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  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
February 13, 2021 at 12:06 AM

Weekly Newsletter

Dear West Virginian, This week, we made real progress on tackling some of the issues critical to our state. At a White House meeting with the president and a few of my Senate colleagues, I urged everyone to work together to rebuild and modernize…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
February 6, 2021 at 4:26 PM

Weekly Newsletter

Dear West Virginian, This week, I joined nine of my Senate Republican colleagues in offering a targeted COVID-19 relief proposal that people across our country urgently need. On Monday evening, we had the chance to discuss this in more detail wi…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
February 1, 2021 at 5:28 PM

Weekly Update

Dear West Virginian, Yesterday, I joined a group of my Republican colleagues in the Senate and wrote to President Joe Biden to propose an alternative COVID-19 relief proposal. Our proposal reflects many of the already stated priorities by the ad…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
January 9, 2021 at 12:01 AM

This Is Not Who We Are

Dear West Virginian, You’ve seen the photos on the news. You’ve watched the videos on social media. On Wednesday, while Congress tried to certify the results of the Electoral College, the United States Capitol was attacked and vandalized by rio…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
December 23, 2020 at 2:56 PM

Delivering for WV

Dear West Virginian, Ahead of the Christmas holiday, Congress accomplished a lot. Finally, after months of delay, Democrats have compromised on a coronavirus relief deal. On Tuesday evening, we passed this targeted COVID relief, which was incl…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
December 12, 2020 at 2:53 PM

Weekly Review

Dear West Virginian, On one hand, this week was really tough. West Virginia legend Chuck Yeager passed away. Loving husband and father John Gillenwater from Hurricane died after a chemical explosion in Kanawha County. Charleston Police Officer…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
December 4, 2020 at 11:06 PM

Thank you, Officer Johnson

Dear West Virginian, Our state has been devastated after learning that Charleston Police Officer Cassie Johnson was killed in the line of duty after responding to a parking violation. Police officers like Officer Johnson selflessly put their li…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
November 19, 2020 at 10:07 PM

Thankful.

  Dear West Virginian, As the holiday season approaches, I’ve been thinking a lot about our troops overseas and their families. Being away from family is always difficult, particularly during the holidays. This week, I spoke on the Senate floor…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
November 13, 2020 at 11:25 PM

Back to Work

Dear West Virginian, On Wednesday, we celebrated Veterans Day. As the daughter of a World War II veteran, I have a special appreciation for all who have served to protect our country and our values. From the Greatest Generation—like Woody Willi…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
October 30, 2020 at 10:21 PM

Justice Barrett, NASA, Broadband, and More

Dear West Virginian, On Monday, the Senate officially voted to confirm Judge Amy Coney Barrett as an associate justice on the United States Supreme Court. I was a proud “aye” vote for Judge Barrett, and I know she’ll be a tremendous jurist on t…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
October 24, 2020 at 2:47 PM

Court Packing?

Dear West Virginian, On Wednesday, Senate Republicans once again attempted to deliver targeted coronavirus relief to the American people. Unfortunately, Democrats once again blocked this effort. Had Wednesday’s motion passed, the Senate would ha…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
October 16, 2020 at 10:52 PM

Judge Barrett Hearings

Dear West Virginian, Like many of you, I spent a good deal of time watching the Senate Judiciary Committee hearings where committee members and the American people had the chance to hear directly from President Trump’s nominee to the Supreme Co…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
October 10, 2020 at 6:58 PM

GET IN THE (HYPER)LOOP

Dear West Virginian, Great news! On Thursday, I joined Governor Jim Justice and other officials to help announce that Virgin Hyperloop will be locating its Hyperloop Certification Center in Tucker and Grant counties.     What is Hyperloop? Hyper…
  Team Capito · [email protected]
October 9, 2020 at 12:45 PM

"Connected"

"Capito has spearheaded a movement..." Dear Friend, The pandemic raised the stakes in need for everyone to have high-speed internet. It is now vital for access to healthcare, ensuring our chil…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
October 2, 2020 at 8:27 PM

Judge Amy Coney Barrett

Dear West Virginian, I hope you’ll join me in praying for a full and speedy recovery for President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump after they announced they both tested positive for coronavirus. Please continue to take this virus s…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
September 25, 2020 at 10:18 PM

Thank You

Dear West Virginian, I was saddened to learn that U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg passed away this past week. As a strong and fearless female leader and dedicated public servant, Justice Ginsburg served our country with honor and …
  Team Capito · [email protected]
September 18, 2020 at 5:03 PM

"Job One"

Watch the first ad of the 2020 election. Dear Friend, We launched our first ad of the 2020 election today. “Job One" shares with voters Senator Shelley Moore Capito’s efforts to lead West Virg…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
September 11, 2020 at 11:42 PM

Have a Minute?

