John McCain

John McCain

12/16/2022, 9:56 PM

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John McCain is a retired United States Congressman for the state of Arizona. JOHN served as a Senator for the state of Arizona and served a total of 18 terms in congress.John McCain participated in over 167 voting sessions, sponsored over 2684 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 4636 individual bills.

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Stance on Important Issues

Economy

Conservative
John McCain supported free-market economic policies, advocated for tax cuts, and emphasized reducing government spending. He often focused on fiscal responsibility and reducing the national debt.

Agriculture

Conservative
McCain generally did not support subsidies for agricultural products, emphasizing free-market principles and reducing government intervention in agriculture.

Immigration

Centrist
McCain supported comprehensive immigration reform, including a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants, coupled with stronger border security measures.

Education

Conservative
He advocated for school choice and voucher programs to improve educational opportunities, while also supporting accountability measures for public schools.

Energy

Conservative
McCain supported increasing domestic energy production and favored nuclear energy expansion as part of a comprehensive energy strategy.

Climate change

Centrist
McCain acknowledged climate change as a significant issue, supporting cap-and-trade policies to reduce carbon emissions and promote environmental responsibility.

Healthcare

Conservative
McCain opposed the Affordable Care Act, supporting market-based reforms and competition to increase healthcare access and reduce costs.

Housing

Conservative
McCain focused on reducing regulation in the housing market and opposed federal intervention in mortgage lending, supporting private sector solutions instead.

Transportation

Conservative
He supported infrastructure improvements but emphasized reducing federal spending and enhancing the role of private investment in transportation projects.

Veterans affairs

Centrist
McCain prioritized improving veterans' healthcare services, increasing funding, and reforming the Department of Veterans Affairs to ensure better care for veterans.

Voting rights

Centrist
McCain supported the reauthorization of the Voting Rights Act and generally favored measures to ensure electoral integrity and access to voting.
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John McCain Latest Financials

John McCain 2016 Campaign Financials

During the 2016 election cycle, John McCain's raised over $10,323,214.81 in total contributions. The campaign spent over $13,353,390.26 during the 2016 election. JOHN's campaign spent $13,149,489.10 in operating expenses. John McCain reported $421,864.00 remaining in their fund after the election for future use.
Contributions$10,323,214.81
Contributions by Individuals$8,126,193.81
Contributions by Political Parties$2,197,021.00
Disbursements$13,353,390.26
Refunded Contributions$96,133.16
Remaining Cash on Hand$421,864.00

