Roger Wicker

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Roger Wicker
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Republican Party

U.S. Senate Mississippi

Tenure

2007 - Present

Term ends

2025

Years in position

14

Prior offices
Mississippi State Senate
U.S. House of Representatives

Compensation

Base salary

$174,000

Net worth

(2012) $299,508

Elections and appointments
Last elected

November 6, 2018

Appointed

December 31, 2007

Education

High school

Ponotoc High School, Ponotoc, MS

Bachelor's

University of Mississippi

Law

University of Mississippi Law Center

Military

Service / branch

U.S. Air Force Reserve

Years of service

1976 - 2003

Personal
Religion
Christian: Baptist
Profession
Attorney
Contact

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Roger Wicker (Republican Party) is a member of the U.S. Senate from Mississippi. He assumed office on December 31, 2007. His current term ends on January 3, 2025.

Wicker (Republican Party) ran for re-election to the U.S. Senate to represent Mississippi. He won in the general election on November 6, 2018.

During the 116th Congress, Wicker was the highest ranking Republican member of the Senate Armed Services Committee.[1]

Prior to his service in the U.S. Senate, Wicker served seven terms, beginning in 1994, as a member of the United States House of Representatives representing Mississippi's 1st Congressional District. He also served in the Mississippi State Senate on behalf of Mississippi's Lee and Pontotoc Counties.[1]

Based on analysis of multiple outside rankings, Wicker is an average Republican member of Congress, meaning he will vote with the Republican Party on the majority of bills.

Biography

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Wicker was born in 1951 in Pontotoc, Miss., where he also attended high school. He earned his B.A. from the University of Mississippi in 1973 and his J.D. from the same institution in 1975. Prior to his political career, Wicker worked as an attorney.[2]

Career

Below is an abbreviated outline of Wicker's academic, professional, and political career:[2]

  • 2007-Present: U.S. Senator from Mississippi
  • 1995-2007: U.S. House of Representatives, Mississippi's 1st Congressional District
  • 1988-1994: Mississippi State Senate
  • 1984-1987: Public Defender, Lee County, MS
  • 1980-2003: United States Air Force Reserve
  • 1980-1982: Staff for United States Representative Trent Lott of Mississippi, House Committee on Rules
  • 1976-1980: Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps
  • 1973: Graduated from the University of Mississippi with a J.D.
  • 1969: Graduated from the University of Mississippi with a B.A.

Committee assignments

U.S. Senate

2021-2022

Wicker was assigned to the following committees:

2019-2020

Wicker was assigned to the following committees:

2017-2018

At the beginning of the 115th Congress, Wicker was assigned to the following committees:[3]

2015-2016

Wicker served on the following Senate committees:[4]

2013-2014

Wicker served on the following Senate committees:[5]

  • Armed Services Committee
    • Subcommittee on SeaPower
    • Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities
    • Subcommittee on Airland Ranking Member
  • Budget
  • Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee
    • Subcommittee on Surface Transportation and Merchant Marine Infrastructure, Safety, and Security
    • Subcommittee on Science and Space
    • Subcommittee on Oceans, Atmosphere, Fisheries, and Coast Guard
    • Subcommittee on Communications, Technology, and the Internet Ranking Member
    • Subcommittee on Aviation Operations, Safety, and Security
  • Environment and Public Works
    • Subcommittee on Transportation and Infrastructure
    • Subcommittee on Superfund, Toxics and Environmental Health
    • Subcommittee on Green Jobs and the New Economy Ranking Member
    • Subcommittee on Clean Air and Nuclear Safety
  • Joint Economic Committee

2011-2012

Wicker served on the following Senate committees[6]:

Key votes

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Key votes: 116th Congress, 2019-2020

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Key votes: 115th Congress, 2017-2018

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Key votes: Previous sessions of Congress

Issues

National security

Letter to Iran

On March 9, 2015, Senator Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) wrote a letter to Iran's leadership, warning them that signing a nuclear deal with the Obama administration without congressional approval was merely an "executive agreement." The letter also stated that "The next president could revoke such an executive agreement with the stroke of a pen and future Congresses could modify the terms of the agreement at any time." The letter was signed by 47 Republican members of the Senate. Wicker was one of the 47 who signed the letter. No Democrats signed it.[101]

