Ben Cline.
American politician in Virginia (born 1972)
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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Ben Cline held a campaign forum in Harrisonburg as he competes against Beth Macy in a congressional race.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Ben Cline has been serving in Richmond for 32 years.Some support1 report
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Beth Macy and Ben Cline are contesting the Sixth Congressional District seat.Well supported8 reports1 development inside
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Ben Cline criticized Beth Macy's support for universal health care.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Primary care facilities in Buena Vista and Churchville have closed, following legislative action supported by Ben Cline.Some support1 report
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Beth Macy challenged Ben Cline ahead of the November vote, focusing her campaign efforts on issues within Loudon County.Some support2 reports
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In the ongoing political contest between the two candidates, Beth Macy is currently leading Ben Cline in the fundraising race.Some support1 report1 development inside
One to three months ago
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Amidst the ongoing situation involving the Qatari jet, Beth Macy criticized Donald Trump regarding his economic priorities and actions.Some support2 reports
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Ben Cline faced criticism regarding policy failures attributed to his representation of the organization during a time when Buena Vista was active.Some support1 report
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Analysts are monitoring the viability of the 6th Congressional District race and a U.S. Senate seat contest.Well supported5 reports6 developments inside
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Candidates Beth Macy and Ben Cline are engaged in a political debate cycle following new SBFA rules.Some support1 report
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Plans for a land trade to facilitate road development in Yosemite National Park are being debated.Some support3 reports
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Ben Cline addressed a crowd in Frederick County, where both he and Beth Macy are candidates in the 6th District.Some support1 report
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Ben Cline related his political stance to heat data tracked by NOAA.Some support1 report
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Donald Trump and Ben Cline are discussing issues related to their political base, specifically supporting family farms in Page County.Some support1 report
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Beth Macy challenged Ben Cline in political debates on August 18, 2026.Some support2 reports
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Congressional efforts are underway to pass new measures related to election integrity.Well supported3 reports
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Ben Cline proposed bills in Congress concerning civil rights and membership on July 23, 2026.Some support3 reports
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Grassley introduced legislation to increase debt limits, and Cline introduced companion legislation for the House.Well supported5 reports
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Donald Trump and Ben Cline discussed on August 4th how the Iran war is contributing to rising gas and diesel prices, questioning future partnerships.Some support1 report
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G. Elliott Morris forecasts the continued electoral viability of Ben Cline and the potential success of Rob Wittman.Some support1 report
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Ben Cline used FOX News Digital to defend against political attacks and push political narratives, involving Donald Trump.Some support2 reports
Gone quiet
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Ben Cline is involved in a re-election rivalry in Virginia, where discussions included potential US-Iran deals.Well supported4 reports3 developments inside
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Beth Macy is facing a challenge from Democrat Beth Macy.Well supported4 reports
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Campaign finance reports are being tracked by the FEC regarding Virginia's major donor base.Some support1 report
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Presidential actions are cited as contributing to current health insurance issues involving Virginia.Some support2 reports
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Ben Cline has been appointed to a leadership role within the Oregon Department of Forestry.Some support2 reports
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Ben Cline urged the Federal Trade Commission to investigate deceptive practices, and the FTC Chair received his letter.Well supported3 reports
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Ben Cline was nominated to the United States Air Force Academy on May 27, 2026, with plans to major in biology and pursue a pre-health track.Some support1 report
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Around Ben Cline this week
News at the entities that move Ben Cline most-
Beth Macy OperationalFour Congressional District races are underway, including Perriello vs McGuire (5th), Taylor vs Wittman (1st), Luria vs Kiggans (2nd), and Macy vs Cline (6th).Moves Ben Cline
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senate StructuralVolodymyr Zelenskyy met with Senate members on August 27, 2026, to discuss strategy in the war against Russia.Moves Ben Cline
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Congress OperationalCongress added carveouts for Social Security, while Annie Lowrey wrote about bureaucracy in Atlantic.Moves Ben Cline
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Federal Election Commission StructuralThe FEC regulates federal elections, differing from state laws, while out-of-state circulators gather signatures for parties.Moves Ben Cline
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National Rifle Association OperationalThe Supreme Court reviewed platform moderation laws passed by Texas and Florida, and ruled on threats against the NRA.Moves Ben Cline
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Donald Trump OperationalA political party has threatened legal action against the Trump family.Moves Ben Cline
Connections
The 40 strongest of 54, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Beth Macy Operational
Beth Macy and Ben Cline are engaged in an active electoral rivalry for the 6th Congressional District seat.
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Oregon Department of Forestry Structural
Ben Cline holds the functional role of Section Chief for ODF Field Operations.
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senate Structural
Ben Cline is a member of the Senate and participates in legislative processes.
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House Operational
A is the sponsor of anti-piracy legislation in the House, concerning B.
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Congress Operational
The individual serves as a member of the institution, proposing legislative bills concerning civil rights and membership.
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Donald Trump Operational
The entities engage in a dynamic political relationship characterized by both policy alignment and direct opposition.
