attention quickly.
Democrats and Republicans agree. Big Tech’s time to police itself is over.
This is the opposite of putting America first.
Our country has experienced horrific assassinations throughout history.
President John Kennedy. Senator Robert Kennedy. Dr. Martin Luther King.
All of us in public life—on both sides of the aisle—have a responsibility to bring down the temperature.
Unite the American people.
Republicans are not “Nazis.”
Democrats are not “evil.”
Democrats are not responsible for the murder of Charlie Kirk.
Republicans are not responsible for the murder of Melissa Hortman.
Opponents are not enemies. We’re Americans.
The 25 largest FBI field offices reportedly have been ordered to divert *45 PERCENT* of their agents from their primary missions.
All to work full-time on sham immigration pet projects of Donald Trump.
Intelligent, dedicated FBI professionals were forced out because they did their jobs.
Kash Patel has weakened the FBI. Our country is less safe.
Intelligent, dedicated FBI professionals were forced out because they did their jobs.
Kash Patel has weakened the FBI. Our country is less safe.
This month, we celebrate the heritage, culture, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities.
Our country is stronger because of the contributions of immigrants.
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!
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Voting History851 total votesExpandCollapse
Voting History
851 total votes
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| Date | Bill | Question | Position | Party Maj | Align? | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-22 | S. Con. Res. 33 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Agreed to (98-0) |
| 2026-04-22 | — | Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Ossoff Amdt. No. 4897) | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion Rejected (49-49, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2026-04-22 | — | Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Lujan Amdt. No. 4798) | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion Rejected (47-50, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2026-04-22 | — | Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Schumer Amdt. No. 4799) | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion Rejected (48-50, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2026-04-22 | S.J. Res. 114 (119th) | Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 114 | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion to Discharge Rejected (46-51) |
| 2026-04-21 | S. Con. Res. 33 (119th) | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-46) |
| 2026-04-20 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (47-46) |
| 2026-04-16 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (49-48) |
| 2026-04-16 | H.J. Res. 140 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Joint Resolution Passed (50-49) |
| 2026-04-15 | H.J. Res. 140 (119th) | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-49) |
| 2026-04-15 | H.J. Res. 140 (119th) | Kill the motion | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Table Agreed to (51-48) |
| 2026-04-15 | S.J. Res. 138 (119th) | Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 138 | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion to Discharge Rejected (36-63) |
| 2026-04-15 | S.J. Res. 32 (119th) | Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 32 | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion to Discharge Rejected (40-59) |
| 2026-04-15 | S.J. Res. 123 (119th) | Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 123 | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion to Discharge Rejected (47-52) |
| 2026-04-14 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (53-47) |
| 2026-04-14 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-45) |
| 2026-04-14 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (53-46) |
| 2026-04-13 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-44) |
| 2026-03-26 | H.R. 7147 (119th) | End filibuster to begin debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (53-47, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2026-03-26 | S. 1383 (119th) | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Rejected (53-47, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2026-03-25 | S.J. Res. 103 (119th) | Begin consideration | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Rejected (48-50) |
| 2026-03-25 | H.R. 7147 (119th) | End filibuster to begin debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (54-46, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2026-03-25 | S.J. Res. 107 (119th) | Begin consideration | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Rejected (47-53) |
| 2026-03-24 | S.J. Res. 116 (119th) | Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 116 | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion to Discharge Rejected (47-53) |
| 2026-03-24 | S. 1383 (119th) | Kill the motion | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Table Agreed to (53-47) |
| 2026-03-24 | S. 1383 (119th) | Kill the motion | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Table Agreed to (53-47) |
| 2026-03-24 | — | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-47) |
| 2026-03-24 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (52-47) |
| 2026-03-23 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-45) |
| 2026-03-23 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (54-45) |
| 2026-03-22 | — | End debate | NOT_VOTING | NO | — | Cloture Motion Agreed to (54-37) |
| 2026-03-21 | S. 1383 (119th) | End debate | NOT_VOTING | YES | — | Cloture Motion Rejected (41-49, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2026-03-21 | S. 1383 (119th) | End debate | NOT_VOTING | NO | — | Cloture Motion Rejected (49-41, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2026-03-20 | H.R. 7147 (119th) | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Rejected (47-37, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2026-03-18 | S.J. Res. 118 (119th) | Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 118 | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion to Discharge Rejected (47-53) |
| 2026-03-17 | S. 1383 (119th) | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-48) |
| 2026-03-17 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (51-45) |
| 2026-03-17 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (48-45) |
| 2026-03-12 | H.R. 7147 (119th) | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Rejected (51-46, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2026-03-12 | H.R. 6644 (119th) | Final passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Bill Passed (89-10) |
| 2026-03-11 | H.R. 6644 (119th) | End debate | YES | YES | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (82-11, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2026-03-11 | H.R. 6644 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Agreed to (84-10) |
| 2026-03-10 | H.R. 6644 (119th) | End debate | YES | YES | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (89-9, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2026-03-10 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (71-29) |
| 2026-03-09 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (68-28) |
| 2026-03-05 | H.R. 7147 (119th) | End filibuster to begin debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (51-45, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2026-03-04 | S.J. Res. 104 (119th) | Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 104 | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion to Discharge Rejected (47-53) |
| 2026-03-04 | H.R. 6644 (119th) | Begin consideration | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (90-8) |
| 2026-03-02 | H.R. 6644 (119th) | End debate | YES | YES | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (84-6, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2026-02-26 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (57-33) |
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.