Shelley Moore Capito
Shelley Moore Capito is a prominent American politician serving as a Republican U.S. Senator from West Virginia since 2015. She is the first woman elected to the U.S. Senate from West Virginia and has previously served in the U.S. House of Representatives. Known for her focus on issues such as economic development, education, and infrastructure, Capito has played a significant role in bipartisan efforts to address various legislative challenges. Her leadership style is often characterized as collaborative and consultative, making her a respected figure within her party. Recently, she was mentioned in relation to her observations on Senate Majority Leader John Thune's effectiveness in navigating relationships within the Senate and with President Donald Trump.
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GOP Sen. Shelley Moore Capito countered Trump’s message on affordability, highlighting the struggles of people in her state.
Republicans worry Trump is missing the mark on affordability after Pennsylvania speech
United States· 2025-12-11
Sen. Shelley Moore Capito expressed her support for measures to end the flow of fentanyl into her state.
‘Kill drug dealers’: GOP backs Trump strikes as Democrats warn of war crimesUnited States· 2025-12-06
Senator Shelley Moore Capito also offered heartfelt reactions to the tragedy.
West Virginia officials slam Afghan withdrawal after DC National Guard shootingUnited States· 2025-11-28
Sen. Shelley Moore Capito stated that West Virginia will never forget Sarah Beckstrom's service.
Trump announces National Guard member Sarah Beckstrom died after DC shootingUnited States· 2025-11-28
Sen. Shelley Moore Capito confirmed she is not part of the decision-making process regarding federal cuts in her state.
‘The communication culture sucks:’ Republicans on Capitol Hill in the dark on Trump administration decisions during shutdownUnited States· 2025-10-16
West Virginia Senator Shelley Moore Capito has so far remained unbowed despite the potential impact on areas she represents like Martinsburg.
Rescuers search for missing in Mexico's flooded towns
United Kingdom· 2025-10-13
West Virginia Senator Shelley Moore Capito has so far remained unbowed despite the potential impact on areas she represents.
Trump says Ukraine may get Tomahawk missiles to use against RussiaUnited Kingdom· 2025-10-13
Shelley Moore Capito has voted with fellow Republicans to provide government funding without healthcare subsidies.
A town in Trump country where shutdown axe loomsUnited Kingdom· 2025-10-13
West Virginia Senator Shelley Moore Capito has so far remained unbowed despite the potential impact on areas she represents.
Mali imposes $10,000 visa bond on US visitors in reciprocal moveUnited Kingdom· 2025-10-13
Shelley Moore Capito discussed the need for negotiations to open the government.
‘SNL’ poked at Senate Judiciary Committee with some former cast membersUnited States· 2025-10-12
Sen. Shelley Moore Capito said her phones are lighting up regarding the memo.
Government shutdown drags on as both parties remain entrenched in standoffUnited States· 2025-10-08
Sen. Shelley Moore Capito of West Virginia said, 'I’d be checking for bugs is what I’d be checking for.'
Why Trump’s pledge to defend Qatar is so extraordinaryUnited States· 2025-10-01
Sen. Shelley Moore Capito discusses Republican efforts to reverse Biden-era electric vehicle mandates.
Over 312,000 Ford vehicles recalled for potential brake safety problemUnited States· 2025-08-02
Senator Shelley Moore Capito commented that Musk's influence is secondary to President Trump.
‘Abominação repugnante’: Musk critica projeto de lei de cortes de impostos e gastos de Trump
Liechtenstein· 2025-06-05
Sen. Shelley Moore Capito expressed concerns about Medicaid during roundtables with constituents in West Virginia.
Trump leans on GOP senators as they gear up to make changes to his domestic policy billUnited States· 2025-06-03
Shelley Moore Capito was mentioned as the chair of the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
EPA chief Zeldin clashes with Senate Democrats in heated budget hearingUnited States· 2025-05-21
The subcommittee chair, Republican West Virginia Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, asked Kennedy to 'hold back and let the senator ask the questions.'
Washington Democrat and HHS Secretary Kennedy trade barbs in hearingUnited States· 2025-05-20
Republican Senator Shelley Moore Capito said the White House has to 'look at the constitutionality' of the idea.
The jet Qatar wants to give to Trump? Probably not going to happen
Canada· 2025-05-15
West Virginia senator Shelley Moore Capito said bluntly she’d 'be checking for bugs'.
Donald Trump doubles down on luxury aircraft gift from Qatar | Donald TrumpUnited Kingdom· 2025-05-14
Senator Shelley Moore Capito stated she would be checking for bugs regarding the aircraft offer.
Chuck Schumer says he’ll obstruct Trump’s justice department picks over Qatar jet gift | Chuck SchumerUnited Kingdom· 2025-05-14
Shelley Moore Capito is a Republican senator who expressed concerns about the constitutional implications of the airplane gift.
el lujoso avión que Qatar le quiere regalar a Donald Trump y que ya le genera más de un dolor de cabeza
Argentina· 2025-05-14
Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-W.Va., who said she’d be concerned about possible spying devices installed on the plane.
Schumer is vowing to hold up Justice Department nominees for answers about luxury plane from QatarCanada· 2025-05-13
Sen. Shelley Moore Capito said Trump and the White House need to look at the constitutionality of the jet issue.
Schumer announces blanket hold on DOJ political nominees as he demands answers on Qatari planeUnited States· 2025-05-13
Sen. Shelley Moore Capito expressed misgivings about the Trump administration's plans to accept a luxury jet from the Qatari royal family.
Some GOP senators express misgivings over Qatari jet, while others dismiss concernsUnited States· 2025-05-13
Sen. Shelley Moore Capito lamented the 'very outdated' air traffic control system and spoke of the shortage of controllers.
Issues at Newark Liberty International Airport draw bipartisan congressional responseUnited States· 2025-05-07
Senator Shelley Moore Capito expresses concern for Americans relying on retirement accounts.
Много американци смятат действията на Тръмп в икономиката за твърде хаотични
Bulgaria· 2025-03-15Senator Shelley Moore Capito expresses concern for Americans relying on retirement accounts.
Много американци смятат действията на Тръмп в икономиката за твърде хаотичниBulgaria· 2025-03-13Shelley Moore Capito is a Republican senator who expressed concern about job losses in her state due to Musk's actions.
Elon Musk, una estrella del entorno de Donald Trump que comienza a causarle problemasArgentina· 2025-03-08
Senator Shelley Moore Capito of West Virginia warned that job losses could pose a risk for the GOP.
'Musk and billionaires have taken over': How Elon became a Republican headache and a Democratic weapon
India· 2025-03-08
Sen. Shelley Moore Capito criticized the execution of Musk’s directive.
‘They don’t know what they’re doing’: Senator Murray blasts Trump and Musk for federal job cutsIndia· 2025-02-27