Senator Sheldon Whitehouse criticizes Republican attempts to privatize Social Security during the program's 90th anniversary.
Quiver AI Summary
In a press release marking the 90th anniversary of the Social Security Act, Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) criticized the Trump administration and Congressional Republicans for alleged efforts to privatize Social Security. He emphasized that "hardworking Rhode Islanders have leaned on their Social Security benefits to enjoy the dignified retirement they have earned."
Whitehouse highlighted recent actions by the administration, such as staff reductions and changes that may disrupt services, asserting they are "quietly creating problems" for the program. He voiced his commitment to preserving Social Security and mentioned his support for legislation aimed at its long-term solvency.
The Senator's remarks come amidst claims that the Trump administration's changes to the Social Security Administration could potentially hand over benefits to privatized interests. Whitehouse aims to protect the program, noting that over 230,000 Rhode Islanders utilize its benefits.
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Sheldon Whitehouse Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Sheldon Whitehouse is worth $21.5M, as of August 14th, 2025. This is the 50th highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Whitehouse has approximately $18.1M 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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