The letter caused backlash from both the Obama administration and members of Congress.[102] Vice President Joe Biden said of the letter, "In thirty-six years in the United States Senate, I cannot recall another instance in which senators wrote directly to advise another country — much less a longtime foreign adversary — that the president does not have the constitutional authority to reach a meaningful understanding with them."[103]

Earmarks

A Washington Post investigation in February 2012 revealed that 33 members of Congress helped direct more than $300 million in earmarks to public projects in close proximity to commercial and residential real estate owned by the lawmakers or their family members.[104] According to the report, Wicker helped secure $1.5 million to study the relocation of railroad tracks at an intersection in downtown Tupelo, Miss. Wicker's home is less than a half-mile northwest of the intersection.[105]

Elections

2018

See also: United States Senate election in Mississippi, 2018

General election
General election for U.S. Senate Mississippi

Incumbent Roger Wicker defeated David Baria, Danny Bedwell, and Shawn O'Hara in the general election for U.S. Senate Mississippi on November 6, 2018.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔

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Roger Wicker (R)
 
58.5
 
547,619

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David Baria (D)
 
39.5
 
369,567

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Danny Bedwell (L)
 
1.4
 
12,981

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Shawn O'Hara (Reform Party)
 
0.6
 
6,048

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 936,215
(100.00% precincts reporting)

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Democratic primary runoff election
Democratic primary runoff for U.S. Senate Mississippi

David Baria defeated Howard Sherman in the Democratic primary runoff for U.S. Senate Mississippi on June 26, 2018.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔

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David Baria
 
58.6
 
44,156

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Howard Sherman
 
41.4
 
31,149

There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified.

Total votes: 75,305

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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. Senate Mississippi

The following candidates ran in the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate Mississippi on June 5, 2018.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔

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Howard Sherman
 
31.8
 
27,957
✔

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David Baria
 
31.0
 
27,244

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Omeria Scott
 
24.2
 
21,278

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Victor Maurice Jr.
 
5.0
 
4,361

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Jerone Garland
 
4.9
 
4,266

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Jensen Bohren
 
3.2
 
2,825

There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified.

Total votes: 87,931

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Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. Senate Mississippi

Incumbent Roger Wicker defeated Richard Boyanton in the Republican primary for U.S. Senate Mississippi on June 5, 2018.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔

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Roger Wicker
 
82.8
 
130,118

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Richard Boyanton
 
17.2
 
27,052

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified.

Total votes: 157,170

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Endorsements

Polls

United States Senate election in Mississippi, Republican primary
Poll Chris McDaniel Roger WickerUndecidedMargin of ErrorSample Size
Mason Dixon
December 13-15, 2017		 33%49%18%+/-5.0400
Public Opinion Strategies for Wicker
April 22–25, 2017		 30%55%14%+/-4.2500
Note: A "0%" finding means the candidate was not a part of the poll. The polls above may not reflect all polls that have been conducted in this race. Those displayed are a random sampling chosen by Ballotpedia staff. If you would like to nominate another poll for inclusion in the table, send an email to editor@ballotpedia.org

2012

See also: United States Senate elections in Mississippi, 2012

Wicker won re-election in 2012.[106] He defeated E. Allen Hathcock and Robert Maloney in the primary on March 13, 2012. He defeated Albert N. Gore, Thomas Cramer and Shawn O'Hara in the November 6 general election.[107][108]

U.S. Senate, Mississippi General Election, 2012
Party Candidate Vote % Votes
     Republican Green check mark transparent.pngRoger Wicker 57.2% 709,626
     Democratic Albert N. Gore, Jr. 40.6% 503,467
     Constitution Thomas Cramer 1.2% 15,281
     Reform Shawn O'Hara 1.1% 13,194
Total Votes 1,241,568
Source: Mississippi Secretary of State "Official Election Results, 2012 General Election"
U.S. Senate-Mississippi Republican Primary, 2012
Candidate Vote % Votes
Green check mark transparent.pngRoger Wicker Incumbent 89.2% 254,669
E. Allen Hathcock 4.2% 12,094
Robert Maloney 6.6% 18,822
Total Votes 285,585

Full history


Campaign themes

2018

Campaign website

Wicker’s campaign website stated the following:

“

Stopping Illegal Immigration and Protecting the Border

I oppose amnesty for illegal immigrants, and I believe the first step toward solving the illegal immigration problem is securing our borders. I support President Trump’s efforts to secure our border, and I support hiring more border patrol agents and increased use of technology to help stop or catch illegal immigrants. I also support stiffening penalties on employers who knowingly employ illegals.

