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Michael Baumgartner

Republican

US Congress Twitter/X

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#130

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95,619

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11,935 followers

Data last refreshed: August 06, 2026

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I’m pleased that my District Director Dan Bisbee was able to get up in a helicopter with County Commissioner Josh Kerns to view the fire today. Dan is a former Army Officer who I worked closely wit...

District & State Issues Wildfire Aug 05, 2026 View on X

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Painted rocks | Five mile plateau https://t.co/woC8ZG2J6G

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I’ve been out checking on the devastation with local law enforcement. Still active hot spots and burning in some areas. This is by Rudder parkway . https://t.co/wgxOPWJWve

District & State Issues Wildfire Aug 04, 2026 View on X

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Heartbreaking scenes of devastation at the Spokane fires, but thankfully so far no reported loss of life. 🇺🇸 https://t.co/w2saL3SQrN

District & State Issues Wildfire Aug 04, 2026 View on X

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PLEASE DO NOT fly drones over the fire impacted areas. Spokane County Sheriff explains how drones are grounding official aircraft and hurting emergency efforts. 🇺🇸 https://t.co/fqkB9UQHXo

Crime, Justice & Law Enforcement Wildfire Aviation Safety Aug 04, 2026 View on X

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Thank you President Trump for granting the FEMA emergency declaration for the fires in Eastern Washington. 🇺🇸 https://t.co/jLk4Qop8oa

Policy Announcements & Executive Action Wildfire Aug 04, 2026 View on X

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We have received many questions about how the fires started. An arrest has been made for arson. More info to come. https://t.co/vk4O8YqKwv

Crime, Justice & Law Enforcement Wildfire Aug 04, 2026 View on X

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I had the opportunity to visit the Red Cross fire victims shelter at the convention center. There are about 200 folks being taken care of by about three dozen great Red Cross volunteers. Many very ...

District & State Issues Wildfire Voluntary Sector Homelessness Aug 03, 2026 View on X

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Th fire situation continues to be serious in E. Washington. Big thank you to all the members of Congress who have reached out and specifically Speaker Mike Johnson. You and President Trump’s concer...

District & State Issues Wildfire Aug 03, 2026 View on X

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I’m pleased that Governor Ferguson said he had a productive and engaged call with President Trump. We in Washington state greatly appreciate President Trump’s federal support for recovery from last...

District & State Issues Wildfire Water Infrastructure Aug 02, 2026 View on X

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Governor Ferguson has made the request for federal assistance. I was in the room with the Governor, Sen. Cantwell, Mayor Brown, Sheriff and state legislators as the call was made. I’m pleased that ...

District & State Issues Wildfire Bipartisan Aug 02, 2026 View on X

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Please keep in mind that while the fires in Spokane County are unprecedented in scope and devastation for our community, they are not the only significant wildfires impacting Eastern Washington and...

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I am in a meeting with the Governor now and other officials now. Gov Ferguson is collecting needed information from city and county officials of what specific federal assistance is required . For e...

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I have spoken to Homeland Secretary Mullin to discuss the fire situation in Spokane and potential federal support. After Gov. Ferguson requests emergency assistance he will take the official reques...

Policy Announcements & Executive Action Wildfire Aug 02, 2026 View on X

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In April, President Trump approved a Federal Disaster Declaration for Washington state in response to last year’s floods. I will be working with both Republicans and Democrats in Congress to urge t...

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The fires in Spokane county are very dangerous. Please follow Spokane County Emergency Management Response for the latest evacuation information. For those asking what role our Congressional offic...

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The fire situation in Spokane County is very serious and with these winds speeds it could get worse. I have been in touch with County officials. Please follow latest information and evacuation upda...

District & State Issues Wildfire Bipartisan Aug 01, 2026 View on X

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I should have known something was iffy when my intern from UW presented me with a WSU cake on “Intern Appreciation Day.” Well played. 😂😂😂🇺🇸 https://t.co/XJBrXQwJpb

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Unfortunately Governor Bob Ferguson chose NOT to have Washington State officially participate in THE GREAT AMERICAN STATE FAIR, but I couldn’t let this stand, so I came down to man the nearly empty...

