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Lawmakers Defy Party Lines Amid Rising Polarization

1/2/2026

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  • In the 119th Congress, several lawmakers frequently broke party lines, revealing increasing polarization.
  • Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Wash., voted against Democrats 22.5% of the time, notably backing a defense bill and the Laken Riley Act.
  • Rep. Henry Cuellar, D-Texas, led with 24.1% dissent and secured re-election after a pardon.
  • Other notable dissenters include Rep. Jared Golden, D-Maine, and Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., who opposed party positions.