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Seat

U.S. Senator from Illinois

Born

November 21, 1944

Age 81

Phone

(202) 224-2152

Office

711 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510, Washington 20515

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Senator|Democrat|Illinois

Richard J. Durbin

Richard Joseph Durbin is an American politician and attorney serving as the senior United States senator from the state of Illinois, a seat he has held since 1997. A member of the Democratic Party, Durbin is in his fifth Senate term and has served since 2005 as the Senate Democratic Whip and since 2025 as the Senate minority whip. He is the longest-serving Democratic whip since the position was established in 1913. Durbin chaired the Senate Judiciary Committee from 2021 to 2025, and led the Ketanji Brown Jackson Supreme Court nomination hearings.

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Voting Record — 789

Yes34%

No63%

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 · 127 sponsored · 341 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govJun 26(source)

My Senate colleagues and I met with Israeli Ambassador, Michael Leiter. Amid the Israel-Iran conflict, the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and the continued holding of Israeli hostages by Hamas, it was timely to discuss a long-term vision for stability and peace in the region.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govJun 25(source)

Southern Illinois University is building the next generation of scientists and doctors. I met with their leadership to discuss the impacts Trump’s cuts & Republicans’ budget plan would have on their research and the community they serve.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govJun 25(source)

Seniors in IL rely on Medicaid and SNAP, but Republicans are calling to slash these programs. I sat down with Alan Hollenbeck, State President of AARP IL, to discuss how Republicans’ budget bill would hurt Illinoisans and millions of Americans.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govJun 25(source)

Emil Bove and Ed Martin (the failed U.S. Attorney nominee) sided with violent insurrectionists over career Justice Department officials. Disqualifying.

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Sen. DURBIN: Donald Trump is looking for loyalty. He is looking for fierce retribution. He is looking for someone who will instill fear in his opponents. It seems he has found such a nominee in Mr. Bove.

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Senate Judiciary Democrats 🇺🇸@judiciarydems.senate.govJun 25(source)

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govJun 25(source)

I introduced a bill with Senator Collins to prohibit smoking at VA facilities, protecting our veterans and health care workers from the deadly consequences of tobacco use and secondhand smoke and ensuring a healthy environment for veteran care.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govJun 25(source)

I’ve disagreed with many judicial nominees before. But it was always on matters of constitutional interpretation. However, Emil Bove is no originalist, textualist, or constructionist. He’s a pure Trumpist, even if it means breaking the law.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govJun 25(source)

Weak American gun laws are fueling cartel violence and drug trafficking.

Senate Judiciary Democrats 🇺🇸

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Sen. DURBIN: 200,000 U.S.-sourced firearms are smuggled into Mexico annually. Do you disagree? All: No. Durbin: Cartels use weapons to traffick drugs, spur migration, etc.? Do you disagree? All: No. Durbin: Is the U.S. a large source of weapons for cartels? All: *nod*

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Senate Judiciary Democrats 🇺🇸@judiciarydems.senate.govJun 24(source)

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govJun 24(source)

Republicans’ budget plan includes billions for private school vouchers that take away public school funding. While private schools can turn kids away, public schools work to ensure everyone can get a quality education. We must support public schools so all kids can realize their potential.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govJun 24(source)

At a hearing today, I urged Navy leaders to prioritize improvements to military housing and education for service members and their families, including at Great Lakes Naval Station.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govJun 24(source)

Military leaders understand the importance of keeping the military apolitical. President Trump’s politicization of our military damages this sacred doctrine.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govJun 24(source)

An illegal mass deportation campaign won’t defeat the cartels. We need smart solutions—like my Stop Arming Cartels Act.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govJun 24(source)

Three years ago, the Supreme Court’s conservative supermajority opened the floodgates for draconian abortion restrictions. The Dobbs decision created a health care crisis for women across the country. @democrats.senate.gov will continue to fight for women’s rights.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govJun 24(source)

I implore my Senate Republican colleagues: Do not turn a blind eye to the dire consequences of confirming Emil Bove to a lifetime position as a circuit court judge.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govJun 24(source)

The accusations against Emil Bove are serious. Not only do they speak to his failure to fulfill his ethical obligations as a lawyer, they also demonstrates his part in a broader pattern by the Trump-Bondi DOJ to undermine the rule of law.

Senate Judiciary Democrats 🇺🇸

@judiciarydems.senate.gov

Open post ↗

BREAKING: Whistleblower discloses Emil Bove, a Trump judicial nominee, voiced intent to violate court orders to fulfill Trump’s mass deportation campaign.

