U.S. Representative for Michigan’s 8th District
Kristen McDonald Rivet
Position · −0.24
- In office
- House 2025–now
1 year in CongressMore senior than 3% of the House - Breaks on
- Immigration 67%
- Crime and Law Enforcement 38%
- Committees
- Agriculture
- Transportation and Infrastructure
- Bills on
- Taxation
- Agriculture and Food
- Transportation and Public Works
- Age
- 56
2026 election
Running for re-election
General election Nov 3, 2026
Also running
- RAmir Hassan$727K
- RThomas James Smith$243K
- RAlfred Lemmo$220K
Bottom line
- Among the most bipartisan in the House: agrees with Republicans on 20% of contested votes, more than 95% of House members.
- Breaks with Democrats most on Immigration: voted against them on 67% of party-line votes (8 of 12), against 0% for most Democrats.
- Sponsored 19 bills this Congress; none has passed the House yet.
Where McDonald Rivet has influence
Roles
No committee leadership roles.
- Agriculture · 17th in seniority on the minority side
- Transportation and Infrastructure · 27th in seniority on the minority side
Bills on the move
None of McDonald Rivet’s bills has left committee this Congress.
Talks most about
Stories in McDonald Rivet’s press releases with their latest stance, last three months. Read by AI.
Where McDonald Rivet breaks with Democrats
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where McDonald Rivet voted against most Democrats. The tick is the median for House Democrats.
- Immigration 67% · 8 of 12 party 0%
- Crime and Law Enforcement 38% · 9 of 24 party 4%
- Commerce 38% · 3 of 8 party 0%
Every issue Pro See all 14 issues where McDonald Rivet has broken with Democrats, and filter the voting record to those votes.
Try ProNotable votes
Full record (Pro)Where McDonald Rivet broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.
| Date | Title | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 15, 2026 | Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.On Motion to Table · This resolution impeaches President Donald Trump for high crimes and misdemeanors.Broke w/ party | Yea |
| Sep 2, 2026 | Protecting Domestic Mining Act of 2025On Passage · This bill provides statutory authority for federal agencies to expedite the environmental review of certain mining infrastructure projects.Broke w/ party | Yea |
| Jul 21, 2026 | Main Street Capital Access ActOn Passage · Main Street Capital Access Act or the Main Street ActBroke w/ party | Yea |
| Jul 21, 2026 | National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027On Agreeing to the Amendment · This bill sets forth policies and authorities for FY2027 for Department of Defense (DOD) programs, activities, and military construction as…Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Jul 15, 2026 | Making appropriations for national security, Department of State, and related programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes.On Agreeing to the Amendment · National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Jul 14, 2026 | Sunshine Protection Act of 2025On Passage · This bill makes daylight saving time the new, permanent standard time.Broke w/ party | Nay |
| May 21, 2026 | Sharri Briley and Eric Edmundson Veterans Benefits Expansion Act of 2026On Passage · This bill expands specified benefits programs for veterans and their survivors and establishes a supplemental monthly allowance for certain…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| May 14, 2026 | Cashless Bail Reporting ActOn Passage · This bill requires the Department of Justice to publish annually a list of state and local governments that permit individuals who are…Broke w/ party | Yea |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What McDonald Rivet is saying
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Rep. McDonald Rivet, Mid-Michigan Secure Return of Full Service to Saginaw River Coast Guard Station
Secured Coast Guard commitment to restore full staffing at Saginaw River station in 2027.
“The Saginaw Coast Guard station getting its full funding is a big deal for mid-Michigan. It means stronger search-and-rescue operations, significantly shorter response times on the Saginaw Bay and Saginaw River, and less strain on local law enforcement so they can fully focus their efforts on the ground.”
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Honored victims and first responders from Grand Blanc church attack anniversary.
“In the days, weeks, and months since, neighbors have come together to grieve, heal, and find the light under the motto, ‘Grand Blanc, Better Together.’ In the wake of an unimaginable tragedy, the Church and its community have shown us the power of faith and hope. As they break ground tonight, all of mid-Michigan will…”
Crime and Law EnforcementAI-read
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Urged Trump administration to negotiate AI safety practices and regulations with China.
“We need to reinvest in an economy that puts working Americans first. As the U.S. and China compete to lead the world on artificial intelligence, leaders must agree on common-sense regulations that protect people’s jobs, safety, and opportunities.”
AI Infrastructure ImpactAI-read
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Called on HHS to withdraw proposed rule slashing Head Start Program Performance Standards by 90%.
“Head Start makes sure children from low-income families and children with disabilities have a loving place to learn and grow. There are decades of research proving Head Start kids do better in school and better in life.”
EducationAI-read
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Reps. McDonald Rivet, Davis Lead New Push to Stop Tax Giveaways for Data Centers
Introduced bill to exclude data centers from tax breaks enacted in prior legislation.
