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Prediction track record
How often we called Tom McClintock's passage votes correctly, from their stated positions on each bill's tagged topics. Excludes “unclear” calls and abstentions.
A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.
To prohibit the disclosure of records by the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development of individuals for the purposes of immigration enforcement, and for other purposes.
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To direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Venezuela that have not been authorized by Congress.
25/100
What they said
Jan 5, 2026
Rep. McClintock supports the arrest of Nicolas Maduro as a justified exercise of presidential military authority that advances Western Hemisphere security and justice. He notes that while federal courts have upheld such presidential military action historically, he believes Congress should clarify its constitutional role in authorizing military action in future circumstances.
Voted Nay on To direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Venezuela that have not been authorized by Congress.
Rep. McClintock's statement supports the Maduro arrest as a justified presidential military action and acknowledges federal courts have upheld such presidential authority. However, he also explicitly states that Congress should 'clarify and re-assert its preeminent constitutional role before military action is initiated.' The resolution directly implements this principle by requiring congressional authorization for ongoing hostilities in Venezuela. His NO vote contradicts his stated position that Congress needs to reassert its constitutional role in authorizing military action.
To direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Venezuela that have not been authorized by Congress.
75/100
What they said
Jan 5, 2026
Rep. McClintock supports the arrest of Nicolas Maduro as a justified exercise of presidential military authority that advances Western Hemisphere security and justice. He notes that while federal courts have upheld such presidential military action historically, he believes Congress should clarify its constitutional role in authorizing military action in future circumstances.
Voted Nay on To direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Venezuela that have not been authorized by Congress.
Rep. McClintock's statement supports the Maduro arrest as lawful presidential military action while acknowledging that Congress should clarify its constitutional role in authorizing future military action. His NO vote on a procedural motion to direct removal of armed forces from Venezuela aligns with his stated view that the President acted within legal precedent. However, the vote is procedural rather than a direct passage vote on the substance, and the resolution's specific language about congressional authorization could be read as consistent with his stated belief that Congress should clarify its role—making the direction of his procedural vote somewhat ambiguous.
Pairs with ambiguous language and high uncertainty are withheld until more data is available. Procedural, cloture, and amendment votes are excluded — they don't cleanly signal substantive support or opposition.
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Crossing the aisle
Passage votes where Tom McClintock broke ranks with ≥75% of Republicans. Threshold catches substantively partisan splits; unanimous-ish or close votes are excluded.
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Cross-aisle votes
119-hr-8646·Jun 4, 2026·98% of R voted YES
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agency Appropriations Act, 2027
Directing the Committee on Ethics to preserve and release records of the Committee's review of the alleged misconduct of Matthew Louis Gaetz II of Florida while serving as a Member of the House of Representatives.
Position: The representative supports a three-year extension of FISA Section 702 authority, citing recent reforms that limit database queries, increased penalties for abuse, and the program's importance to intelligence operations, while maintaining that warrant requirements for U.S. citizen queries remain a legitimate concern to revisit in the future.
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FISA Extension: S 1318 – Yes. I have consistently voted against FISA 702 reauthorizations without a warrant requirement for querying information involving U.S. citizens. This issue arises at the fringe of our 4th Amendment protection against unreasonable searches. It involves a situation in which, during surveillance of a foreign target in a foreign country, a communication into the United States is intercepted. All that is known of the party in the United States is a phone number or IP address. This information is then stored in a data base. The question is, can the record of this communication be queried without a warrant? This creates a Catch-22: knowing the individual’s identity is necessary to get a warrant, yet a warrant can’t be obtained until that information is known. In this penumbra, I have always leaned toward requiring a warrant. However, I am informed that these queries are essential in identifying plots against the United States, and that this information alone cannot be used in a criminal prosecution. Further, about 2/3 of the President’s intelligence briefings are derived from these queries. Recent reforms have dramatically reduced the searches that can be made on this database and this bill adds increased penalties for abuses. The reforms and limitations on this process and the importance that the intelligence agencies attach to it have convinced me to grant a three-year extension to this program, after which Congress can again re-visit this issue.
