How did Sheldon Whitehouse win their last election?

Sheldon Whitehouse won the 2024 general election with 59.9% of the vote (294,665 votes), winning by a margin of 20.1 points against 1 opponent.

When is Sheldon Whitehouse up for re-election?

Sheldon Whitehouse is up for re-election in 2030. Their current term ends January 3, 2031. They have served 4 terms in this office. Senate seats are contested in staggered six-year cycles, with roughly one-third up each election.

What is Sheldon Whitehouse's current election status?

Sheldon Whitehouse's current term ends January 3, 2031. Their next election is in 2030. Senators serve six-year terms with elections staggered across three classes.

How much campaign money has Sheldon Whitehouse raised?

According to FEC filings, Sheldon Whitehouse has raised $365,144 in campaign funds, spent $481,856, and has $1,148,675 cash on hand.

What is the difference between campaign funds and office spending?

Campaign funds are raised from donors for election purposes and regulated by the FEC. Office spending (MRA) is a separate taxpayer-funded budget allocated to each House member for staff salaries, rent, travel, and official duties. The two cannot be mixed — campaign money cannot pay for official expenses and vice versa.

Sheldon Whitehouse

D U.S. Senate

State: RI
Salary: $174,000/year
Tenure: 19 years, 3 months

Recorded Votes

Became Law

Bills Sponsored

All Representatives

Sheldon Whitehouse is an Independent Senator from RI serving in the 119th Congress (2025–2027). Now in their 4th term, they have cast 18 recorded votes, seen 7 measures become law, and sponsored 79 bills. They won their 2024 election with 59.9% of the vote, a 20.1-point margin. Next election in 2030.

18 Votes 7 Laws 79 Bills Sponsored 59.9% 2024 Win 4 Terms 2030 Re-election

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