Super PAC Contributions to John McCain's 2016 Election

ARIZONA REPUBLICAN PARTY$230,000.00
The ARIZONA REPUBLICAN PARTY (Super PAC) spent $230,000.00, reported as MEDIA PLACEMENT/PRODUCTION (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to MENTZER MEDIA in support of John McCain's election run.
ARIZONA REPUBLICAN PARTY$247,500.00
The ARIZONA REPUBLICAN PARTY (Super PAC) spent $247,500.00, reported as MEDIA PLACEMENT/PRODUCTION (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to MENTZER MEDIA in support of John McCain's election run.
ARIZONA REPUBLICAN PARTY$230,000.00
The ARIZONA REPUBLICAN PARTY (Super PAC) spent $230,000.00, reported as MEDIA PLACEMENT/PRODUCTION (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to MENTZER MEDIA in support of John McCain's election run.
ARIZONA REPUBLICAN PARTY$247,500.00
The ARIZONA REPUBLICAN PARTY (Super PAC) spent $247,500.00, reported as MEDIA PLACEMENT/PRODUCTION (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to MENTZER MEDIA in support of John McCain's election run.
ARIZONA REPUBLICAN PARTY$2,200.00
The ARIZONA REPUBLICAN PARTY (Super PAC) spent $2,200.00, reported as SURVEY RESEARH (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to Y2 ANALYTICS in support of John McCain's election run.
$30,020.00
The (Super PAC) spent $30,020.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of John McCain's election run.
$3,449.00
The (Super PAC) spent $3,449.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of John McCain's election run.
$1,870.00
The (Super PAC) spent $1,870.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of John McCain's election run.
$20,456.00
The (Super PAC) spent $20,456.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of John McCain's election run.
$2,580.00
The (Super PAC) spent $2,580.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of John McCain's election run.
$16,805.00
The (Super PAC) spent $16,805.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of John McCain's election run.
$7,480.00
The (Super PAC) spent $7,480.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of John McCain's election run.
$10,000.00
The (Super PAC) spent $10,000.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of John McCain's election run.
$19,820.00
The (Super PAC) spent $19,820.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of John McCain's election run.
$8,110.00
The (Super PAC) spent $8,110.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of John McCain's election run.
$11,000.00
The (Super PAC) spent $11,000.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of John McCain's election run.
$42,570.00
The (Super PAC) spent $42,570.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of John McCain's election run.
$5,400.00
The (Super PAC) spent $5,400.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of John McCain's election run.
$5,552.00
The (Super PAC) spent $5,552.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of John McCain's election run.
$2,329.00
The (Super PAC) spent $2,329.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of John McCain's election run.
$3,327.00
The (Super PAC) spent $3,327.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of John McCain's election run.
$11,421.00
The (Super PAC) spent $11,421.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of John McCain's election run.
$39,870.00
The (Super PAC) spent $39,870.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of John McCain's election run.
$3,482.00
The (Super PAC) spent $3,482.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of John McCain's election run.
$31,900.00
The (Super PAC) spent $31,900.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of John McCain's election run.
$75.00
The (Super PAC) spent $75.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of John McCain's election run.
$3,392.00
The (Super PAC) spent $3,392.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of John McCain's election run.
$21,545.00
The (Super PAC) spent $21,545.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of John McCain's election run.
$75.00
The (Super PAC) spent $75.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of John McCain's election run.
$10,089.00
The (Super PAC) spent $10,089.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of John McCain's election run.
$191,448.00
The (Super PAC) spent $191,448.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of John McCain's election run.

