Castro supports Ukraine sanctions but opposes tariff authority in the bill, citing concerns about presidential abuse.
Quiver AI Summary
Castro statement on Russia sanctions bill: Rep. Joaquin Castro said he supports Ukraine and backed sanctions-related measures against Russia, but could not vote for the Lindsey O. Graham Russia and Iran Act of 2026 because it would give President Trump broad tariff authority without, in his view, clear safeguards.
Bill details and criticism: Castro said parts of the bill, including financial sanctions on Russian officials and institutions and limits on investing in Russia, were acceptable to him. He added that he worried the tariff powers could be misused and said Trump had not shown support for Ukraine.
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Joaquin Castro Fundraising
Joaquin Castro recently disclosed $117.4K of fundraising in a Q2 FEC disclosure filed on July 15th, 2026. This was the 668th most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year. 64.6% came from individual donors.
Castro disclosed $133.4K of spending. This was the 693rd most from all Q2 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Castro disclosed $154.4K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 848th most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year.
You can see the disclosure here, or track Joaquin Castro's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
Joaquin Castro Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Joaquin Castro:
- H.R.9698: Advanced Coursework Equity Act
- H.R.7675: Securing Partner Supply Chains Act
- H.R.7059: No Unauthorized War in Mexico Act
- H.R.6910: United States International Development Corporation Chief Development Officer Act
- H.R.6736: ARMAS Act of 2025
- H.R.6563: Terrorist Watchlist Modification Review Act
You can track bills proposed by Joaquin Castro on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Castro.
2026 Texas's 20th Congressional District Election
There has been approximately $726,261 of spending in Texas's 20th congressional district elections over the last two years, per our estimates.
The rating for this race is currently "Solid D".
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