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Christopher A. Coons

D U.S. Senate
State
DE
Salary
$174,000/year
18
Recorded Votes
7
Became Law
46
Bills Sponsored
All Representatives

Christopher A. Coons is an Independent Senator from DE serving in the 119th Congress (2025–2027). Now in their 3rd term, they have cast 18 recorded votes, seen 7 measures become law, and sponsored 46 bills. They won their 2020 election with 59.4% of the vote, a 21.5-point margin. Up for re-election November 2026.

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