Senator Richard Blumenthal, Democratic from Connecticut

Richard Blumenthal

Senator · Connecticut · Democrat

Richard Blumenthal

Senate Floor

Recent comments in the Senate

Election deniers have no place on the bench or in the Department of Justice. And, in fact, in response to my submitted question relating to the 2020 election, Todd Blanche refused to state that Joe Biden won the 2020 election, and he stood by his prior statements perpetuating the Big Lie. The through line here is whatever Donald Trump says, Todd Blanche does. He will do anything, say anything, conceal anything that serves Donald Trump's interests. Now, in some ways, the most tragic illustration of this through line is Todd Blanche's treatment of the Epstein survivors.
Nomination of Todd Blanche (Executive Calendar)··Share
Madam President, 2 weeks ago, House Republicans failed to advance the Take Care of America's Veterans Act. That failure in the House was the latest example of broad bipartisan opposition to the Republican proposal to cut more than $50 billion--that is $50 billion--in benefits for disabled veterans over the next 10 years. This controversial proposal continues to divide Congress, and it also is dividing the veteran community.
On H.R. 1··Share
Mr. President, I am, frankly, astonished and appalled by the argument just made by my friend and colleague from Kansas, the chairman of the Veterans' Affairs Committee. His argument essentially is: The VA is going to take away these benefits through rulemaking and, therefore, we should take advantage of the savings that the VA is going to make by action that is wrong, unconscionable, and deeply hurtful to veterans. Now, let's be very blunt here. The Biden administration was considering a similar proposal. I fought it. We fought it successfully.
EXPRESSING THE SENSE OF THE SENATE THAT GHISLAINE MAXWELL SHOULD NOT BE GRANTED …··Share
Biography
Richard Blumenthal began his career as Connecticut’s Attorney General, where he gained recognition for consumer protection and public safety advocacy. Elected as U.S. Senator for Connecticut in 2010, he has prioritized veterans’ affairs, gun safety, and consumer rights. Blumenthal co-authored legislation to expand mental health resources for veterans and played a prominent role in advancing bipartisan gun violence prevention measures. As a senior member of the Senate Judiciary and Armed Services Committees, he has shaped national security and judicial policy. Blumenthal is known for thorough oversight and persistent advocacy on behalf of Connecticut residents.
Education
  • J.D., Yale Law School, New Haven, CT
    1973
  • B.A. in Government, Harvard College, Cambridge, MA
    1967
Professional History

  • U.S. Senator

    2011–Present

    Senator from Connecticut. 3 terms.

  • Attorney General, State of Connecticut

    1990–2010

  • Member, Connecticut Senate

    1987–91

  • Member, Connecticut House of Representatives

    1984–87

  • U.S. Attorney for the District of Connecticut

    1977–81

  • Attorney (admitted to Connecticut Bar

    1976

    / District of Columbia Bar, 1977)

Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National Security11%
Health11%
Transportation and Public Works7%
Crime and Law Enforcement7%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Richard Blumenthal's record in Congress.

  • Consumer Protection

    Co-sponsored the Telephone Robocall Abuse Criminal Enforcement and Deterrence (TRACED) Act to combat illegal robocalls.

  • Veterans' Health Care

    Helped pass the Honoring Our PACT Act, expanding health care for veterans exposed to toxic substances.

  • Gun Violence Prevention

    Co-introduced the Background Check Expansion Act to require background checks on all gun sales.

  • Environmental Protection

    Secured federal funding for Long Island Sound restoration projects to improve water quality and habitat.

Committee Assignments
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  • Senate Committee on Veterans' AffairsRanking Member
  • United States Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control
  • Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
  • Senate Committee on Armed Services
  • Senate Committee on the Judiciary

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