I strongly oppose so-called “sanctuary cities,” which seek to defy immigration law and provide harbor for illegals. During the past two Congresses, I have supported legislation to withhold federal funds from these sanctuary cities. Furthermore, I have supported legislation to detain those who engage in criminal activity while unlawfully residing in the United States.

Reducing Burdensome Taxes

Most Americans are now feeling the impact of this tax law with bigger paychecks. The new federal withholding guidelines based on the law’s lower tax rates took effect in February, and the Treasury Department has estimated 90 percent of U.S. workers will now bring home more money rather than sending it to Uncle Sam.

In fact, according to the Tax Foundation, an average family making the median income in Mississippi could keep hundreds of dollars more this year thanks to these tax reforms.

On the business side, we’ve seen more than 500 companies using the tax savings to benefit employees, with about four million Americans slated to receive bonuses. I will work with President Trump to seek even more ways to reduce America’s tax burden and put money back into the pockets of those who actually create jobs and economic growth, rather than the government.

Military Past and Present

As a former Lt. Colonel and retired Air Force Reservist, Roger has long been at the forefront of military and veterans’ issues. Roger vigorously supports the rebuilding of America’s military, and he led passage of a proposal, signed by President Trump this year, that ensures America’s Navy has no less than 355 ships. Roger is working to make sure Mississippi’s military communities and defense contractors continue playing a vital role in America’s defense. For our former service members, he is committed to making the VA more responsive and accessible giving our vets more healthcare choices that are closer to home.

Fighting Disease

Spurred by a Mississippi child’s battle with the disease, I authored the original “Muscular Dystrophy Community Assistance, Research and Education (MD-CARE) Act,” which was designed to focus more federal resources toward curing muscular dystrophy. Prior to this act, no legislation had specifically addressed Duchenne muscular dystrophy, which is the most common fatal genetic disorder diagnosed in childhood.

Since this act was signed, federal research has paved the way for groundbreaking therapies, extending lives of muscular dystrophy patients by an average of 12 years, and significantly improving their quality of life. Some of these children are now even going to college, getting married and having children of their own.

Furthermore, I believe curing Alzheimer’s disease is our charge for the 21st Century. I authored the “EUREKA Act,” which stands for “Ensuring Useful Research Expenditures is Key for Alzheimer’s.”

The legislation established prize competitions for major research breakthroughs, which demonstrate success. EUREKA runs parallel to federal research, encouraging public-private partnerships and putting together the best minds for research.

Protecting Gun Rights

During my time in Congress, I have cosponsored several bills designed to strengthen and preserve the 2nd Amendment. I support the sensible measures upholding the right of veterans to own firearms and to expand the reciprocity of concealed-carry gun laws across state lines. I oppose universal background checks, and I have voted against measures to expand background checks for firearm sales at gun shows and on the Internet. We should focus on strengthening our mental health services and the enforcement of existing laws before creating more regulatory burdens that would diminish our Constitutional rights.

Rebuilding our Military

Having served in the U.S. Air Force and being a retired Air Force Reserve Lt. Colonel, I am committed to America’s men and women in uniform, and to Mississippi’s numerous military communities and the bases and defense contractors who play such a vital role in securing America.

Preserving Social Security

Some people these days like to call Social Security an entitlement like Medicaid or other social welfare programs. Social Security is not an entitlement. Working Americans paid into the Social Security trust fund, with the expectation that they would receive their money back from that fund upon retirement.

Yet, over the years the federal government has raided the Social Security Trust Fund and used it as a piggy bank for all sorts of things unrelated to Americans’ retirement. As a result, the Social Security Program is now on a path leading to insolvency. Without action, Social Security may not be there for our children and grandchildren.