Dear West Virginian, I’ve been in touch daily with West Virginians that still need help due to the challenges presented by COVID-19. We had an opportunity to really deliver on this help this week. Unfortunately, the Senate failed. I am extremely…
  Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
August 8, 2020 at 5:25 PM

Victory 2020

Join me in supporting the Victory 2020 efforts so we can make sure Republican voters vote. DONATE TO VICTORY 2020 Friend, The Republican Party is growing into …
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
August 7, 2020 at 8:58 PM

This Week

Dear West Virginian, Negotiations continue on a coronavirus relief package. Republicans put forth a bill that would extend the $600 enhanced unemployment for another week while we continue to negotiate other issues. Democrats rejected this. The …
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
July 31, 2020 at 10:55 PM

Have a Minute?

Dear West Virginian, This week, Senate Republicans introduced the Health, Economic Assistance, Liability, and Schools (HEALS) Act, the next COVID-19 relief package. The bill will: Provide additional resources to fight the coronavirus and mit…
  Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
July 30, 2020 at 8:45 PM

Less Than 100 Days

We are preparing our media and ground game as voting will soon be under way. WEBSITE Friend, I hope you and your family are doing well during these unprecedent…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
July 27, 2020 at 8:55 PM

Back in Action

Dear West Virginian, Last week, the Senate passed the FY21 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Every year for the past 60 years, Congress has come together in bipartisan fashion and passed the NDAA. This level of unified support is w…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
July 2, 2020 at 10:34 PM

Supporting Our Troops

Dear West Virginian, This week, the Senate began considering the annual National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). This bipartisan legislation provides for our national defense, implements the National Defense Strategy, cares for our troops and …
  Darian Gist · [email protected]
June 30, 2020 at 4:40 PM

🚨 Time's Up 🚨

Time is running out to donate before the end of Q2. PLEASE DONATE Friend, Midnight tonight marks the end of our second quarter fundraising period. After that, …
  Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
June 29, 2020 at 4:10 PM

Important Deadline

Midnight June 30 is the close of our second quarter fundraising report. PLEASE DONATE Friend, With just four months until the November election, my campaign fa…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
June 26, 2020 at 11:01 PM

Weekly Recap

Dear West Virginian, I’ll be honest: This week was really frustrating. On Wednesday, the Senate voted to begin debate on the JUSTICE Act—common sense police reform legislation that I introduced with my friend and colleague Senator Tim Scott from…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
June 19, 2020 at 11:20 PM

Big Week for the Mountain State

Dear West Virginian, This week, I joined several of my colleagues to introduce police reform legislation called the JUSTICE Act. I was part of a small task force—led by Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
June 12, 2020 at 10:44 PM

This Week in Washington

Dear West Virginian, Following the wrongful killing of George Floyd, our country is bearing a lot of pain and frustration right now. Racial discrimination has absolutely no place in this country. We need to do our part to change these attitudes …
  Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
June 10, 2020 at 12:35 AM

Thank You!

It is the honor of my life to serve as your voice in the U.S. Senate. www.Capito2020.com Friend, It is the greatest honor of my life to be your voice in the Un…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
June 5, 2020 at 10:38 PM

In Case You Missed It

Dear West Virginian, This week, we’ve seen protests around the country and in towns across West Virginia after the death of George Floyd. Our country is bearing a lot of pain and frustration right now. I wholeheartedly support those exercising t…
  Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
June 5, 2020 at 8:16 PM

Primary Election

June 9 is Primary Election Day. Go Vote. Request a Yard Sign or Bumper Sticker Friend, We are just four days away from the June 9 Primary Election. If you have…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
May 29, 2020 at 11:12 PM

Did you see this?