Position: The representative supports HR 7567 (Farm Bill) primarily because it includes forest management provisions (HR 178 and 179) addressing thinning and fire response on federal lands, while also praising work requirements, immigration enforcement, and fraud prevention measures in SNAP, despite expressing concerns about the program's fraud and agricultural subsidies.
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HR 7567 – Farm Bill: Yes. There is much to dislike in this Farm Bill, including the fraud-ridden SNAP program and subsidies that ultimately inflate the costs of everything from commodities to insurance (while hiding them for the recipients of these subsidies). However, I consider as a very high priority for the people of the Sierra Nevada to restore sound forest management to our federal lands. This includes two of my bills: HR 178 and 179. HR 178 cuts the red tape that is preventing us from thinning our forests and HR 179 requires Federal Agencies to put out fires immediately -- when they are first spotted.
It also maintains the work requirements for able-bodied adults for food stamps, prevents illegal aliens from accessing this program and requires more frequent eligibility checks. The fraud in this program is off the charts -- and these provisions promise to save about $200 billion over the next ten years.
Position: The senator votes yes on the budget resolution while criticizing its misuse over decades, citing emergency funding needs for DHS agencies and conditional support based on assurances that future reconciliation bills will include spending reductions aligned with DOGE and OMB recommendations.
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S Con Res 33 -- BUDGET RESOLUTION: Yes. The Budget Resolution is the first part of the annual budget process that is supposed to set limits on federal spending and conform our appropriations and mandatory spending programs to these limits. Sadly, it has not been used in the manner established by law in many decades. This resolution continues this abuse, but is necessary because of the dire situation caused by Congressional Democrats who have refused to fund the Department of Homeland Security until we stop enforcing our immigration laws. Under the last reconciliation bill, ICE and CBP sworn officers were funded, but all other operations, including non-sworn employees were not, and all other DHS agencies are completely without funds to continue such vital services as Coast Guard, FEMA, and TSA. Emergency funding for these agencies is almost exhausted. Under any other circumstances, I would oppose this measure. However, I have introduced HR 8380, which would give appropriations bills expedited consideration in the Senate, making it impossible for a Senate minority to hold appropriations hostage in the future. And I have been assured by House Leadership that the reconciliation bill for FY 2026-27 will include the spending reductions recommended by DOGE and the OMB, restoring this process for the purpose it was intended: to bring spending in line with revenues.
Rep. McClintock Introduces H.R. 8380 to Restore Fiscal Order and End Appropriations Gridlock
Position: Rep. McClintock supports legislative reform to streamline Senate consideration of annual appropriations bills by applying expedited procedures similar to reconciliation legislation, with the goal of reducing government shutdowns and omnibus spending packages.
Washington, D.C. – Rep. Tom McClintock has introduced H.R. 8380, legislation to reform the congressional budget process by ensuring timely consideration of annual appropriations bills and reducing the risk of government shutdowns.
Under current law, discretionary spending is determined through the 12 annual appropriations bills, each of which must overcome a 60-vote threshold in the Senate. While these bills often pass the House after extensive deliberation, they frequently stall in the Senate for lack of cloture, forcing Congress into last-minute continuing resolutions or risking costly and disruptive government shutdowns.
H.R. 8380 addresses this dysfunction by amending the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to provide the same expedited consideration for appropriations bills in the Senate that is currently granted to reconciliation legislation. By streamlining the process, the bill promotes timely passage of funding measures and restores accountability to Congress’s core responsibility of funding the government.
By aligning the treatment of discretionary spending bills with the expedited procedures used for mandatory spending reforms under reconciliation, H.R. 8380 encourages a more predictable and transparent budgeting process. When enacted the legislation will reduce reliance on omnibus packages and continuing resolutions, empowering lawmakers to debate and pass individual appropriations bills as intended.
“Much of Congress’ constitutional role involves the power of the purse -- setting priorities and allocating resources are our principal means of shaping policy and exercising the checks and balances at the core of our constitutional architecture,” remarked Rep. McClintock. “This commonsense reform will strengthen congressional accountability and help to restore regular order to the budget process.”
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Issues:Budget CommitteeLegislationFiscal and Economic
H. Res. 1142 - Department of Homeand Security Funding
Position: The release opposes Democratic proposals to defund immigration enforcement agencies (ICE and CBP) and to require judicial warrants for immigration enforcement actions, arguing these measures would effectively eliminate border security and immigration law enforcement.