Current retirees and workers in their forties, fifties and sixties will receive 100% of promised benefits. However, reforms are needed to preserve the system for future generations.

We can do this. In 1981 President Reagan and Speaker “Tip” O’Neill came to a bipartisan solution that involved acceptable changes for younger workers that strengthened the Social Security system. A similar effort geared toward workers in their twenties and thirties must take place today, and I am committed to helping this conversation move forward.

Reforming Healthcare

Those of us who voted against Obamacare in 2010 have fought for years to find solutions that actually address the healthcare problems Americans face. That means lower costs, tax relief, more choices, competition and access to affordable care. Moving to a single-payer system, as many liberals would clearly like to see, would be a worst-case scenario, essentially a government-run healthcare system. Government administrated healthcare is NOT the solution.

I believe the solution lies in allowing states to experiment with their own plans giving each state an opportunity to enact initiatives that work best within their markets. I have voted at every opportunity to repeal Obamacare and replace it with market-driven solutions, such as the Graham-Cassidy proposal, which would have been a step in the right direction. However, clearly, the fight to fully repeal and replace Obamacare with something much better is still unfolding. As your Senator, I will remain committed to securing a healthcare solution that puts more power in the hands of patients and providers, not the government.

Fighting Terrorism

Radical Islamic terrorism continues to pose a direct threat to America and global stability. Under President Trump, our military and security forces have made great strides eliminating threats from the Islamic State. Yet, we must continue fighting and remain vigilant until these threats are defeated and eliminated.

To achieve this, America must remain committed to confronting and defeating terrorists in their backyard. We must also fight them by dismantling their financial networks and denying them safe harbor.

Supporting Economic Growth and Jobs

Throughout my public service, I have consistently voted for market-driven policies aimed at growing the economy and creating jobs, like the historic “Tax Cuts and Jobs Act” which has provided Americans with tax reform not seen since the days of President Reagan. I fully support President Trump’s efforts to eliminate burdensome regulations, cut taxes and simplify our tax laws. In addition to tax reform, the Republican-led Congress has overturned no less than 16 Obama-era regulations though the “Congressional Review Act.”

America’s economy is virtually unbeatable during times when we empower businesses and taxpayers by allowing them to keep more of their hard-earned money. After years of weak economic growth, particularly under President Obama, we’re seeing a dramatic resurgence of the American economy under President Trump.

To keep America’s economy growing, I believe we must continue seeking ways to further simplify our tax code and look for ways to get more money out of Washington and into the hands of the people and businesses who actually create jobs.

We must also expand educational offerings, primarily through workforce development programs. This will ensure our nation, and our state, maintains a workforce that is best suited for the job market’s ever-changing demands and opportunities.

Workers in Mississippi, and throughout America, have proven time and again that they are among the world’s best, more than capable of keeping America the global economic leader. As more and more companies at home and abroad look to expand, I will work to ensure our nation and our state remains a destination for new jobs and economic growth.

Putting America First

Like President Trump, I believe we can confront difficult global challenges without losing sight of our need to put America’s interests first. Whether regarding issues of potential military threats or economic ones, we must clearly define and declare America’s interests and ensure they are protected.

Opposing Abortion

As an elected official, I have a 30-year record of staunchly upholding the sanctity of life and the idea that life begins at conception. My 100% pro-life record in the Senate, U.S. House and State Legislature speaks for itself.

Protecting Faith and Religious Freedom

Since third grade, when I made my profession of faith in Jesus Christ, I have been a Christian. As a Baptist, I have remained active in various Baptist churches in the communities where I have lived throughout my life, including First Baptist Church of Tupelo, Mississippi. Here I have served as a Sunday School teacher, Chairman of Deacons and member of our church choir.

I know most Mississippians share a strong and similar commitment to their faith, family and the sanctity of life. For me, it was a great honor last year to be a recipient of the “True Blue” award from the Family Research Council for my efforts in support of pro-family and pro-life causes. I will continue practicing and promoting values that the overwhelming majority of Mississippians cherish.