Supporting and Opposing John McCain's 2016 Election

NATIONAL RIGHT TO LIFE COMMITTEE in support of$660.03
The NATIONAL RIGHT TO LIFE COMMITTEE Political Action Committee spent $660.03 in support of John McCain's 2010 election run.
NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS SAVE AMERICA'S FREE ENTERPRISE TRUST in support of$412.01
The NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS SAVE AMERICA'S FREE ENTERPRISE TRUST Political Action Committee spent $412.01 in support of John McCain's 2010 election run.
NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION (INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE ACTION) in support of$7,793.40
The NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION (INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE ACTION) Political Action Committee spent $7,793.40 in support of John McCain's 2010 election run.
NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS SAVE AMERICA'S FREE ENTERPRISE TRUST in opposition to$1,298.00
The NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS SAVE AMERICA'S FREE ENTERPRISE TRUST Political Action Committee spent $1,298.00 in opposition to John McCain's 2004 election run.
LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS INC in opposition to$39.00
The LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS INC Political Action Committee spent $39.00 in opposition to John McCain's 2004 election run.
NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS SAVE AMERICA'S FREE ENTERPRISE TRUST in support of$501.00
The NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS SAVE AMERICA'S FREE ENTERPRISE TRUST Political Action Committee spent $501.00 in support of John McCain's 1998 election run.
NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION (INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE ACTION) in support of$287.00
The NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION (INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE ACTION) Political Action Committee spent $287.00 in support of John McCain's 1998 election run.
WHOLESALER-DISTRIBUTORS PAC OF THE NATL ASSOCIATION OF WHOLESALER-DISTRIBUTORS in support of$113.00
The WHOLESALER-DISTRIBUTORS PAC OF THE NATL ASSOCIATION OF WHOLESALER-DISTRIBUTORS Political Action Committee spent $113.00 in support of John McCain's 1998 election run.
ZENECA INC in support of$23.00
The ZENECA INC Political Action Committee spent $23.00 in support of John McCain's 1998 election run.
AFL-CIO COPE POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS COMMITTEE in opposition to$144.00
The AFL-CIO COPE POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS COMMITTEE Political Action Committee spent $144.00 in opposition to John McCain's 1992 election run.
NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION (INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE ACTION) in support of$20,984.00
The NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION (INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE ACTION) Political Action Committee spent $20,984.00 in support of John McCain's 1992 election run.
ARIZONA GRASSROOTS ACTION PAC in support of$5,000.00
The ARIZONA GRASSROOTS ACTION PAC Political Action Committee spent $5,000.00 in support of John McCain's 2022 election run.
US CHAMBER OF COMMERCE in support of$350,150.00
The US CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Political Action Committee spent $350,150.00 in support of John McCain's 2016 election run.
SENATE CONSERVATIVES FUND in opposition to$5,000.00
The SENATE CONSERVATIVES FUND Political Action Committee spent $5,000.00 in opposition to John McCain's 2016 election run.
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR GUN RIGHTS INC PAC in opposition to$63,775.11
The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR GUN RIGHTS INC PAC Political Action Committee spent $63,775.11 in opposition to John McCain's 2016 election run.
SENATE MAJORITY PAC in opposition to$674.42
The SENATE MAJORITY PAC Political Action Committee spent $674.42 in opposition to John McCain's 2016 election run.
NATIONAL RIGHT TO LIFE VICTORY FUND in support of$91.42
The NATIONAL RIGHT TO LIFE VICTORY FUND Political Action Committee spent $91.42 in support of John McCain's 2016 election run.
AMERICAN UNITY PAC INC in support of$20,000.00
The AMERICAN UNITY PAC INC Political Action Committee spent $20,000.00 in support of John McCain's 2016 election run.
ARIZONA GRASSROOTS ACTION PAC in support of$1,303,834.21
The ARIZONA GRASSROOTS ACTION PAC Political Action Committee spent $1,303,834.21 in support of John McCain's 2016 election run.
RESTORE AMERICAN FREEDOM AND LIBERTY in opposition to$14,970.00
The RESTORE AMERICAN FREEDOM AND LIBERTY Political Action Committee spent $14,970.00 in opposition to John McCain's 2016 election run.
COURAGEOUS CONSERVATIVES PAC in opposition to$5,227.67
The COURAGEOUS CONSERVATIVES PAC Political Action Committee spent $5,227.67 in opposition to John McCain's 2016 election run.
USA BUSINESS FREEDOM PAC in support of$10,237.00
The USA BUSINESS FREEDOM PAC Political Action Committee spent $10,237.00 in support of John McCain's 2016 election run.
PEOPLE FOR THE AMERICAN WAY in opposition to$3,507.49
The PEOPLE FOR THE AMERICAN WAY Political Action Committee spent $3,507.49 in opposition to John McCain's 2016 election run.
NATIONAL RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE in support of$575.77
The NATIONAL RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE Political Action Committee spent $575.77 in support of John McCain's 2016 election run.
MOVEON.ORG POLITICAL ACTION in opposition to$1,916.50
The MOVEON.ORG POLITICAL ACTION Political Action Committee spent $1,916.50 in opposition to John McCain's 2016 election run.
AMERICANS FOR LEGAL IMMIGRATION PAC in opposition to$1,200.00
The AMERICANS FOR LEGAL IMMIGRATION PAC Political Action Committee spent $1,200.00 in opposition to John McCain's 2016 election run.
NATIONAL RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE in support of$365.63
The NATIONAL RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE Political Action Committee spent $365.63 in support of John McCain's 2010 election run.
NATIONAL TAXPAYERS UNION CAMPAIGN FUND in support of$4.57
The NATIONAL TAXPAYERS UNION CAMPAIGN FUND Political Action Committee spent $4.57 in support of John McCain's 2010 election run.
SWING THE VOTE in opposition to$5,058.44
The SWING THE VOTE Political Action Committee spent $5,058.44 in opposition to John McCain's 2010 election run.
NATIONAL RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE in opposition to$209.00
The NATIONAL RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE Political Action Committee spent $209.00 in opposition to John McCain's 1998 election run.
UNITED TRANSPORTATION UNION (UTU) TRANSPORTATION POLITICAL EDUCATION LEAGUE in opposition to$26.00
The UNITED TRANSPORTATION UNION (UTU) TRANSPORTATION POLITICAL EDUCATION LEAGUE Political Action Committee spent $26.00 in opposition to John McCain's 1998 election run.
TRANSPORTATION POLITICAL EDUCATION LEAGUE in opposition to$26.00
The TRANSPORTATION POLITICAL EDUCATION LEAGUE Political Action Committee spent $26.00 in opposition to John McCain's 1992 election run.
NATIONAL ABORTION RIGHTS ACTION LEAGUE - POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE NARAL-PAC in opposition to$189.00
The NATIONAL ABORTION RIGHTS ACTION LEAGUE - POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE NARAL-PAC Political Action Committee spent $189.00 in opposition to John McCain's 1992 election run.
NATIONAL RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE in opposition to$3,772.00
The NATIONAL RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE Political Action Committee spent $3,772.00 in opposition to John McCain's 1992 election run.
CONSERVATIVE REPUBLICAN COMMITTEE in opposition to$58.00
The CONSERVATIVE REPUBLICAN COMMITTEE Political Action Committee spent $58.00 in opposition to John McCain's 1992 election run.
AMERICAN CITIZENS FOR POLITICAL ACTION in opposition to$490.00
The AMERICAN CITIZENS FOR POLITICAL ACTION Political Action Committee spent $490.00 in opposition to John McCain's 1992 election run.

