Catherine Cortez Masto is a United States Senator from Nevada, serving since 2017, and previously served as the Attorney General of Nevada from 2007 to 2015. She is the first woman from Nevada and the first Latina ever elected to the U.S. Senate.
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Policy Action
Feb 20, 2025
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Vote Against Kash Patel for FBI Director
Cortez Masto voted against the confirmation of Kash Patel to lead the FBI, citing concerns over the politicization of law enforcement under the Trump administration.
Latest Development
Policy Action
Feb 18, 2026
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Investigation into EPA Rollbacks under Trump
Cortez Masto joined 40 Democratic colleagues in launching an investigation into the Trump administration's attempts to roll back climate protections at the EPA.
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Leadership Role
Nov 14, 2022
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Role in Securing Democratic Senate Control
Cortez Masto's 2022 reelection was the pivotal race that allowed Democrats to retain control of the U.S. Senate, thwarting a 'red wave' often associated with MAGA-endorsed candidates.
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Nov 14, 2022Weighted evidence bars by item and directionFeb 18, 2026Nov 14, 2022 to Feb 18, 2026
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Policy Action
Feb 18, 2026
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Investigation into EPA Rollbacks under Trump
Cortez Masto joined 40 Democratic colleagues in launching an investigation into the Trump administration's attempts to roll back climate protections at the EPA.
Agent rationale
Active legislative oversight targeting a core MAGA policy pillar (deregulation of the energy sector).
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Opposition to DHS Funding Bill under Trump
Cortez Masto opposed a Department of Homeland Security funding bill, stating that the Trump administration and Kristi Noem were putting 'politics over border security.'
Agent rationale
Directly challenges the MAGA administration's handling of its primary policy priority (the border).
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Condemnation of DACA Targeting
Cortez Masto called out the Trump administration for its 'targeting' of DACA recipients, framing the administration's immigration enforcement as harmful to Nevada families.
Agent rationale
Immigration is a signature MAGA issue; Cortez Masto's stance is diametrically opposed to the administration's 'mass deportation' and DACA-restrictionist platform.
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Vote Against Republican Tax Bill
Cortez Masto voted against the 2025 Republican tax bill, labeling it a 'tax scam' that would raise costs for the middle class while benefiting corporations.
Agent rationale
Opposition to the central economic legislative priority of the MAGA-aligned GOP in 2025.
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Allegations of 'Crypto Corruption' by Trump
Senator Cortez Masto introduced measures to 'end crypto corruption' by Donald Trump and other elected officials, targeting the intersection of digital assets and political influence.
Agent rationale
Uses the term 'corruption' directly in relation to the MAGA leader, indicating a high level of political hostility.
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Criticism of Trump's 2025 Address to Congress
Following President Trump's address to Congress, Cortez Masto accused the President of 'repeating falsehoods' and 'attacking allies' instead of addressing the cost of living.
Agent rationale
Direct rhetorical opposition to the head of the MAGA movement during a major national address.
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Vote Against Kash Patel for FBI Director
Cortez Masto voted against the confirmation of Kash Patel to lead the FBI, citing concerns over the politicization of law enforcement under the Trump administration.
Notes: Patel is a central figure in the MAGA movement.
Agent rationale
Voting against a high-profile MAGA loyalist for a critical national security role is a strong anti-MAGA signal.
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Opposition to Certification of 2024 Election and Jan 6 Comments
Senator Cortez Masto issued a statement on the anniversary of the January 6th insurrection, linking the event to the certification of the 2024 election results and emphasizing the need to protect democratic institutions against 'insurrectionist' rhetoric.
Notes: Official Senate press release.
Agent rationale
Direct opposition to the MAGA-aligned narrative regarding the 2020 and 2024 elections. High weight due to the foundational nature of this issue to the MAGA movement.
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Role in Securing Democratic Senate Control
Cortez Masto's 2022 reelection was the pivotal race that allowed Democrats to retain control of the U.S. Senate, thwarting a 'red wave' often associated with MAGA-endorsed candidates.
Notes: Historical context for her current standing.
Agent rationale
As the senator who effectively blocked Republican (and MAGA) control of the Senate in 2022, her institutional role is inherently anti-MAGA.