[CAPTURE PORTAL] 119TH CONGRESS

Legislative Integrity Monitor

Goblin House Intelligence

Paul Tonko

Democratic · Representative, NY ·20

Paul Tonko is the Democratic U.S. Representative (NY's 20th congressional district). The platform has 8 voting records on file (2023-2026) and 55 verified facts on file covering this member's voting positions, financial disclosures, and stated platform commitments.

Score Components

48 MODERATE

Connection Density 20%

22 → 4

Donor Influence 15%

56 → 8

Silence Risk 25%

7 → 2

Contradiction Risk 25%

70 → 18

Intelligence Volume 15%

72 → 11

Constituency Deviation 0%

37 → 0

Voting Misalignment 0%

0 → 0

% = weight in composite score · Raw component 0–100 × weight = weighted contribution (→) · Sum of contributions = overall score. Hover a row for details.

[constituency_baseline] Demographic anchor: Average commute time: 23 minutes

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[constituency_baseline] Demographic anchor: Median age: 39.7

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[constituency_baseline] Demographic anchor: Unemployment rate: 4.9%

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[constituency_baseline] Demographic anchor: Vietnam-era veterans: 11,257 (largest veteran cohort)

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[constituency_baseline] Demographic anchor: Foreign-born population: 9.14% (71.5k)

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[constituency_baseline] Demographic anchor: U.S. citizenship rate: 96.2%

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[constituency_baseline] Demographic anchor: Hispanic population share: 7.41% (58k)

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[constituency_baseline] Demographic anchor: Asian population share: 5.4% (42.2k)

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[constituency_baseline] Demographic anchor: Black or African American population share: 8.4% (65.9k)

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[constituency_baseline] Demographic anchor: White (Non-Hispanic) population share: 73.8% (567k)

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[constituency_baseline] Demographic anchor: Population: 782,695 (2024)

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[constituency_baseline] Demographic anchor: Median rent: $1,276

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[constituency_baseline] Demographic anchor: Median property value: $287,300

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[constituency_baseline] Demographic anchor: Bachelor's degree or higher: 42.9%

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[constituency_baseline] Demographic anchor: Homeownership rate: 61.3%

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[constituency_baseline] Demographic anchor: Poverty rate: 7.6% (ACS 5-Year); 11.9% (Data USA 2024, broader measure)

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[constituency_baseline] Demographic anchor: Median household income: $86,491 (2024)

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[constituency_baseline] Ballot measure: New York Environmental Bond Act (November 2022) (2022) — passed, margin 67.6% to 32.4%

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[constituency_baseline] Ballot measure: New York Proposal 1 — Equal Rights Amendment (November 2024) (2024) — passed, margin 62% to 38% statewide

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[constituency_baseline] Dominant industry: NAICS 92 - Public Administration (state government) (share 0.087)

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Chuck Schumer colleague Both represent New York in Congress

Psychology PAC Of American Psychological Association Services Inc. donor $7,500 to Paul Tonko's principal committee in the 2026 cycle (2 contributions), FEC Schedule A line 11C. https://www.fec.gov/data/committee/C00522094/

Alzheimer'S Impact Movement PAC donor $7,500 to Paul Tonko's principal committee in the 2026 cycle (3 contributions), FEC Schedule A line 11C. https://www.fec.gov/data/committee/C00486928/

Cox Enterprises Inc. PAC donor $6,000 to Paul Tonko's principal committee in the 2026 cycle (3 contributions), FEC Schedule A line 11C. https://www.fec.gov/data/committee/C00477653/

Poet PAC donor $5,000 to Paul Tonko's principal committee in the 2026 cycle (1 contribution), FEC Schedule A line 11C. https://www.fec.gov/data/committee/C00450692/

Teachers Insurance Annuity Association Of America PAC (Tiaa PAC) donor $7,500 to Paul Tonko's principal committee in the 2026 cycle (3 contributions), FEC Schedule A line 11C. https://www.fec.gov/data/committee/C00431361/

Charter Communications Inc. PAC donor $5,000 to Paul Tonko's principal committee in the 2026 cycle (2 contributions), FEC Schedule A line 11C. https://www.fec.gov/data/committee/C00426775/

Avangrid PAC donor $10,000 to Paul Tonko's principal committee in the 2026 cycle (2 contributions), FEC Schedule A line 11C. https://www.fec.gov/data/committee/C00406801/

Itc Holdings Corp. PAC (Itc PAC) donor $5,500 to Paul Tonko's principal committee in the 2026 cycle (5 contributions), FEC Schedule A line 11C. https://www.fec.gov/data/committee/C00388462/

American Society For Radiation Oncology PAC donor $10,000 to Paul Tonko's principal committee in the 2026 cycle (4 contributions), FEC Schedule A line 11C. https://www.fec.gov/data/committee/C00384602/