Yet, in Washington faith and religious freedom are often under assault. I have worked to counter this by sponsoring legislation to preserve and promote religious expression, including a measure protecting military chaplains from being forced to perform same-sex marriages. I’ve also worked to keep so-called “atheist” ministers out of the Chaplain Corps. Most recently, I’ve led successful efforts to ensure our national motto “In God We Trust,” remains prominently displayed on our coinage.[117]

”
—Roger Wicker’s campaign website (2018)[118]

Presidential preference

2020

See also: Presidential election in Mississippi, 2020 and Republican National Convention, 2020

Wicker supported Donald Trump (R) in the 2020 presidential election.[119]

2016

See also: Presidential election in Mississippi, 2016 and Republican National Convention, 2016

Wicker supported Donald Trump (R) in the 2016 presidential election.[120]

Campaign donors


Comprehensive donor history

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Roger Wicker campaign contribution history
Year Office Result Contributions
2018 U.S. Senate Mississippi  ✔ $6,122,200
2008 U.S. Senate (Mississippi)  ✔ $5,969,342
2006 U.S. House of Representatives (Mississippi District 1)  ✔ $845,748
2004 U.S. House of Representatives (Mississippi District 1)  ✔ $547,547
2002 U.S. House of Representatives (Mississippi District 1)  ✔ $434,991
2000 U.S. House of Representatives (Mississippi District 1)  ✔ $658,472
Grand total raised $14,578,300

Source: Follow the Money

2018

U.S. Senate Mississippi 2018 election - Campaign Contributions
Top industry contributors to Roger Wicker's campaign in 2018
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate $483,605.00
Communications & Electronics $325,200.00
Energy & Natural Resources $302,965.00
General Business $266,450.00
Lawyers & Lobbyists $262,045.00
Total Raised in 2018 $6,122,200.13
Source: Follow the Money




2012

Wicker won election to the U.S. Senate in 2012. During that election cycle, Wicker's campaign committee raised a total of $10,415,146 and spent $8,646,288 .[121]

Cost per vote

Wicker spent $12.18 per vote received in 2012.

2008

Wicker won election to the U.S. Senate in 2008. During that election cycle, Wicker's campaign committee raised a total of $5,969,342 and spent $6,443,122.[122]


Personal Gain Index

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See also: Personal Gain Index (U.S. Congress)

The Personal Gain Index (U.S. Congress) is a two-part measurement that illustrates the extent to which members of the U.S. Congress have prospered during their tenure as public servants.
It consists of two different metrics:

PGI: Change in net worth

See also: Changes in Net Worth of U.S. Senators and Representatives (Personal Gain Index) and Net worth of United States Senators and Representatives
Net Worth Metric graphic.png

Based on congressional financial disclosure forms and calculations made available by OpenSecrets.org, Wicker's net worth as of 2012 was estimated between $84,018 and $1,236,999. That averages to $660,508.50, which is lower than the average net worth of Republican senators in 2012 of $6,956,438.47. Wicker ranked as the 76th most wealthy senator in 2012.[123] Between 2004 and 2012, Wicker's calculated net worth[124] increased by an average of 12 percent per year. Between 2004 and 2012, the average annual percentage increase for a member of Congress was 15.4 percent.[125]

Roger Wicker Yearly Net Worth
YearAverage Net Worth
2004$342,756
2012$660,508
Growth from 2004 to 2012:93%
Average annual growth:12%[126]
Comparatively, the American citizen experienced a median yearly decline in net worth of -0.94%.[127]

The data used to calculate changes in net worth may include changes resulting from assets gained through marriage, inheritance, changes in family estates and/or trusts, changes in family business ownership, and many other variables unrelated to a member's behavior in Congress.

PGI: Donation Concentration Metric

See also: The Donation Concentration Metric (U.S. Congress Personal Gain Index)

Filings required by the Federal Election Commission report on the industries that give to each candidate. Using campaign filings and information calculated by OpenSecrets.org, Ballotpedia calculated the percentage of donations by industry received by each incumbent over the course of his or her career (or 1989 and later, if elected prior to 1988). Wicker received the most donations from individuals and PACs employed by the Health Professionals industry.

