Christopher A. Coons

Apr 1

Mitch McConnell Issues Joint Statement with Democrat Defending NATO Amid Trump’s Threats to Withdraw from Alliance

Senator Chris Coons joined McConnell in a bipartisan defense of NATO, citing the alliance's historical success and U.S. security interests.

83%·17%

TaxesEconomyTechnology/Privacy

Feb 10

Lutnick Tells Coons He Will Not ‘Harm Innovation’ With Patent Tax Proposal

Senator Coons successfully pressed the Commerce Secretary to drop an unworkable patent valuation tax during a subcommittee hearing.

100%·0%

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Associated Press

Jun 13

US lawmakers ask Biden administration to punish South Africa for alleged support for Russia - AP News

Senator Chris Coons signed a bipartisan letter urging the Biden administration to relocate a trade forum away from South Africa over its Russia ties.

Guyana Inquirer – Daily Guyana & Caribbean News, Business & Culture

Foreign PolicyBudget/SpendingImmigration

COMMENTARY: The High Cost of Outsourcing Deportations To Africa

Senator Chris Coons co-authored a report identifying $32 million in payments to African nations for deporting non-nationals.

New Haven Register+8

Foreign PolicyBudget/SpendingDefense/Military

Senate rejects effort to halt arms sales to Israel, but most Democrats vote to block them

Senator Chris Coons explained his vote against the resolutions as an effort to avoid abandoning the U.S.-Israel relationship.

Ethics/CorruptionEconomyTechnology/Privacy

Apr 2

As ‘Pro Codes Act’ is Reintroduced, Opponents Warn of Threats to Standards Development System

Senator Chris Coons joined a bipartisan group to reintroduce legislation protecting technical standards copyright.

Globalsecurity

Apr 8

Ranking Member Shaheen, Senators Coons, Schumer, Reed, Schatz Condemn President Trump's Threat Against Iranian Civilization

Senator Coons warned that the President's rhetoric endangers U.S. service members and shifts focus away from diplomacy.

Labor/UnionsBudget/SpendingImmigration

Fox News+1

Mar 30

Senators defend two-week recess as record-breaking government shutdown drags on

Senator Chris Coons defended the planned two-week Senate recess, arguing that lawmakers remain active with constituent work in their home states.

25%·75%

Mar 3

Sen. Chris Coons, D-Del., talks about the war with Iran and upcoming war powers vote

Senator Coons announced his support for a war powers resolution to curb military action against Iran, citing a lack of clear strategy.

55%·45%

The Gateway Pundit

Foreign PolicyTaxesDefense/Military

Watch: US National Anthem Heckled at London NBA Game

Senator Coons led a bipartisan delegation to Copenhagen to emphasize the US commitment to Danish sovereignty and NATO principles.

NYT Chinese

Jan 22

特朗普在达沃斯：美国与盟友上演戏剧性“决裂”

Senator Chris Coons criticized the state of diplomacy where 'a disaster averted' counts as a win.

Chicago Tribune

Jan 24

Donald Trump stirs talk of ‘new world order’ as leaders signal shifting global alliances

Senator Coons joined a bipartisan delegation to Denmark and criticized Trump's foreign policy demands regarding Greenland.

Associated Press+4

Jan 17

US congressional delegation seeks to reassure Denmark and Greenland after Trump’s threats

Senator Chris Coons visited Copenhagen to reassure Danish officials that the U.S. remains a reliable NATO ally despite the President's threats.

Sen. Chris Coons on efforts to ease tensions between the U.S., Denmark and Greenland

Senator Chris Coons led a bipartisan delegation to Denmark to address tensions caused by President Trump's Greenland acquisition proposal.

Breitbart

Jan 3

Coons: Trump Should Go After Russian Ghost Tankers Like He's Doing with Venezuela's

Senator Coons urged President Trump to use military tools against Russian oil tankers similar to current operations against Venezuela.

Foreign PolicyEnvironment/ClimateEconomy

Jan 5

Fox News Pundit: US-Run Venezuela Fits Trump’s ‘Drill, Baby, Drill’ Plan Perfectly

Senator Coons criticized President Trump’s rhetoric regarding Venezuelan oil, comparing the administration’s tone to that of a 'mob boss.'

Raw Story

Jan 6

'Oh gosh!' Fox News host gasps as lawmaker lays out Trump's broken promises in fiery clash

Senator Chris Coons challenged President Trump's foreign policy and campaign promises during a tense interview on Fox News.

63%·37%

▼Bad Look

The Last Refuge

Jan 29

Rubio Testimony – Senator Chris Coons (D) Angered Trump Administration Did Not Give Senate Opportunity to Leak Maduro Capture Operation

Senator Chris Coons challenged Secretary Rubio on the administration's refusal to consult with Congress before major military operations.

