Senator Chris Coons opposes Senator Markwayne Mullin's nomination for head of the Department of Homeland Security, citing concerns about reforms.
Quiver AI Summary
Senator Coons announces opposition to DHS nominee: U.S. Senator Chris Coons (D-Del.) has publicly announced his intent to vote against Senator Markwayne Mullin's nomination as head of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Coons cited "reckless" practices by ICE and CBP, mismanagement at FEMA, and inadequate reforms needed at DHS as reasons for his opposition.
Coons expresses doubts about nominee's independence: In a statement, Coons acknowledged his past collaboration with Mullin but expressed skepticism about his ability to enact necessary reforms at DHS. He stated, "I am unsure if Senator Mullin...is capable of carrying [the foundational shift] out," adding that Mullin does not demonstrate the required independence for the role.
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Christopher A. Coons Fundraising
Christopher A. Coons recently disclosed $435.2K of fundraising in a Q4 FEC disclosure filed on January 30th, 2026. This was the 197th most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year. 58.3% came from individual donors.
Coons disclosed $209.6K of spending. This was the 350th most from all Q4 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Coons disclosed $3.9M of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 82nd most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year.
You can see the disclosure here, or track Christopher A. Coons's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
Christopher A. Coons Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Christopher A. Coons is worth $16.3M, as of March 22nd, 2026. This is the 78th highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Coons has approximately $112.3K invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
You can track Christopher A. Coons's net worth on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Coons.
Christopher A. Coons Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Christopher A. Coons:
- S.4145: A bill to amend title 17, United States Code, to reaffirm the importance of, and include requirements for, works incorporated by reference into law, and for other purposes.
- S.4144: A bill to amend the Credit Repair Organizations Act to add additional protections against harmful practices within the credit repair organization industry, and for other purposes.
- S.4089: A bill to authorize the Attorney General to make grants to eligible entities to carry out blue envelope programs, and for other purposes.
- S.4011: Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Reauthorization Act of 2026
- S.3891: ICE Accountability Act
- S.3663: NDO Fairness Act of 2026
You can track bills proposed by Christopher A. Coons on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Coons.
2026 Delaware US Senate Election
There has been approximately $10,786,955 of spending in Delaware US Senate elections over the last two years, per our estimates.
Approximately $30,601 of this has been from outside spending by PACs and Super PACs. Some of the groups who are spending money in this race include:
- SEIU COPE (SERVICE EMPLOYEES INTERNATIONAL UNION COMMITTEE ON POLITICAL EDUCATION) ($28,000)
- FIRST STATE STRONG FEC ($2,500)
The rating for this race is currently "Solid D".
You can track this election on our matchup page for the 2026 Delaware US Senate election.