From 1993-2014, 22.28 percent of Wicker's career contributions came from the top five industries as listed below.[128]

Donation Concentration Metric graphic.png
Roger Wicker Campaign Contributions
Total Raised $14,828,629
Total Spent $12,684,979
Top five industries that contributed to campaign committee
Health Professionals$829,813
Lawyers/Law Firms$736,320
Oil & Gas$650,376
Leadership PACs$582,977
Lobbyists$504,289
% total in top industry5.6%
% total in top two industries10.56%
% total in top five industries22.28%

Analysis

Ideology and leadership

See also: GovTrack's Political Spectrum & Legislative Leadership ranking

Based on an analysis of bill sponsorship by GovTrack, Wicker was a rank-and-file Republican as of July 2014.[129] Wicker was rated as a "far-right Republican leader" in June 2013.

Like-minded colleagues

The website OpenCongress tracks the voting records of each member to determine with whom he or she votes most and least often. The results include a member from each party.[130]

Wicker most often votes with:

Wicker least often votes with:


Lifetime voting record

See also: Lifetime voting records of United States Senators and Representatives

According to the website GovTrack, Wicker missed 53 of 2,323 roll call votes from January 2008 to September 2015. This amounts to 2.3 percent, which is worse than the median of 1.6 percent among current senators as of September 2015.[131]

Congressional staff salaries

See also: Staff salaries of United States Senators and Representatives

The website Legistorm compiles staff salary information for members of Congress. Wicker paid his congressional staff a total of $2,745,264 in 2011. He ranked 6th on the list of the lowest paid Republican senatorial staff salaries and ranked 27th overall of the lowest paid senatorial staff salaries in 2011. Overall, Mississippi ranked 19th in average salary for senatorial staff. The average U.S. Senate congressional staff was paid $2,529,141.70 in fiscal year 2011.[132]

National Journal vote ratings

See also: National Journal vote ratings

Each year National Journal publishes an analysis of how liberally or conservatively each member of Congress voted in the previous year. Click the link above for the full ratings of all members of Congress.

2013

Wicker ranked 33rd in the conservative rankings in 2013.[133]

2012

Wicker ranked 34th in the conservative rankings in 2012.[134]

2011

Wicker ranked 34th in the conservative rankings in 2011.[135]

Voting with party

The website OpenCongress tracks how often members of Congress vote with the majority of the chamber caucus.

2014

Wicker voted with the Republican Party 84.6 percent of the time, which ranked 32nd among the 45 Senate Republican members as of July 2014.[136]

2013

Roger Wicker voted with the Republican Party 83.8 percent of the time, which ranked 34th among the 46 Senate Republican members as of June 2013.[137]

Noteworthy events

Tested positive for coronavirus on August 19, 2021

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On August 19, 2021, Philip Waller, Wicker's communications director, issued a statement saying Wicker tested positive for COVID-19. He said Wicker was fully vaccinated.[138]

