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Seat
U.S. Senator from Massachusetts
Born
July 11, 1946
Age 79
Phone
(202) 224-2742
Office
255 Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510, Washington 20515
Congress Member Profile|U.S. Senator|Democrat|Massachusetts

Edward J. Markey

Edward John Markey is an American politician serving as the junior United States senator from the state of Massachusetts, a seat he has held since 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, he served 20 terms as the U.S. representative for Massachusetts's 7th congressional district from 1976 to 2013. Before that, he was a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives from 1973 to 1976. When Senator Patrick Leahy retired in 2023, Markey became the dean of New England's Congressional delegation.

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Voting Record — 783
Yes24%
No75%
Present0%
Not Voting1%
Party align95%
Cross-party0%
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Edward J. Markey
U.S. SenatorDemocratMassachusetts
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Edward J.'s ATmosphere Activity
20 recent posts · 131 sponsored · 311 cosponsored
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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govFeb 25(source)
BLOCKED. A Massachusetts federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to halt its illegal and aggressive third-country deportations. It is inhumane for the Administration to send immigrants, without a shred of due process, to countries where they lack ties and may face torture or persecution.
Screenshot of headline that reads “A judge finds the Trump administration’s third-country deportations unlawful.” Full text linked in reply.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govFeb 25(source)
The public deserves to know that these so-called self-driving cars rely on human operators thousands of miles away. I won’t stand by while large tech companies experiment on public roads. That’s not standing in the way of progress; that’s standing up for transparency and safety.
Graphic of Washington Post headline that reads "Opinion: Letters to the Editor. Who is really driving 'driverless' vehicles? Edward J. Markey on self-driving vehicles, parents on snow days and more. Full text linked in reply.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govFeb 24(source)
I hope everyone is staying safe and warm in this record-breaking storm. Thank you to all the first responders working around the clock to keep people safe, and to residents across the Commonwealth doing their part to stay inside and help their neighbors as we make it through.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govFeb 24(source)
According to a peaceful protestor, a DHS agent told them, "If you keep coming to things like this, you’re going to be on a domestic terrorist watchlist. Then we’re going to come to your house later tonight.” DHS must answer for its grotesque intimidation and surveillance tactics.
Screenshot of headline that reads "DHS accused of using surveillance tech to track legal observers in Maine. Maine residents allege that DHS agents threatened to place them on a domestic terrorist watchlist after scanning their faces and license plates." Full text linked in reply.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govFeb 24(source)
Trump is continuing his crusade against public education, this time by putting conspiracy theorist RFK Jr. in charge of school safety. That’s like putting Pam Bondi in charge of releasing the Epstein files. Oh wait.
Screenshot of headline that reads “Trump administration expands efforts to dismantle the Education Department. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s agency will have a new role in managing the federal government’s response to school violence.” Full text linked.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govFeb 23(source)
The SAVE Act is a dangerous move to keep Black and Brown voters, women, and LGBTQ+ people from the ballot box. Trump and MAGA Republicans know they have no solutions to the issues that Americans are angry about, so they plan to meddle with the 2026 election. I will vote NO.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govFeb 22(source)
Congratulations to Team USA men’s hockey players and Massachusetts natives Matt Boldy, Jack Eichel, and Noah Hanifin. From BC Eagles to BU Terriers, a UMass Lowell River Hawk and two of our own Boston Bruins this was a Bay State Gold medal game. You make our Commonwealth proud.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govFeb 20(source)
Do you want to be breathing more mercury and toxic air pollution? The Trump administration thinks you do. It’s sick. Even Trump’s EPA admits that its repeal of mercury will lead to 23% more mercury in the air—poisoning our lungs and our families in a greedy giveaway to Big Coal.
Politico Pro Gift article FEDERAL Trump EPA rolls back Biden-era mercury limits to boost coal generation The strengthened standards issued in 2024 are not cost-effective or are infeasible or unnecessary, EPA now says. Avatar of Alex Guillén By: Alex Guillén | 02/20/2026 12:52 PM EST
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govFeb 20(source)
I’ve long demanded Tesla drop its misleading and dangerous “Autopilot” brand. That name deceives consumers and creates unnecessary safety risks. Tesla must cease using the name Autopilot everywhere.
Politico Pro Gift article STATE Tesla drops 'Autopilot' label to avoid sales suspension in California An administrative judge had recommended that the department suspend the company’s dealer and manufacturer licenses for 30 days. Avatar of Alex Nieves By: Alex Nieves | 02/18/2026 02:30 PM EST
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govFeb 20(source)
In the case of Main Street vs. Mar-a-lago, America’s small businesses won. Today, the Supreme Court struck down Trump’s illegal tariffs. We must guarantee that small businesses get immediate relief, and end Trump’s tariff taxes on working people for good.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govFeb 20(source)
The VA's new rule could slash disability ratings for veterans whose meds are working. Secretary Collins says it won't be enforced—but veterans shouldn't have to take that on faith. They earned these benefits. The Trump administration must rescind this harmful rule now.
VA backs off rule that would have cut benefits amid outrage By CNN Digital Expansion 2017 Brian Todd
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govFeb 20(source)
Trump’s tariff taxes are hurting Main Street, allowing small businesses to become victims of predatory lenders. Instead of offering help, Trump’s @SBAgov is throwing small businesses to the wolves by preventing refinance options through SBA.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govFeb 20(source)
Congrats to the four BC Eagles soaring the U.S.A. Women’s Ice Hockey Team to today’s Gold Medal victory, including Megan Keller ‘19 on the game-winning goal!
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Voting History
783 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
2025-02-04—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (54-46)
2025-02-04—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (77-23)
2025-02-03—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-46)
2025-02-03—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (59-38)
2025-02-03—Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-46)
2025-01-30—End debateNOYES✕Cloture Motion Agreed to (83-13)
2025-01-30—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (62-35)
2025-01-30—Confirm nomineeNOYES✕Nomination Confirmed (80-17)
2025-01-29—End debateNOYES✕Cloture Motion Agreed to (78-20)
2025-01-29—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (56-42)
2025-01-29—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (56-42)
2025-01-28H.R. 23 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNONO✓Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (54-45, 3/5 majority required)
2025-01-28—Confirm nomineeNOYES✕Nomination Confirmed (77-22)
2025-01-27—End debateYESYES✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (97-0)
2025-01-27—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (68-29)
2025-01-25—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (67-23)
2025-01-25—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (59-34)
2025-01-24—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (61-39)
2025-01-24—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (50-50, Vice President of the United States, voted Yea)
2025-01-23—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-49)
2025-01-23—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (74-25)
2025-01-23—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (72-26)
2025-01-22S. 6 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNONO✓Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (52-47, 3/5 majority required)
2025-01-21—Begin considerationNOT_VOTINGNO—Motion to Proceed Agreed to (53-45)
2025-01-21—Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (54-46)
2025-01-20—Confirm nomineeYESYES✓Nomination Confirmed (99-0)
2025-01-20S. 5 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Bill Passed (64-35)
2025-01-20S. 5 (119th)Vote on amendmentNONO✓Amendment Agreed to (75-24)
2025-01-17S. 5 (119th)End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (61-35, 3/5 majority required)
2025-01-15S. 5 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (46-49)
2025-01-15S. 5 (119th)Vote on amendmentNONO✓Amendment Agreed to (70-25)
2025-01-13S. 5 (119th)Begin considerationNOYES✕Motion to Proceed Agreed to (82-10)
2025-01-09S. 5 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNOYES✕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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