RB

Richard Blumenthal

Democrat
US Congress Twitter/X
#72
X Rank
187,530
Benchmarker Score
335
Posts
123,984
Likes
31,773
Comments
370
Avg Likes
95
Avg Comments
155,757
Total Engagement
465
Engagement Rate
36.7
Posts/Week
Daily
Posting Regularity
Metrics are based on tracked posts and calculated averages. Actual performance may vary.
655,998 followers

Data last refreshed: June 01, 2026

Engagement metrics shown below reflect data as of this date. Current X stats may differ.

20 posts

A top Justice Department lawyer says she’s acting as  Bondi’s “private lawyer” & telling her to refuse answers to Congress’ questions. That’s clearly the Administration gagging a witness. What’...

Legislative & Congressional Activity Congressional Ethics May 30, 2026 View on X
2,022
Likes
47
Cmnts
775
Reposts
data as of 1 Jun 2026, 07:41 BST

To repel this slautering assault of bombs, drones, missiles, Ukraine clearly needs more American air defense aid.

Foreign Affairs & Diplomacy Ukraine Foreign Aid May 30, 2026 View on X
389
Likes
31
Cmnts
80
Reposts
data as of 1 Jun 2026, 07:41 BST

Still, on this 10th visit, the Ukrainian spirit seems stronger than ever—unshakable. Bravery, caring & kindness are watchwords—getting them through long nights & demanding days.

Foreign Affairs & Diplomacy Ukraine May 30, 2026 View on X
383
Likes
13
Cmnts
55
Reposts
data as of 1 Jun 2026, 07:41 BST

Here in an Odessa bunker—our third air raid of the day, this one at 3:40 am—there’s no question about the heightened intensity of Putin’s murderous bombing terror. All around Ukraine Russia’s escal...

Foreign Affairs & Diplomacy Ukraine Russia May 30, 2026 View on X
3,493
Likes
482
Cmnts
1,043
Reposts
data as of 1 Jun 2026, 07:41 BST

The reflecting pool stink isn’t from the water. It’s the aroma of corruption—a no bid contract with a humongous profit to a company with inadequate expertise. Our investigation through PSI must con...

Legislative & Congressional Activity Congressional Ethics May 28, 2026 View on X
714
Likes
80
Cmnts
275
Reposts
data as of 1 Jun 2026, 07:41 BST

As I told Zelenskyy, we’ll make sure they’re secure—our priority—but more determined than ever. America is standing with Ukraine.

Foreign Affairs & Diplomacy Ukraine Foreign Aid May 28, 2026 View on X
304
Likes
71
Cmnts
88
Reposts
data as of 1 Jun 2026, 07:41 BST

Russia’s Foreign Minister Lavrov says American diplomats should leave Ukraine—to avoid their blood thirsty bombs. In Ukraine now, I’m seeing firsthand brave American diplomats who refuse to be cowe...

Foreign Affairs & Diplomacy Ukraine Russia State Department May 28, 2026 View on X
8,391
Likes
831
Cmnts
2,281
Reposts
data as of 1 Jun 2026, 07:41 BST

Trump’s corruption has sweeping consequences—degrading our entire justice system, essential to our democracy. Time for Republicans to join us in fighting it. https://t.co/L8JDJ4vHDM

Crime, Justice & Law Enforcement Impeachment Republican Party May 26, 2026 View on X
114
Likes
75
Cmnts
55
Reposts
data as of 1 Jun 2026, 07:41 BST

Guts&grit—Marta Kostyuk shows resilience&resolve typical of Ukrainians by a decisive win, even after learning of a Russian missile attack almost hitting her home&family. Her losing oppo...

Culture, Media & Sports Sports & Olympics Ukraine Russia May 25, 2026 View on X
386
Likes
14
Cmnts
64
Reposts
data as of 1 Jun 2026, 07:41 BST

Proud to march in Naugatuck on Memorial Day with Amanda Friedrich Durkin & family in memory of Sgt. David “Travis” Friedrich, along with veterans, soldiers, & many more. An outpouring of pa...

District & State Issues Armed Forces Veterans Affairs May 25, 2026 View on X
82
Likes
11
Cmnts
15
Reposts
data as of 1 Jun 2026, 07:41 BST

Orange moved its ceremony indoors on Saturday—with beautiful essays by elementary school students & stirring tributes to all who gave the last true measure of devotion. Next year back to a sun ...

