Richard Blumenthal

Share of party-line votes on each issue where Blumenthal voted against most Democrats. The tick is the median for Senate Democrats.

1. International Affairs 16% · 5 of 31 party 3%
2. Immigration 6% · 2 of 34 party 0%
3. Economics and Public Finance 1% · 2 of 184 party 1%

Where Blumenthal broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.

Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.

• Statement · Press release · Oct 2, 2026

  Senator Blumenthal: Week in Review 9/25/2026-10/2/2026

  Released report on Tether cryptocurrency's role in Iran's shadow banking system.

  “My new PSI report exposes how Tether and its flagship token have become central to Iran’s shadow banking system, allowing the Iranian government to fund its regional proxies, commit human rights abuses, and pursue hostile drone and missile programs as they defy our sanctions regime.”

  International AffairsAI-read

• Statement · Press release · Oct 2, 2026

  Blumenthal & Himes Urge Federal Agency to Investigate Incidents at Oxford Compressor Station

  Urged federal agency to investigate equipment failures at natural gas compressor station.

  “While it is now clear that the sound was caused by the rapid release of natural gas moving from high to low pressure, residents initially received no explanation. They were never formally notified that these noises were due to the malfunction at the compressor station.”

  EnergyAI-read

• Statement · Press release · Oct 1, 2026

  Blumenthal Leads Introduction with Houlahan, Strickland of Bicameral Legislation to Depoliticize Military Promotions

  Led introduction of bicameral bill protecting military officers from politicized promotion decisions.

  “Ironically, no one spends more time obsessing over gender and race than Secretary Hegseth, who is relentlessly blocking promotions and purging the military ranks of women, minorities, and anyone who fails to watch as much Fox News as he does.”

  Military Promotions Depoliticization LegislationMilitary ReadinessAI-read

• Statement · Press release · Sep 29, 2026

  Blumenthal Slams Republican Attempts to Ignore the Reason for Jack Smith's Lawful Investigation: Trump's Incitement of a Violent Insurrection at the Capitol to Prevent the Transition of Power

  Defended Jack Smith's investigation into Trump's role in January 6 Capitol attack.

  “I want to remind folks why we're here today. And I think a picture is worth a thousand words. We're here today because Donald Trump incited a mob to attack us—the Capitol, Members of Congress, to stop the counting of votes. He objected to the result of an election, and he tried to stop the peaceful transition of power…”

  Government Operations and PoliticsAI-read

• Statement · Press release · Sep 28, 2026

  Blumenthal Votes Against Legislation that Fails to Protect College Athletes

  Voted against the Protect College Sports Act, saying it fails to protect athletes and preserve competition.

  “Sadly, this measure simply isn’t good enough – failing to provide strong protections for college athletes and level the playing field.”

  Protect College Sports ActSports and RecreationAI-read

• Statement · Press release · Sep 28, 2026

  Blumenthal, Shaheen, & 12 Bipartisan Senators Question President Trump on Invitation of Vladimir Putin to G20 on American Soil

  Sent letter to Trump questioning invitation of Vladimir Putin to G20 summit in Miami.

  “The United States must put strong economic and political pressure on President Putin in order to force him to the negotiating table for serious peace talks. We commend your signing of the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, which gives you additional tools to hold the Putin regime accountable.…”

  International AffairsAI-read

◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Blumenthal voted on, the vote is shown next to it.

Sponsored 131 (Senate median 61) · cosponsored 832 (median 307.5), 202 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Armed Forces and National Security, Health, Transportation and Public Works.

• S. 5618 A bill to amend title 28, United States Code, to provide an Inspector General for the judicial branch, and for other purposes.Introduced Sep 30, 2026 In committee
• S.Res. 943 A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of a National Move Over Law Day.Introduced Sep 30, 2026 Passed a chamber
• S.Res. 936 A resolution designating October 8, 2026, as "National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day".Introduced Sep 30, 2026 Passed a chamber
• S. 5591 A bill to improve support for personnel of the Veterans Crisis Line and to clarify authorities relating to crisis response protocols, and for other purposes.Introduced Sep 29, 2026 In committee
• S. 3466 Honor Our Promise to Veterans Act of 2025Armed Forces and National Security · Introduced Sep 28, 2026 In committee
• S. 5542 Military Officer Promotion Integrity Act of 2026Introduced Sep 24, 2026 In committee
• S. 5490 A bill to designate Ukraine under section 244 of the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide certain nationals of Ukraine with continued eligibility for temporary protected status, and for other purposes.Immigration · Introduced Sep 23, 2026 In committee
• S. 5448 Anti-Corruption Tax (ACT) ActIntroduced Sep 22, 2026 In committee

Agreement on contested votes where both cast yea or nay.

In the 2025–26 cycle Blumenthal’s campaign raised $612K: $273K (45%) from individuals and $104K (17%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $1.5M.

Through Jun 30, 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.

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Who funds Blumenthal

The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 43.

1. Enterprise Holdings, Inc. Corporate PAC
2. National Association of Broadcasters Trade association PAC
3. American Council of Engineering Companies Trade association PAC

Blumenthal’s own leadership PAC: Nutmeg PAC. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.