Senator Sheldon Whitehouse criticizes Republicans for not preventing a government shutdown, attributing chaos to Trump and wealthy backers.
Quiver AI Summary
U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) criticized President Trump and Congressional Republicans for their role in a government shutdown following the rejection of a Democratic proposal to maintain government funding. Whitehouse stated, "Trump and his creepy billionaire backers are trying to swamp the country in chaos," emphasizing the need for bipartisan cooperation.
The senator further warned of the implications of the recent Republican legislation, which could raise health insurance premiums significantly. He urged Republican leaders to engage with Democrats to stabilize government operations and protect public services, especially regarding healthcare.
In light of the government shutdown, Whitehouse's office remains available to assist Rhode Islanders affected by the closure, highlighting his commitment to constituent service amid political turmoil.
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Sheldon Whitehouse Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Sheldon Whitehouse is worth $24.5M, as of October 1st, 2025. This is the 52nd highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Whitehouse has approximately $21.7M invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
You can track Sheldon Whitehouse's net worth on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Whitehouse.
Sheldon Whitehouse Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Sheldon Whitehouse:
- S.2918: A bill to amend the Rebuilding Economic Prosperity and Opportunity for Ukrainians Act to improve the implementation of the seizure of Russian sovereign assets for the benefit of Ukraine, and for other purposes.
- S.2883: A bill to establish an East Coast Bivalve Research Task Force.
- S.2749: A bill to exempt Medicare from any sequestration under Statutory PAYGO that is caused by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
- 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
You can track bills proposed by Sheldon Whitehouse on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Whitehouse.
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.
You can see the disclosure here, or track Sheldon Whitehouse's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