Dear West Virginian, Our state has done a great job of flattening the curve. We’ve social distanced, stayed at home, worn masks, and washed our hands. As West Virginia continues to open up (and I sure am glad we are!), I think it’s important to …
  Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
May 27, 2020 at 12:15 PM

Early Voting

Early voting is underway in West Virginia. Get Yard Sign or Bumper Sticker Friend, It’s the privilege of my life to serve as your voice in the U.S. Senate. Six…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
May 22, 2020 at 9:55 PM

COVID Updates & More

Dear West Virginian, On Monday, we will observe Memorial Day. Many West Virginians, past and present, have answered this call of duty, and my thoughts are with the families of those who have given the ultimate sacrifice. As the daughter of a Wor…
  Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
May 18, 2020 at 8:05 PM

WV Strong

There is no playbook to run for reelection during a pandemic. Get Yard Sign or Bumper Sticker Friend, I hope you and your family are safe and well during this …
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
May 15, 2020 at 11:13 PM

The Latest

Dear West Virginian, Throughout this pandemic, we’ve seen so many people from all across this country stepping up in major ways: medical professionals, teachers, grocery store workers, Fed-Ex, UPS, and USPS workers, law enforcement, and more. I…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
May 8, 2020 at 10:20 PM

The Latest

Dear West Virginian, This week, the Senate was back in session, and we had a lot of work to complete. There are thousands of essential workers back home in West Virginia going to work every day to meet the challenges of this pandemic head-on, an…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
May 1, 2020 at 9:13 PM

COVID-19 Updates

Dear West Virginian, This week, Governor Jim Justice announced his plan to re-open the state. This is exactly the type of phased approach President Trump and medical experts like Dr. Birx and Dr. Fauci have been advising. I support the governor…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
April 25, 2020 at 1:50 AM

More Help Is On The Way!

Dear West Virginian, I’m glad to report that Congress is providing more relief for communities as we continue battling the coronavirus pandemic. Today, President Trump signed into law the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement A…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
April 18, 2020 at 1:55 AM

Latest COVID-19 Updates

Dear West Virginian, I hope you’re all staying safe and healthy. We are making progress, and I know we will get through this. A few days ago, President Trump asked me to be a part of his Congressional Economic Task Force. I am incredibly honore…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
April 10, 2020 at 10:58 PM

We Will Get Through This.

Hi there, Let me be honest. This week was tough. West Virginians are understandably anxious. There’s a lot going on. But, West Virginians are strong, we are resilient, and we will get through this. Social distancing has made a difference in our…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
April 4, 2020 at 2:14 AM

Getting Your COVID-19 Relief

Hi there, For the past two weeks, I’ve been hosting teletownhalls to hear directly from constituents while adhering to social distancing guidelines. I’ve heard from nurses, teachers, small business owners, retirees, and more on their individual …
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
March 30, 2020 at 7:57 PM

CARES Act

Congress acted to help hospitals, workers and employers. Dear Supporter, I hope you and your family are safe and well during this very difficult time. Please help slow the spread by s…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
March 27, 2020 at 11:34 PM

COVID-19 Updates

  Hi there, This week, the Senate finally passed the third coronavirus relief package, otherwise known as the CARES Act. By passing this legislation, the federal government is providing immediate emergency relief for all Americans and West Virgini…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
March 21, 2020 at 1:29 AM

What You Need to Know about COVID-19

Hi there, I made a new page on my website with information and resources to keep you up-to-date on the coronavirus situation as it continues to evolve. Check out that page here, and please share with friends so they can keep up with the latest. …
  Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
March 14, 2020 at 4:43 PM

Coronavirus

Now is a time to use good judgement and practice common sense. Visit our website  Friend, President Trump has declared a national emergency to address the coro…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
March 13, 2020 at 12:13 AM

Coronavirus Update

  Hi there, This week, the coronavirus or COVID-19 was classified officially as a pandemic. Here’s what you need to know: As of March 7, coronavirus testing can be conducted in-state by the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
March 7, 2020 at 3:30 PM

Did you see this?

  Hi there, On Thursday, the Senate approved an emergency supplemental funding package to help states treat, prevent, and prepare for the coronavirus. Our country is now even more prepared to limit the spread of the coronavirus, test those showing…
  Senator Shelley Moore Capito · [email protected]
February 29, 2020 at 4:01 PM

Weekly Recap

  Hi there, I first want to thank you for such an incredible time last week in West Virginia. During the Senate’s recess, I spent the week traveling all across our beautiful state: I brought the White House’s Office of National Drug Control Poli…