Senator Sheldon Whitehouse blocks DOT nominee Sean McMaster after termination of Port of Davisville funding, citing reckless decision.
Quiver AI Summary
U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse announced his decision to block the nomination of Sean McMaster as Administrator of the Federal Highway Administration, citing the termination of an $11.25 million grant for Rhode Island's Port of Davisville. Whitehouse, who previously supported McMaster, called the funding cut "reckless" and a "punch in the face" to the state's vital port.
Whitehouse addressed the Senate, stating that the grant was essential for modernizing the port, enhancing security, and creating jobs. He expressed his disappointment over the Department of Transportation's decision and emphasized the importance of restoring this funding before he would support McMaster's nomination.
The grant termination was part of a broader funding cut involving $679 million aimed at offshore wind-related projects. The Port of Davisville plays a crucial role in supporting local businesses and jobs, according to Whitehouse.
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Sheldon Whitehouse Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Sheldon Whitehouse is worth $23.7M, as of September 5th, 2025. This is the 54th highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Whitehouse has approximately $21.0M invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
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Sheldon Whitehouse Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Sheldon Whitehouse:
- S.2540: Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Justice Grant Reauthorization Act
- S.2533: Pick Up After Your DOGE Act
- S.2402: First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit Act of 2025
- S.2344: Department of Veterans Affairs Claim Sharks Effective Warnings Act of 2025
- S.2243: International Maritime Pollution Accountability Act of 2025
- S.2235: Diesel Emissions Reduction Act of 2025
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Sheldon Whitehouse Fundraising
Sheldon Whitehouse recently disclosed $77.5K of fundraising in a Q2 FEC disclosure filed on July 15th, 2025. This was the 659th most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year. 88.7% came from individual donors.
Whitehouse disclosed $91.1K of spending. This was the 535th most from all Q2 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Whitehouse disclosed $1.2M of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 261st most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year.
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