John McCain's Latest Votes

Congress 114 Vote 9 - To modify the funding provided for the Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy.
Amendment Agreed to (55-37)January 28, 2016
Congress 114 Vote 8 - To require the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a review and submit a report on energy production in the United States and the effects of crude oil exports.
Amendment Agreed to (62-29)January 28, 2016
Congress 114 Vote 75 - Zika response and preparedness.
Cloture Motion Agreed to (68-29, 3/5 majority required)May 17, 2016
Congress 114 Vote 53 - To provide for the establishment of free market enterprise zones in order to help facilitate the creation of new jobs, entrepreneurial opportunities, enhanced and renewed educational opprotunities, and increased community involvement in bankrupt or economically distressed areas.
Motion Rejected (33-64, 3/5 majority required)April 19, 2016
Congress 114 Vote 43 - To require the Federal Aviation Administration to establish minimum standards for space for passengers on passenger aircraft.
Amendment Rejected (42-54)April 7, 2016

Latest Bills

Stop Raising Prices on Food Act
Bill HR 2842April 26, 2025
Protecting Medical Research Funding Act
Bill HR 2855April 26, 2025
Youth Sports Facilities Act of 2025
Bill HR 2850April 26, 2025
Housing Supply Frameworks Act
Bill HR 2840April 26, 2025
Reconciliation in Place Names Act
Bill HR 2843April 26, 2025
Great Lakes and National Weather Service Funding Protection Act
Bill HR 2856April 26, 2025
Expanded Student Saver’s Tax Credit Act
Bill HR 2852April 26, 2025
Drain the Swamp Act
Bill HR 2857April 26, 2025
Stop Arctic Ocean Drilling Act of 2025
Bill HR 2848April 26, 2025
Michael Enzi Voluntary Protection Program Act
Bill HR 2844April 26, 2025
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017
Bill S 2943April 24, 2023
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017
Bill S 2814January 11, 2023
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016
Bill S 1376February 3, 2022
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016
Bill S 1118January 11, 2023
Bipartisan Patient Protection Act of 2001-Part II
Bill S 284January 16, 2023
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of a rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Carbon Pollution Emission Guidelines for Existing Stationary Sources: Electric Utility Generating Units".
Bill SJRES 24January 11, 2023
Toxic Exposure Research Act of 2015
Bill S 901January 11, 2023
Death Tax Repeal Act of 2015
Bill S 860January 11, 2023
Pilot's Bill of Rights 2
Bill S 571January 11, 2023
Privacy Notice Modernization Act of 2015
Bill S 423January 11, 2023