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If we don’t enforce our immigration laws, we have no immigration laws. If we have no immigration laws, we have no border. And if we have no border, we have no country.
Yet that is the clear objective of congressional Democrats. They propose to completely defund the agencies that enforce our immigration laws. That’s right there in the Senate bill: zero dollars to ICE and CBP.
The Democrats then vow to block any funding unless we make it impossible for these agencies to take illegal aliens into custody. That’s what their demand to replace administrative warrants with judicial warrants is all about. Deportation is not a punishment and removal is not a criminal matter. Since it’s not a judicial matter, a judicial warrant isn’t available. The Democrats know this – that’s why they’re demanding it.
They cannot say they want to defund the agencies responsible for deporting illegal aliens, or to make it impossible for them to take those aliens into custody, and at the same time tell us they’re for secure borders. They’re not. Four years under Biden made that clear – and their position today makes it equally clear they haven’t changed.
This issue represents a fundamental and irreconcilable difference between the two parties today. Ultimately, it is up to voters to resolve.
H. Res. 1142, a bill to fund DHS, was passed by the House of Representatives on March 27, 2026.
Position: The congressman supports the Armenia Security Partnership Act as a measure to reinforce U.S. partnership with Armenia during normalization negotiations.
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Statement from Congressman McClintock on the Armenia Security Partnership Act:
"I am proud to support the ARMENIA Security Partnership Act as a co-sponsor. This legislation simply asks for fairness toward the Armenian people as negotiations toward normalization proceed. This legislation marks a decisive step in reinforcing America's partnership with Armenia and its long-suffering people."
“Consequences for Social Security Fraud Act” Folded into HR 1958 and Passed by the House of Representatives
Position: Rep. McClintock supports legislation that makes Social Security fraud and identity document fraud grounds for barring non-U.S. nationals from admission or deportation, arguing it closes loopholes in the immigration system and protects Americans from fraud-related harms.
Washington, D.C. – The House of Representatives today passed HR 1958 (Taylor) with Rep. McClintock’s legislation “Consequences for Social Security Fraud Act” folded into the bill.
Rep. McClintock’s “Consequences for Social Security Fraud Act” makes specific acts related to Social Security or identification document fraud a ground for barring a non-U.S. national from admission into the United States or deporting the individual. Offenses that trigger this ground of inadmissibility and deportability include knowingly and without lawful authority producing a false identification document and making a false statement of material fact in an application for Social Security disability benefits.
Congressman McClintock delivered remarks in support of the amendment containing his bill language at the House Judiciary Committee markup:
This amendment delineates specific federal crimes that make an alien inadmissible to, or removable from, the United States. This amendment also incorporates my “Consequences for Social Security Fraud Act” which the House passed on a bi-partisan basis two years ago.
That bill simply says if you are an alien who admits to, or is convicted of, social security fraud or identification document fraud, you cannot enter the country, and if you are already here, you should be deported. That’s just common sense. Even the New York Times recently reported that “as many as one million” illegal aliens are using fraudulent or stolen social security numbers. According to another report in 2017 there were 1.2 million cases in which illegal aliens used social security numbers that belonged to somebody else or were fabricated. That number surely has skyrocketed following four years of the Biden-Harris open borders.
A 2022 investigative report found that because of this fraud “victims may face tax bills for income they didn’t earn, or depleted benefits, and may suffer from poor credit histories, or even criminal histories.” By specifically listing federal crimes that make an alien inadmissible to, and removable from, the United States this amendment closes loopholes, removes the years-long litigation that so often bogs down the removal process, and strengthens the immigration system.
Finally, the amendment guarantees that the fraudsters described in this bill cannot exploit Americans generosity ever again by receiving any immigration relief in this country.
The legislation will next go to the Senate.
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House Judiciary Committee Passes Landmark McClintock Immigration Legislation, Shut Down Sanctuary Policies Act
Position: The release advocates for federal legislation that would override state and local sanctuary policies by allowing local law enforcement to cooperate directly with federal immigration authorities, redirecting federal funds away from non-cooperating jurisdictions, and creating a private right of action for victims of crimes committed by individuals released by sanctuary policies.