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    Footnotes

    1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Roger Wicker United States Senator for Mississippi, "Biography," accessed February 1, 2019
    2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 Biographical Guide to Members of Congress, "Roger F. Wicker," accessed November 5, 2011
    3. ↑ United States Senate, "Committee Assignments of the 115th Congress," accessed January 19, 2017
    4. ↑ United States Senate, "Committee Assignments," accessed February 4, 2015
    5. ↑ Congressional Quarterly, "Senate Committee List," accessed January 22, 2013
    6. ↑ U.S. Senate Official Website, "Committee Assignments," accessed November 5, 2011
    7. ↑ Senate.gov, "On the Motion (Motion to Concur in the House Amendment with an Amendment)," December 18, 2018
    8. ↑ Senate.gov, "On the Conference Report (Conference Report to Accompany H.R. 2)," December 11, 2018
    9. ↑ Senate.gov, "On the Nomination (Confirmation Brett M. Kavanaugh, of Maryland, to be an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States)," October 6, 2018
    10. ↑ Senate.gov, "On the Cloture Motion (Motion to Invoke Cloture Re: Brett M. Kavanaugh to be an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States)," October 5, 2018
    11. ↑ Senate.gov, "On Passage of the Bill (H.R. 2, As Amended)," June 28, 2018
    12. ↑ Senate.gov, "On the Cloture Motion (Motion to Invoke Cloture on Amdt. No. 1959)," February 15, 2018
    13. ↑ Senate.gov, "On the Cloture Motion (Motion to Invoke Cloture on Amdt. No. 1958 As Modified)," February 15, 2018
    14. ↑ Senate.gov, "On the Cloture Motion (Motion to Invoke Cloture on Amdt. No. 1948)," February 15, 2018
    15. ↑ Senate.gov, "On the Cloture Motion (Motion to Invoke Cloture on Amdt. No. 1955)," February 15, 2018
    16. ↑ Senate.gov, "On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed (Motion to Invoke Cloture on the Motion to Proceed to the Consideration of S. 2311)," January 29, 2018
    17. ↑ Senate.gov, "On the Amendment (McConnell Amdt. No. 667)," July 28, 2017
    18. ↑ Senate.gov, "On the Amendment (Paul Amdt. No. 271 )," July 26, 2017
    19. ↑ Senate.gov, "On the Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Amdt. No. 270)," July 25, 2017
    20. ↑ Senate.gov, "On the Motion to Proceed (Motion to Proceed to H.R. 1628)," July 25, 2017
    21. ↑ U.S. Senate, "On the Nomination (Confirmation: Neil M. Gorsuch, of Colorado, to be an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States)," April 7, 2017
    22. ↑ U.S. Senate, "On the Cloture Motion (Upon Reconsideration, Motion to Invoke Cloture on the Nomination of Neil M. Gorsuch of Colorado, to be an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States)," April 6, 2017
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    90. ↑ Breitbart, "AWOL: Meet the GOP senators who refused to stand with Rand," March 7, 2013
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    92. ↑ Politico, "Rand Paul pulls plug on nearly 13-hour filibuster," March 7, 2017
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    102. ↑ Politico, "Iran letter blowback startles GOP," March 12, 2015
    103. ↑ Fox News, "Firestorm erupts over GOP letter challenging Obama's power to approve Iran nuclear deal," March 10, 2015
    104. ↑ Washington Post, "Congressional earmarks sometimes used to fund projects near lawmakers' properties," February 6, 2012
    105. ↑ Washington Post, "Mapping the earmarks," February 6, 2012
    106. ↑ Politico, "2012 Election Map, Mississippi"
    107. ↑ Daily Journal, "Wicker, Nunnelee sign up for re-election campaigns" accessed January 13, 2012
    108. ↑ Mississippi Secretary of State "2012 Primary Results"
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    110. ↑ U.S. Congress House Clerk, "Statistics of the Congressional Election of November 7, 2006," accessed March 28, 2013
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    116. ↑ U.S. Congress House Clerk, "Statistics of the Congressional Election of November 8, 1994," accessed March 28, 2013
    117. ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
    118. ↑ Roger Wicker's campaign website, "Issues," accessed October 19, 2018
    119. ↑ Y'all Politics , "Trump campaign and RNC announce Mississippi team," October 7, 2019
    120. ↑ Clarion Ledger , "Mississippi GOP members of Congress backing Trump," May 4, 2016
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    124. ↑ This figure represents the average annual percentage growth from either 2004 (if the member entered office in 2004 or earlier) or their first year in office (as noted in the chart below) to 2012, divided by the number of years calculated.
    125. ↑ This number was found by dividing each member's total net worth growth percentage by the number of years included in the calculation.
    126. ↑ This figure represents the total percentage growth divided by the number of years for which there are net worth figures for each member.
    127. ↑ This figure was calculated using median asset data from the Census Bureau. Please see the Congressional Net Worth data for Ballotpedia spreadsheet for more information on this calculation.
    128. ↑ OpenSecrets.org, "Sen. Roger Wicker," accessed September 17, 2014
    129. ↑ GovTrack, "Roger Wicker," accessed July 21, 2014
    130. ↑ OpenCongress, "Roger Wicker," archived March 5, 2016
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    132. ↑ LegiStorm, "Roger Wicker"
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    134. ↑ National Journal, "TABLE: House Liberal Scores by Issue Area," accessed February 26, 2013
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    138. ↑ United States Senator for Mississippi Roger Wicker, "Wicker Office Statement on COVID-19 Diagnosis," August 19, 2021

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