American Academy Of Dermatology Association Political Action Committee (Skinpac) donor $5,000 to Paul Tonko's principal committee in the 2026 cycle (4 contributions), FEC Schedule A line 11C. https://www.fec.gov/data/committee/C00359539/

American Association Of Nurse Practitioners Political Action Committee donor $5,000 to Paul Tonko's principal committee in the 2026 cycle (2 contributions), FEC Schedule A line 11C. https://www.fec.gov/data/committee/C00358903/

American Clean Power Association Cleanpower PAC donor $5,000 to Paul Tonko's principal committee in the 2026 cycle (2 contributions), FEC Schedule A line 11C. https://www.fec.gov/data/committee/C00259572/

Auto Care Association Political Action Committee donor $7,500 to Paul Tonko's principal committee in the 2026 cycle (3 contributions), FEC Schedule A line 11C. https://www.fec.gov/data/committee/C00250753/

Waterpac National Rural Water donor $5,000 to Paul Tonko's principal committee in the 2026 cycle (1 contribution), FEC Schedule A line 11C. https://www.fec.gov/data/committee/C00202184/

Pg&E Corporation Employees Energy PAC donor $10,000 to Paul Tonko's principal committee in the 2026 cycle (2 contributions), FEC Schedule A line 11C. https://www.fec.gov/data/committee/C00177469/

American Association Of Nurse Anesthetists Separate Segregated Fund (Crna-PAC) donor $5,000 to Paul Tonko's principal committee in the 2026 cycle (2 contributions), FEC Schedule A line 11C. https://www.fec.gov/data/committee/C00173153/

National Multifamily Housing Council PAC donor $5,000 to Paul Tonko's principal committee in the 2026 cycle (2 contributions), FEC Schedule A line 11C. https://www.fec.gov/data/committee/C00130773/

National Association Of Convenience Stores Nacspac donor $5,000 to Paul Tonko's principal committee in the 2026 cycle (2 contributions), FEC Schedule A line 11C. https://www.fec.gov/data/committee/C00126763/

American Crystal Sugar Company PAC donor $5,000 to Paul Tonko's principal committee in the 2026 cycle (1 contribution), FEC Schedule A line 11C. https://www.fec.gov/data/committee/C00110338/

Bill	Vote	Date	Alignment
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United…	Nay	2026-09-16	unknown
Ratepayer Protection Act	Yea	2026-09-16	unknown
Water Resources Development Act	Yea	2026-09-16	unknown
An Act to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow early childhood…	Yea	2026-09-16	unknown
PROOF Act	Nay	2026-09-16	unknown
National Fraud Enforcement Division Act	Nay	2026-09-16	unknown
Retire through Ownership Act	Yea	2026-09-16	unknown
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes…	Nay	2026-09-15	unknown
Providing for consideration of the bills H.R. 9576 and H.R. 10326, providing…	Nay	2026-09-15	unknown
Whistleblower Protection Act	Yea	2026-09-15	unknown
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers…	Yea	2026-09-15	unknown
Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act	Yea	2026-09-15	unknown
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United…	Nay	2026-09-15	unknown
Fostering the Use of Technology to Uphold Regulatory Effectiveness in…	Yea	2026-09-15	unknown
Diesel Emissions Reduction Act	Yea	2026-09-15	unknown
Providing for consideration of the bills H.R. 9576 and H.R. 10326, providing…	Nay	2026-09-15	unknown
GUARD Act	Yea	2026-09-15	unknown
Local Communities & Bird Habitat Stewardship Act	Yea	2026-09-14	unknown
National Wildlife Refuge System Invasive Species Strike Team Act	Yea	2026-09-14	unknown
Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act	Nay	2026-09-03	unknown
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to require…	Nay	2026-09-02	unknown
Protecting Domestic Mining Act	Nay	2026-09-02	unknown
Providing for the condemnation and denouncement of socialism in all its forms…	Nay	2026-09-01	unknown
To amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 to extend the time period…	Nay	2026-09-01	unknown
In the matter of allegations relating to Representative Chuck Edwards	Yea	2026-09-01	unknown
AGOA Extension Act	Nay	2026-09-01	unknown
To amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 to extend the time period…	Yea	2026-09-01	unknown
Providing for consideration of the bills (H.R. 1501, H.R. 9436, and H.R…	Nay	2026-09-01	unknown
Providing for consideration of the bills (H.R. 1501, H.R. 9436, and H.R…	Nay	2026-09-01	unknown
Local Access to Courts Act	Yea	2026-08-31	unknown

Last contradiction analysis: Never

statement_vs_disclosure 60/100

Platform: "On November 12, 2025, Tonko voted against ending the 43-day government shutdown (H.R. 5371), stating healthcare subsidies played a role in his Nay vote. He said: 'That's not good enough protection for the many people…

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On November 12, 2025, Tonko voted against ending the 43-day government shutdown (H.R. 5371), stating healthcare subsidies played a role in his Nay vote. He said: 'That's not good enough protection for the many people, the tens of millions, that will see a doubling or tripling of their health care premiums.' Only six Democrats joined Republicans to end the shutdown.