Washington, D.C. – The House Judiciary Committee today passed Congressman Tom McClintock’s H.R. 7640, the Shut Down Sanctuary Policies Act.
The bill asserts federal supremacy over enforcement of immigration law by pre-empting so-called “sanctuary” jurisdictions from interfering with local enforcement of immigration law. It allows local jurisdictions in “sanctuary” states to work directly with federal law enforcement agencies to uphold immigration laws, protects local law enforcement officers from being sued or harassed by “sanctuary” jurisdictions, and re-directs federal law enforcement funds from “sanctuary” jurisdictions to those cooperating with federal agencies. It also give victims of criminals released by “sanctuary” jurisdictions the right to sue for damages caused by those releases.
"All of the local sheriffs in my district want desperately to cooperate with ICE to enforce our immigration laws, but the State of California forbids them from doing so,” said Rep. McClintock. “My bill will allow them to work directly with the federal government to keep their counties safe and to receive the funds that would otherwise go to “sanctuary” jurisdictions.
“Democrat-run sanctuary jurisdictions protect criminal illegal aliens and threaten public safety. Rep. McClintock’s Shut Down Sanctuary Policies Act is commonsense legislation that will rein in sanctuary policies across the country and help keep Americans safe,” said Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan.
After passing in committee, the bill will move to passage on the House Floor.
Issues:ConstitutionForeign Affairs - InternationalIllegal Immigration - Border CrisisJudiciary CommitteeLegislationGovernment Regulation
“Consequences for Social Security Fraud Act” Folded into HR 1958 and Passed by the House Judiciary Committee
Position: Rep. McClintock supports legislation that makes Social Security fraud and identity document fraud grounds for barring non-U.S. nationals from admission or deportation, arguing it closes loopholes in the immigration system and protects Americans from fraud.
Washington, D.C. – The House Judiciary Committee today passed HR 1958 (Taylor) with Rep. McClintock’s legislation “Consequences for Social Security Fraud Act” folded into the bill.
Rep. McClintock’s “Consequences for Social Security Fraud Act” makes specific acts related to Social Security or identification document fraud a ground for barring a non-U.S. national from admission into the United States or deporting the individual. Offenses that trigger this ground of inadmissibility and deportability include knowingly and without lawful authority producing a false identification document and making a false statement of material fact in an application for Social Security disability benefits.
Congressman McClintock delivered remarks in support of the amendment containing his bill language at the House Judiciary Committee markup hearing:
This amendment delineates specific federal crimes that make an alien inadmissible to, or removable from, the United States. This amendment also incorporates my “Consequences for Social Security Fraud Act” which the House passed on a bi-partisan basis two years ago.
That bill simply says if you are an alien who admits to, or is convicted of, social security fraud or identification document fraud, you cannot enter the country, and if you are already here, you should be deported. That’s just common sense.
Even the New York Times recently reported that “as many as one million” illegal aliens are using fraudulent or stolen social security numbers. According to another report in 2017 there were 1.2 million cases in which illegal aliens used social security numbers that belonged to somebody else or were fabricated. That number surely has skyrocketed following four years of the Biden-Harris open borders.
A 2022 investigative report found that because of this fraud “victims may face tax bills for income they didn’t earn, or depleted benefits, and may suffer from poor credit histories, or even criminal histories.”
By specifically listing federal crimes that make an alien inadmissible to, and removable from, the United States this amendment closes loopholes, removes the years-long litigation that so often bogs down the removal process, and strengthens the immigration system.
Finally, the amendment guarantees that the fraudsters described in this bill cannot exploit Americans generosity ever again by receiving any immigration relief in this country.
The legislation will next go to the House floor.
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Video link to Committee remarks.
Issues:ConstitutionIllegal Immigration - Border CrisisLegislationGovernment Regulation
Congressmen McClintock and Cohen Condemn Iran’s Brutal Suppression of Protesters
Position: The representatives condemn Iran's suppression of protesters and express support for the Iranian people's aspirations for democratic governance and human rights, calling on the U.S. and international community to support these values.