“Washington is giving handouts to Big Tech companies while American families are drowning — I hear that word, ‘drowning,’ all the time from working parents back home. Tax cuts need to go to families, not data centers. We absolutely should not cut health care and food assistance for children and seniors to pay for tax…”
AI Infrastructure ImpactAI-read
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Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredMeets expectations
Rank 343 of 433 in the House · expected = average of 192 minority-party members without a committee lead
How far McDonald Rivet’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 19
- Action in committee 5
- Action beyond committee 0
- Passed chamber 0
- Became law 0
19 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 0 significant (got a roll call vote), 19 substantive, 0 commemorative. Compare the House
Bills, 119th Congress
All 19 sponsored billsSponsored 19 (House median 25) · cosponsored 349 (median 289), 56 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Taxation, Agriculture and Food, Transportation and Public Works.
- H.R. 10448 Reverse Big Ugly Tax Breaks for Data Centers ActTaxation · Introduced Sep 16, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 4192 the Military PFAS Transparency Act of 2025Armed Forces and National Security · Introduced Aug 31, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 8698 Lower Prices at the Pump ActCommerce · Introduced Aug 13, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 8056 Military Financial Literacy Act of 2026Armed Forces and National Security · Introduced Jul 16, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 4954 Keep Call Centers in America Act of 2025Science, Technology, Communications · Introduced Jul 2, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9560 No Profiting from Public Service ActGovernment Operations and Politics · Introduced Jun 30, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9474 Local Foods for Healthy Schools Act of 2026Agriculture and Food · Introduced Jun 25, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 2142 Social Security Overpayment Relief ActSocial Welfare · Introduced Jun 24, 2026 In committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Congress | 154 | 16% |
| Economics and Public Finance | 70 | 30% |
| Armed Forces & National Security | 60 | 40% |
| Energy | 38 | 39% |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 33 | 70% |
| Environmental Protection | 33 | 55% |
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 28 | 61% |
| Commerce | 27 | 89% |
| International Affairs | 26 | 88% |
| Finance and Financial Sector | 25 | 76% |
Show all 32 issues
| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Government Operations and Politics | 25 | 76% |
| Education | 15 | 47% |
| Agriculture and Food | 14 | 64% |
| Immigration | 14 | 93% |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 12 | 92% |
| Labor and Employment | 10 | 80% |
| Health | 8 | 75% |
| Taxation | 8 | 88% |
| Transportation and Public Works | 8 | 88% |
| Law | 7 | 43% |
| Emergency Management | 6 | 83% |
| Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues | 5 | 80% |
| Native Americans | 5 | 100% |
| Animals | 4 | 50% |
| Families | 4 | 50% |
| Housing and Community Development | 4 | 100% |
| Procedural | 4 | 75% |
| Foreign Trade and International Finance | 3 | 100% |
| Social Welfare | 3 | 67% |
| Arts, Culture, Religion | 2 | 50% |
| Water Resources Development | 2 | 100% |
| Government operations & elections | 1 | 0% |
How often McDonald Rivet voted with Democrats on each issue is part of Pro.
Who votes alike
MethodAgreement on contested votes where both cast yea or nay.
Most aligned
- DEleanor Holmes NortonDC-AL99%agreement
- DPablo José HernándezPR-AL96%agreement
- DEric SorensenIL-1795%agreement
Full voting network Pro See all twelve closest allies, the members McDonald Rivet most often votes against, and the closest allies in the other party.
Try ProCampaign money
MethodIn the 2025–26 cycle McDonald Rivet’s campaign raised $5.6M: $3.6M (64%) from individuals and $1.5M (27%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $4.3M.
Through Jul 15, 2026; filings lag, so recent gifts can take weeks to appear. Money raised also counts loans and transfers, so the shares need not add to 100%. Source: FEC.gov.
Last cycle, party money, self-funding and debts are part of Pro. See Pro
Who funds McDonald Rivet
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 449.
- J Street Membership group PAC
- Women Vote Independent PAC
- American Association for Justice Membership group PAC
See how much each organization gave McDonald Rivet this cycle and last, the mix of corporate, labor, trade and other PACs, and who else each one funds.
Start with a free account Log inMcDonald Rivet’s own leadership PAC: Uplift PAC. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.
Résumé and contact
Career in Congress
- U.S. House, MI-8Democrat2025–present
Seat
- State
- Michigan
- District
- 8
- Current term
- 2025–2027
- Age
- 56
Committees and roles
Contact
- DC office
- 202-225-3611
1408 Longworth House Office Building - District offices
- Flint
- Website
- mcdonaldrivet.house.gov
- repmcdonaldrivet
- repmcdonaldrivet
Elsewhere
Wikipedia · Ballotpedia · GovTrack · Congress.gov · OpenSecrets
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