Vote: on "On February 17, 2026, Tonko announced he 'secured $14,093,000 in federal funds' for 15 community…"

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Tonko voted against ending the 43-day government shutdown that harmed SNAP recipients, federal workers, and small businesses in his district — citing healthcare subsidies as the reason. Three months later, he took credit for $14 million in CPF from the 'federal spending package' that had been approved in the appropriations process. While his CPF was in different legislation than the shutdown CR, the pattern of voting against bipartisan funding vehicles while later claiming credit for earmarks within the appropriations process mirrors the 'vote no and take the dough' dynamic documented in other members.

position_evolution 60/100

Platform: "Tonko voted to provide $60.8 billion in Ukraine military and humanitarian aid (H.R. 8035) on April 20, 2024, calling it essential to 'stand with our allies in Ukraine' and condemning Republican 'gamesmanship that has…

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Tonko voted to provide $60.8 billion in Ukraine military and humanitarian aid (H.R. 8035) on April 20, 2024, calling it essential to 'stand with our allies in Ukraine' and condemning Republican 'gamesmanship that has withheld needed aid.' All 210 Democrats supported the bill.

Vote: on "Tonko voted against funding the Department of Homeland Security (H.R. 7147) on January 22, 2026…"

Tonko voted to send $60.8 billion in military aid to Ukraine — affirming the use of American force projection abroad — while simultaneously voting to defund DHS, calling ICE 'terrorizing' and refusing to 'deliver another cent.' The contradiction is between robust support for national security spending abroad and…

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platform_vs_vote 30/100

Platform: "Tonko is rated 'Strongly against crypto' by Stand With Crypto based on 1 statement and 6 votes. He voted against FIT21 (the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act) in May 2024 — a landmark crypto…

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Tonko is rated 'Strongly against crypto' by Stand With Crypto based on 1 statement and 6 votes. He voted against FIT21 (the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act) in May 2024 — a landmark crypto market-structure bill that passed 279-136 with 71 Democratic votes including Nancy Pelosi. He also voted against the resolution to repeal SAB 121 and tweeted critically about Ross Ulbricht's pardon.

Vote: on "Tonko voted to provide $60.8 billion in Ukraine military and humanitarian aid (H.R. 8035) on April…"

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Tonko's anti-crypto voting record — opposing FIT21, SAB 121 repeal, and GENIUS Act — is consistent with his progressive regulatory philosophy but sits in tension with his otherwise pro-technology, pro-clean-energy brand. GE Aerospace, his top career donor ($96,718), operates in a sector increasingly exploring blockchain applications. Tonko's opposition to crypto is ideological rather than donor-driven, but positions him against an industry that 71 House Democrats voted to support.

same_source_inconsistency 30/100

Platform: "Tonko voted against the FY2024 NDAA on July 14, 2023 citing 'extreme, partisan issues that undermine national security, strip women in uniform of access to health care, and target LGBTQ+ servicemembers.' He also voted…

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Tonko voted against the FY2024 NDAA on July 14, 2023 citing 'extreme, partisan issues that undermine national security, strip women in uniform of access to health care, and target LGBTQ+ servicemembers.' He also voted against the final FY2025 NDAA in December 2024.

Vote: on "Tonko voted to provide $60.8 billion in Ukraine military and humanitarian aid (H.R. 8035) on April…"

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[auto-downgraded: both claims come from the same source host] Tonko voted against the FY2024 and FY2025 NDAAs citing LGBTQ+ and women's healthcare concerns, yet voted for Ukraine military aid — both are defense/security bills. His selective support reflects a willingness to fund foreign military operations while opposing domestic defense authorization, a distinction that draws attention to which national security priorities he endorses and which he rejects from his Energy & Commerce Committee position rather than a direct Armed Services role.