Statement from the Co-Chairs of the Congressional Iran Human Rights and Democracy Caucus
WASHINGTON – Congressmen Tom McClintock (CA-5) and Steve Cohen (TN-9), the Co-Chairs of the Congressional Iran Human Rights and Democracy Caucus, today released the following statement:
“We stand in solidarity with the people of Iran as they courageously rise to demand their fundamental rights and a future rooted in freedom, dignity, and democratic governance. Across cities and communities, Iranians have made clear their aspiration for a democratic, non-nuclear republic that respects political pluralism, the rule of law, and basic human rights.
“We unequivocally condemn the Iranian regime’s brutal suppression of protesters. The use of lethal force, mass arrests, intimidation, and reported attacks on civilians and medical facilities represent grave violations of international human rights and humanitarian law. Such actions further underscore the regime’s disregard for the lives and voices of its own people.
“The Iranian people have also made clear that they reject all forms of authoritarian rule. Their call is not for repression or extremism, but for the universal principles of freedom, accountability, and self-determination.
“As Co-Chairs of the Congressional Iran Human Rights and Democracy Caucus, we reaffirm our commitment to supporting the Iranian people’s legitimate aspirations and to holding accountable those responsible for human rights abuses. The United States, together with the international community, must continue to stand firmly on the side of human rights, democratic values, and the Iranian people’s right to choose their own future.”
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Issues:Foreign Affairs - International
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Recent stock activity
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Top PAC donors · 2026 cycle
Political action committees that gave the most to this rep's principal campaign committee this cycle. PAC giving is direct organizational support — industry, ideological, or leadership.
1.MAJORITY COMMITTEE PAC MC PAC10 contributions$50,000
2.TAKE BACK THE HOUSE 2022Leadership4 contributionsMember-of-Congress leadership PAC — supports Republican candidates aligned with the party's House agenda.AI$47,655
3.TAKE BACK THE HOUSE 2020Leadership4 contributionsMember-of-Congress leadership PAC — supports candidates aligned with Republican efforts to gain House seats.AI$26,461
4.KOCHPACBusiness5 contributionsPAC affiliated with Koch Industries, a diversified conglomerate. Backs candidates supporting free-market policies, deregulation, and limited government.AI$25,000
5.MCCLINTOCK JFC3 contributions$23,207
6.CALIFORNIA WESTSIDE FARMERS PACAgriculture4 contributionsAgricultural PAC representing farmers in California's Westside region — backs policies supporting crop production, water access, and farm-friendly regulations.AI$20,000
7.VALERO POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEEEnergy4 contributionsPAC of Valero Energy, a major independent petroleum refiner and marketer. Backs candidates supporting oil and gas industry interests, including regulatory and tax policy favorable to refining operations.AI$20,000
8.HUCKPACLeadership3 contributionsMember-of-Congress leadership PAC — directs contributions to allied Republican candidates and causes.AI$15,000
9.AIPAC PACIdeological3 contributionsPAC arm of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee, federalized in 2021. Backs candidates of both parties who support U.S.-Israel security and economic ties.AI$15,000
10.EYE OF THE TIGER PACLeadership3 contributionsLeadership or single-issue PAC — specific positions and affiliated member of Congress not inferable from the name.AI · low$15,000
Source: OpenFEC (api.open.fec.gov) Schedule A receipts where contributor type is “committee.” Aggregated by contributing committee. Self-transfers from joint-fundraising / victory committees are excluded.
Top individual contributors · 2026 cycle
Itemized individual contributions over $200 to this rep's campaign committee, aggregated by donor employer. PAC giving is shown above; this section is people, not organizations.
1.NOT PROVIDED$10,800
2.SOVEREIGN NATION$8,000
3.PYRAMES INC.$7,000
4.AKT INVESTMENTS INC.$7,000
5.AKT DEVELOPMENT$7,000
6.SENSORIO$7,000
7.MORONGO BAND OF MISSION INDIANS$6,600
8.PAYNTER REALTY & INVESTMENTS, INC.$5,500
9.REED FAMILY COMPANIES$5,000
10.VON HOUSEN AUTO GROUP$5,000
Source: OpenFEC Schedule A receipts where contributor type is “individual,” aggregated by the donor's self-reported employer. This is a geographic / industry correlation, not a corporate endorsement.