District & State Issues Jun 27, 2026 View on X

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I’m fully aware that this job requires tons of travel and crazy hours, but it does indeed bug me that I’m here in DC at 11:30pm voting (for the 4th time!) to fully fund the Homeland budget and miss...

Legislative & Congressional Activity Mar 28, 2026 View on X

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It’s really bugging me that Idaho (w a less than 3% unemployment rate and $1 cheaper gas) has a so much better booth than the sad and empty Washington (+5% unemployment and biz leaving) because our...

Party Politics & Leadership Jun 27, 2026 View on X

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It’s unfortunate that my Democrat Governor of Washington state put politics over celebrating our wonderful America’s 250th birthday celebration, but I was happy to spend a little time personally ma...

Party Politics & Leadership Jun 27, 2026 View on X

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Bob Ferguson’s hatred of Republicans is keeping every child in Washington state from accessing a FREE $1,700 k12 education voucher we created in the One Big Beautiful Bill. Do your job, Bob - don’...

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This is what I voted for. Qassim Soleimani killed scores of Americans. It’s outrageous his terrorist supporting family was allowed the privileges of America while seeking to undermine it. 🇺🇸

Defense & National Security Apr 04, 2026 View on X

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This is completely unacceptable. https://t.co/U5s8kpQnIg

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DC is looking spectacular for America 250! Since I got stuck in town w votes tomorrow, I thought I’d make a 12 mi rainy day bike tour checking out some of the restored parks, and monuments as Presi...

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Indeed. I also want to send my congratulations to PM Modi. Last summer I had the wonderful opportunity to visit India. A strong relationship between our two countries is vital from the future peace...

Foreign Affairs & Diplomacy Jun 10, 2026 View on X

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America and the world need a United Kingdom that is confident in its history and one with a capable military able to meet pressing challenges. I was impressed with King Charles speech to Congress i...

Foreign Affairs & Diplomacy Apr 28, 2026 View on X

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Party Politics & Leadership Jun 27, 2026 View on X

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Dear Big12 schools, you want get in bed with profit seeking private equity, you better be ready for Congress to treat your tax status like it. 🇺🇸

Economic Policy & Federal Budget Apr 29, 2026 View on X

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The Iranian blockade should remain until the US has possession of their 1000lbs of 60% uranium. Thats it. That should be the deal. They can sell oil, or they can have enriched uranium - they get do...

Foreign Affairs & Diplomacy May 03, 2026 View on X

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The arrogance of the Big10 and the SEC will be the death of sustainable college sports for everyone else.🇺🇸

Culture, Media & Sports Jun 04, 2026 View on X

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This is what I voted for. 👇🇺🇸 Trump: Iran will never have a nuclear weapon.

Foreign Affairs & Diplomacy Apr 12, 2026 View on X

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It would be better for the unity of the future of the Republic if every state’s Congressional representation mirrored their electorate. For example, Washington State is 40% Republican but Rs hold o...

Constitutional & Electoral Reform Apr 22, 2026 View on X

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I was pleased to join Republicans in voting to BAN members of Congress from trading individual stocks. Unfortunately, over 200 Democrat members voted no. We’ve all seen the damage to public trust f...

Legislative & Congressional Activity Jul 24, 2026 View on X

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Rank History

Aug 2026

+1 #130

Jul 2026

-5 #131

Jun 2026

+20 #126

May 2026

-21 #146

Apr 2026

#125

Content Categories

District & State Issues 47

Foreign Affairs & Diplomacy 43

Personal & Human Interest 43

Defense & National Security 41

N/A 38

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Top Quartile Benchmarks

Based on top 126 of 503 in US Congress

Posts

360

Michael: 365 ↑

Likes

396,932

Michael: 71,886 ↓

Comments

35,800

Michael: 12,663 ↓

Avg Likes

875.7

Michael: 197.0 ↓

Avg Comments

85.4

Michael: 34.7 ↓

Benchmarker Score

468,532

Michael: 97,212 ↓

Posts/Week

17.1

Michael: 18.1 ↑

Avg Post Length

236 chars

Michael: 253 ↑