Last silence detection: Wed, 14 Oct 2026 00:34:39 GMT (via scheduled run)

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National Grid USA PAC, Johnson Controls Inc. Political Action Committee, Amrize North America Inc. Employees PAC (Aka Amrize Us Emplo, Public Service Enterprise Group Inc. Political Action Committee (Pegpac), Itc Holdings Corp. PAC (Itc PAC), Avangrid PAC, Aes Corporation Political Action Committee; The (amounts: $10,000 (2026), $8,000 (2024), $7,500 (2024), $9,500 (2024), $5,500 (2026), $10,000 (2026), $5,000 (2024)) — interest area: corporate pacs, industry unlisted

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Cap-PAC Separate Segregated Fund Of The National Community Action Foundation Inc, National Thoroughbred Racing Association PAC/Horse PAC, Alzheimer'S Impact Movement PAC, Psychology PAC Of American Psychological Association Services Inc. (amounts: $5,000…

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National Beer Wholesalers Association PAC (Nbwa PAC) Alcohol & tobacco $5,000 (2024)

Constellation Energy Corporation Employee Political Action Committee (Cepac) Oil, gas & mining $5,500 (2024)

Owens & Minor, Inc. Political Action Committee (Owens & Minor PAC) Health care & pharma $7,500 (2024)

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. PAC Health care & pharma $5,000 (2024)

Psychology PAC Of American Psychological Association Services Inc. Other / unclassified $7,500 (2026)

Aes Corporation Political Action Committee; The Corporate PACs, industry unlisted $5,000 (2024)

Alzheimer'S Impact Movement PAC Other / unclassified $7,500 (2026)

Cox Enterprises Inc. PAC Telecom & media $6,000 (2026)

Growth Energy - America'S Ethanol Supporters Oil, gas & mining $10,000 (2024)

Poet PAC Oil, gas & mining $5,000 (2026)

Teachers Insurance Annuity Association Of America PAC (Tiaa PAC) Labor unions $7,500 (2026)

Charter Communications Inc. PAC Telecom & media $5,000 (2026)

Solar Energy Industries Association PAC (Solarpac) Oil, gas & mining $6,000 (2024)

Avangrid PAC Corporate PACs, industry unlisted $10,000 (2026)

Itc Holdings Corp. PAC (Itc PAC) Corporate PACs, industry unlisted $5,500 (2026)

Topic	Priority	Alignment	Deviation
Government Integrity & Oversight	68	50	50
Housing Affordability & Rent Burden	70	55	45
Energy Costs & Ratepayer Protection	76	58	42
Immigration & Border Policy	55	60	40
Healthcare Access & Prescription Drug Costs	84	62	38
Social Security & Medicare Solvency	80	70	30
Jobs, Manufacturing & Economic Development	82	75	25
Veterans' Affairs & Benefits	72	80	20
Environmental Protection & Clean Energy	78	88	12
Education & Early Childhood	74	90	10
Water Resources & Infrastructure	65	92	8
Wildlife, Public Lands & Conservation	58	95	5

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No committee memberships recorded

Scoring Methodology

The Capture Risk Score is a composite 0–100 index measuring potential regulatory capture of elected officials. It is computed from seven weighted components:

Component	Weight	Signal
Contradiction Risk	30%	Stated positions contradicted by the record (recent findings boosted)
Donor Influence	20%	Distinct documented donors (FEC Schedule A PACs); inferred donors do not count
Connection Density	20%	Mapped relationships to lobbyists, contractors, interest groups; donor links excluded
Silence Risk	15%	Topics where donors have interests but the official is silent
Intelligence Volume	15%	Documented facts from verified sources
Constituency Deviation	0%	Shown, not weighted — a model estimate, not a record
Voting Misalignment	0%	Shown, not weighted — needs platform commitments almost nobody has; the roll-call record on /votes is the vote signal

Each component is the member's standing among all scored members of Congress, and the weighted sum is the overall score. Tiers are ranks: Critical is the top 5%, High the next 10%, Elevated the next 20%, Moderate the next 30%, and Low the rest.

Officials without at least 2 documented facts, 1 contradiction analysis, 1 voting record, or 1 constituency baseline are marked Insufficient Evidence and excluded from numeric ranking.

Contradiction findings from the last 180 days receive a recency boost. High-severity contradictions (score ≥ 70) receive additional weight.

Full methodology: /congress/methodology

[PUBLIC COST ESTIMATE]

Documented financial relationships span 0 money flow chains, while 10 elected officials hold documented connections.

$6.2BDonor Contributions

0Money Chains

0Traced Hops

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Calculation Methodology

Contract values are summed from documented money flow chains where this entity appears as a source or destination node. Amounts are drawn from USASpending.gov, FEC filings, SEC EDGAR, or LD-2 lobbying registrations.

Donor contributions aggregate documented amounts from the donor_interests table, sourced from FEC individual and PAC contribution filings.

Connected officials are elected officials in our database with a mapped relationship (lobbying, board membership, campaign contribution, etc.) to this entity.

Annualised flow represents the total documented dollar amount traced through money flow hops involving this entity. Where hop-level amounts are unavailable, the chain-level documented total is used as a conservative upper bound.

All figures are drawn from public filings. Estimates are conservative — undisclosed transactions, dark money, and vanish-point hops are excluded from totals. This is a minimum documented floor, not a ceiling.

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