Foreign PolicyEconomyTechnology/Privacy

13%·87%

NYT Chinese

Oct 30

特朗普考虑向中国出售先进芯片，引发美国官员警惕

Senator Coons warned that selling advanced AI technology to China would be a 'tragic mistake' for U.S. national security.

80%·20%

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Associated Press

Jun 13

US lawmakers ask Biden administration to punish South Africa for alleged support for Russia - AP News

Senator Chris Coons signed a bipartisan letter urging the Biden administration to relocate a trade forum away from South Africa over its Russia ties.

Guyana Inquirer – Daily Guyana & Caribbean News, Business & Culture

Foreign PolicyBudget/Spending

COMMENTARY: The High Cost of Outsourcing Deportations To Africa

Senator Chris Coons co-authored a report identifying $32 million in payments to African nations for deporting non-nationals.

New Haven Register+8

Foreign PolicyBudget/Spending

Senate rejects effort to halt arms sales to Israel, but most Democrats vote to block them

Senator Chris Coons explained his vote against the resolutions as an effort to avoid abandoning the U.S.-Israel relationship.

Apr 1

Mitch McConnell Issues Joint Statement with Democrat Defending NATO Amid Trump’s Threats to Withdraw from Alliance

Senator Chris Coons joined McConnell in a bipartisan defense of NATO, citing the alliance's historical success and U.S. security interests.

83%·17%

Apr 2

As ‘Pro Codes Act’ is Reintroduced, Opponents Warn of Threats to Standards Development System

Senator Chris Coons joined a bipartisan group to reintroduce legislation protecting technical standards copyright.

Ethics/CorruptionEconomy

Globalsecurity

Apr 8

Ranking Member Shaheen, Senators Coons, Schumer, Reed, Schatz Condemn President Trump's Threat Against Iranian Civilization

Senator Coons warned that the President's rhetoric endangers U.S. service members and shifts focus away from diplomacy.

Labor/UnionsBudget/Spending

Fox News+1

Mar 30

Senators defend two-week recess as record-breaking government shutdown drags on

Senator Chris Coons defended the planned two-week Senate recess, arguing that lawmakers remain active with constituent work in their home states.

25%·75%

Mar 3

Sen. Chris Coons, D-Del., talks about the war with Iran and upcoming war powers vote

Senator Coons announced his support for a war powers resolution to curb military action against Iran, citing a lack of clear strategy.

55%·45%

Feb 10

Lutnick Tells Coons He Will Not ‘Harm Innovation’ With Patent Tax Proposal

Senator Coons successfully pressed the Commerce Secretary to drop an unworkable patent valuation tax during a subcommittee hearing.

Rubio Testimony – Senator Chris Coons (D) Angered Trump Administration Did Not Give Senate Opportunity to Leak Maduro Capture Operation

Senator Chris Coons challenged Secretary Rubio on the administration's refusal to consult with Congress before major military operations.

13%·87%

The Gateway Pundit

Watch: US National Anthem Heckled at London NBA Game

Senator Coons led a bipartisan delegation to Copenhagen to emphasize the US commitment to Danish sovereignty and NATO principles.

特朗普在达沃斯：美国与盟友上演戏剧性“决裂”

Senator Chris Coons criticized the state of diplomacy where 'a disaster averted' counts as a win.

Chicago Tribune

Jan 24

Donald Trump stirs talk of ‘new world order’ as leaders signal shifting global alliances

Senator Coons joined a bipartisan delegation to Denmark and criticized Trump's foreign policy demands regarding Greenland.

Associated Press+4

Jan 17

US congressional delegation seeks to reassure Denmark and Greenland after Trump’s threats

Senator Chris Coons visited Copenhagen to reassure Danish officials that the U.S. remains a reliable NATO ally despite the President's threats.

Sen. Chris Coons on efforts to ease tensions between the U.S., Denmark and Greenland

Senator Chris Coons led a bipartisan delegation to Denmark to address tensions caused by President Trump's Greenland acquisition proposal.

Breitbart

Jan 3

Coons: Trump Should Go After Russian Ghost Tankers Like He's Doing with Venezuela's

Senator Coons urged President Trump to use military tools against Russian oil tankers similar to current operations against Venezuela.

Foreign PolicyEnvironment/Climate

Jan 5

Fox News Pundit: US-Run Venezuela Fits Trump’s ‘Drill, Baby, Drill’ Plan Perfectly

Senator Coons criticized President Trump’s rhetoric regarding Venezuelan oil, comparing the administration’s tone to that of a 'mob boss.'

Raw Story

Jan 6

'Oh gosh!' Fox News host gasps as lawmaker lays out Trump's broken promises in fiery clash

Senator Chris Coons challenged President Trump's foreign policy and campaign promises during a tense interview on Fox News.