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Senate Judiciary Democrats 🇺🇸@judiciarydems.senate.govJun 24(source)

BREAKING: Whistleblower discloses Emil Bove, a Trump judicial nominee, voiced intent to violate court orders to fulfill Trump’s mass deportation campaign.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govJun 22(source)

And now, President Trump’s actions in bombing Iran puts the U.S. on the brink of a wider war in the Middle East, all without Constitutionally-required Congressional approval. Our recent experiences in Iraq should be a stark reminder of becoming embroiled in wars in the Middle East.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govJun 22(source)

During his first term, President Trump killed the Iran nuclear deal, which required mandatory inspections, and invited this dangerous situation. Iran without inspectors appears to have been developing dangerous weapons grade materials.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govJun 20(source)

More than 122 million people have been forced to leave their homes because of violence, repressive regimes, and the climate crisis. On World Refugee Day, let’s remember their resiliency and re-commit to helping them rebuild a better future.

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Sponsored Bills(127)

S. Res. 748 (119th)
A resolution condemning the Department of Justice and Internal Revenue Service settlement ag…
S. 4608 (119th)
A bill to prohibit the imposition of the death penalty for any violation of Federal law, and…
S. 4566 (119th)
A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to require coverage under State plans u…
S. 4541 (119th)
A bill to ensure that significantly more students graduate college with the international kn…
S. 4515 (119th)
A bill to require the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to carry out …

Cosponsored Bills(341)

S. 4618 (119th)
A bill to effectively staff the high-need public elementary schools and secondary schools of…
Joined: 2026-05-21
S. 4579 (119th)
A bill to amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to require that annual St…
Joined: 2026-05-20
S. 4591 (119th)
A bill to protect intellectual property rights in the voice and visual likeness of individua…
Joined: 2026-05-20
S.J. Res. 192 (119th)
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, Unite…
Joined: 2026-05-19
S. 4551 (119th)
A bill to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to establish a minimum salary threshold…
Joined: 2026-05-18

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Voting History

789 total votes

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Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
2025-06-04	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (60-37)
2025-06-04	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-46)
2025-06-03	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (72-26)
2025-06-03	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (66-28)
2025-06-03	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (59-36)
2025-06-03	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (59-37)
2025-06-03	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-46)
2025-06-02	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-45)
2025-05-22	H.J. Res. 89 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Joint Resolution Passed (49-46)
2025-05-22	H.J. Res. 89 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-46)
2025-05-22	H.J. Res. 87 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Joint Resolution Passed (51-45)
2025-05-22	H.J. Res. 87 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-46)
2025-05-22	H.J. Res. 88 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Joint Resolution Passed (51-44)
2025-05-21	H.J. Res. 88 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-46)
2025-05-21	S.J. Res. 55 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Joint Resolution Passed (51-46)
2025-05-21	S.J. Res. 55 (119th)	Point of Order S.J.Res. 55	NO	NO	✓	Point of Order Sustained (51-46)
2025-05-21	S.J. Res. 55 (119th)	Point of Order S.J.Res. 55	NO	NO	✓	Point of Order Sustained (51-46)
2025-05-21	S.J. Res. 55 (119th)	Motion to Adjourn S.J.Res. 55	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Adjourn Rejected (46-51)
2025-05-21	—	Motion (Motion to Recess for Ten Minutes)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (45-52)
2025-05-21	—	Motion (Motion to Recess for Fifteen Minutes)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (46-51)
2025-05-21	—	Motion (Motion to Recess for Thirty Minutes)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (46-51)
2025-05-21	—	Motion (Motion to Recess for 60 Minutes)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (45-51)
2025-05-21	—	Motion (Motion to Recess for Ninety Minutes)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (46-51)
2025-05-21	S.J. Res. 55 (119th)	Kill the motion	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Table Agreed to (51-46)
2025-05-21	S.J. Res. 55 (119th)	Kill the motion	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Table Failed (46-52)
2025-05-21	S.J. Res. 55 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (53-46)
2025-05-21	S. 1582 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (69-31)
2025-05-19	S. 1582 (119th)	End filibuster to begin debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Agreed to (66-32, 3/5 majority required)
2025-05-19	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-45)
2025-05-19	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-46)
2025-05-15	S. Res. 195 (119th)	Motion to Discharge S.Res. 195	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Discharge Rejected (45-50)
2025-05-15	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-46)
2025-05-14	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-47)
2025-05-14	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-45)
2025-05-14	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-45)
2025-05-14	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (54-43)
2025-05-14	—	End debate	NOT_VOTING	NO	—	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-43)
2025-05-14	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-46)
2025-05-14	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-45)
2025-05-14	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (54-40)
2025-05-13	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (57-41)
2025-05-13	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-44)
2025-05-13	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-45)
2025-05-13	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (74-25)
2025-05-13	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (72-26)
2025-05-13	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-46)
2025-05-12	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)
2025-05-12	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-45)
2025-05-12	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-47)
2025-05-08	S. 1582 (119th)	End filibuster to begin debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (48-49, 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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