District & State Issues Armed Forces May 25, 2026 View on X
17
Likes
6
Cmnts
3
Reposts
data as of 1 Jun 2026, 07:41 BST

Milford braved the rain on Sunday for moving annual tribute to the fallen. Wreaths placed with prayers, despite a raw weather day. Thank you to the organizers & veterans. https://t.co/3m3Rn6BfyH

District & State Issues Armed Forces Veterans Affairs May 25, 2026 View on X
46
Likes
3
Cmnts
9
Reposts
data as of 1 Jun 2026, 07:41 BST

Parades in Wethersfield, North Haven, & Redding on Saturday—great crowds, magnificent spirit, despite some rain & clouds. Thank you for showing up. https://t.co/PHNpEveXmW

District & State Issues Arts & Culture May 25, 2026 View on X
46
Likes
12
Cmnts
12
Reposts
data as of 1 Jun 2026, 07:41 BST

This Memorial Day, approaching our great nation’s 250th, we celebrate men & women who made us the home of the brave, and thereby the land of the free. They gave the last full measure of devotio...

Defense & National Security Armed Forces May 25, 2026 View on X
32
Likes
14
Cmnts
9
Reposts
data as of 1 Jun 2026, 07:41 BST

Congress cannot continue to ignore Trump’s crypto corruption—favorable treatment & settlements for its business partners—as it races ahead on more cryptocurrency legislation & as the CFTC l...

Science, Technology & Digital Crypto & Blockchain Congressional Ethics May 24, 2026 View on X
36
Likes
3
Cmnts
11
Reposts
data as of 28 May 2026, 07:41 BST

The CFTC has become a craven tool of prediction markets & shady crypto firms—ignoring national security risks while bullying state regulators & retaliating against staff attempting to enfor...

Science, Technology & Digital Crypto & Blockchain May 24, 2026 View on X
50
Likes
19
Cmnts
23
Reposts
data as of 28 May 2026, 07:41 BST

Huge Coincidence? Humongous AI investor SoftBank donated $50 million to Trump’s presidential library & foundation just before Trump withdrew his AI regulatory Executive Order. Brazen corruption...

Science, Technology & Digital AI Regulation Executive Orders Fundraising May 23, 2026 View on X
36
Likes
3
Cmnts
17
Reposts
data as of 28 May 2026, 07:41 BST

The Trump admin realizes the risks from AI—but then Big Tech pushes back. Pulling away from even voluntary oversight after pressure from industry insiders sends a clear message: billionaire influen...

Science, Technology & Digital Artificial Intelligence AI Regulation May 23, 2026 View on X
73
Likes
25
Cmnts
26
Reposts
data as of 28 May 2026, 07:41 BST

On the roads this Memorial Day weekend remember—slow down & move over. When you see a construction worker, a first responder, or a Good Samaritan, changing lanes can protect others & save l...

Transportation & Infrastructure Highways May 23, 2026 View on X
76
Likes
56
Cmnts
13
Reposts
data as of 28 May 2026, 07:41 BST

Last night I joined @PsakiBriefing to discuss Trump's $1.8B slush fund—using taxpayer dollars to pay violent January 6 insurrectionists, condoning & rewarding political violence. https://t.co/Z...

Crime, Justice & Law Enforcement Domestic Terrorism Federal Budget MAGA May 22, 2026 View on X
44
Likes
35
Cmnts
10
Reposts
data as of 28 May 2026, 07:41 BST

Rank History

Jun 2026
+2 #72
May 2026
+13 #74
Apr 2026
#87

Content Categories

Defense & National Security 47
Legislative & Congressional Activity 35
Foreign Affairs & Diplomacy 34
Crime, Justice & Law Enforcement 32
Economic Policy & Federal Budget 30

Topics & Themes

Armed Forces Middle East Oil & Gas ICE Inflation Congressional Ethics Russia Federal Budget Ukraine Veterans Affairs Deportation Crypto & Blockchain Intelligence Community Wall Street Arts & Culture Public Health Sanctions Higher Education AI Regulation Sports & Olympics

Top Quartile Benchmarks

Based on top 126 of 503 in US Congress

Posts
196
Richard: 425 ↑
Likes
200,555
Richard: 817,076 ↑
Comments
19,881
Richard: 60,458 ↑
Avg Likes
873.2
Richard: 1,922.5 ↑
Avg Comments
86.7
Richard: 142.3 ↑
Benchmarker Score
240,317
Richard: 937,992 ↑
Posts/Week
16.8
Richard: 36.7 ↑
Avg Post Length
234 chars
Richard: 216 ↓
Trending Topics (Top Quartile)
Armed Forces Middle East Federal Budget ICE Inflation