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United States Congress Operational
A and B actively co-sponsored the specific piece of legislation known as the No PLA Employees Act.
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Abigail Spanberger Operational
Cline has taken specific legislative and public actions to counteract Spanberger's political cooperation limits and stated positions.
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Pax Operational
Ben Cline is targeting Pax regarding hardware restrictions.
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Federal Election Commission Structural
The Federal Election Commission oversees and monitors campaign finance reports relevant to Ben Cline's political activities.
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Marsha Blackburn Transactional
As lawmakers, they are jointly introducing an integrity act aimed at amending the charter of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
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house of representatives Structural
Ben Cline functions as a representative within the House of Representatives, introducing companion legislation.
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Federal Trade Commission Operational
Ben Cline formally urged the FTC to investigate specific instances of deceptive business practices, including those of Zillow.
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Buena Vista Operational
The agency's operational scope is functionally linked to the official's capacity, as evidenced by policy failures attributed to his representation.
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Glenn Youngkin Operational
Glenn Youngkin provides political support to Ben Cline's campaign efforts.
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National Rifle Association Operational
The NRA provides political support and endorsements to Ben Cline's re-election efforts.
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Morgan Griffith Operational
The two individuals are currently co-sponsoring a bill aimed at reviving AM radio.
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Virginia Shared context
Ben Cline operates as a political representative whose activities are situated within the state of Virginia.
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NOAA Shared context
Ben Cline bases his views and actions on the climate and weather data collected and monitored by NOAA.
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Page County Shared context
Ben Cline serves as the representative for Page County in the Sixth District.
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Democrats Operational
Ben Cline actively participated in legislative efforts aligned with the Democratic party.
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NATO Operational
Ben Cline participates in NATO summits and contributes to foreign policy discussions.
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Department of Government Efficiency Operational
Ben Cline actively opposes cuts proposed by the Department of Government Efficiency impacting federal workers.
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JD Vance Operational
The relationship is defined by the shared political and governmental context where JD Vance's initiatives impact the issues Ben Cline addresses, specifically government waste.
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Tim Kaine Mentioned together
The two individuals share a policy stance regarding Iran.
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Small Business Administration Operational
Cline's proposed legislation is forecast to be overseen and implemented by the Small Business Administration.
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Mark Warner Shared context
The two individuals share a common policy position regarding Iran policy.
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Chinese Communist Party Operational
Ben Cline is actively seeking to limit the use of Chinese hardware, representing political opposition to CCP interests.
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Harrisonburg Shared context
Ben Cline conducted campaign activities, including forums, within the geographical boundaries of Harrisonburg.
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Yosemite National Park Shared context
The relationship is contextual, linking Ben Cline's policy debates to public land use issues affecting Yosemite National Park.
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Google Operational
Ben Cline met with Google lobbyists in California, indicating a direct interaction between the politician and the company's representatives.
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West Virginia Shared context
Ben Cline is a political figure whose actions are observed within the context of West Virginia.
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David Richards Mentioned together
Both individuals are being monitored as relevant figures in the 6th Congressional District race.
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Richmond Shared context
Ben Cline has served in Richmond for 32 years.
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Altria Transactional
Altria provides campaign funding to Ben Cline.
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Frederick County Shared context
Ben Cline is observed performing public activities within the geographical context of Frederick County.
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G. Elliott Morris Mentioned together
G. Elliott Morris provides commentary and forecasts regarding Ben Cline's continued viability.
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Indian National Congress Shared context
The two political figures are co-mentioned, operating within their respective national political contexts.
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AAA Mentioned together
No evidence available in the timeline to describe the relationship between AAA and Ben Cline.
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Michael Hunter Mentioned together
The single available snapshot describes Michael Hunter's activity but does not establish any coupling or interaction with Ben Cline.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
3 eventsSeptember 2026
7 events- Beth Macy and Ben Cline are contesting the Sixth Congressional District seat.
- Beth Macy challenged Ben Cline ahead of the November vote, focusing her campaign efforts on issues within Loudon County.
- Amidst the ongoing situation involving the Qatari jet, Beth Macy criticized Donald Trump regarding his economic priorities and actions.
- Ben Cline faced criticism regarding policy failures attributed to his representation of the organization during a time when Buena Vista was active.
- Candidates Beth Macy and Ben Cline are engaged in a political debate cycle following new SBFA rules.
- Plans for a land trade to facilitate road development in Yosemite National Park are being debated.
- Ben Cline addressed a crowd in Frederick County, where both he and Beth Macy are candidates in the 6th District.
August 2026
9 events- Ben Cline held a campaign forum in Harrisonburg as he competes against Beth Macy in a congressional race.
- In the ongoing political contest between the two candidates, Beth Macy is currently leading Ben Cline in the fundraising race.
- Analysts are monitoring the viability of the 6th Congressional District race and a U.S. Senate seat contest.
- Ben Cline related his political stance to heat data tracked by NOAA.
- Donald Trump and Ben Cline are discussing issues related to their political base, specifically supporting family farms in Page County.
- Beth Macy challenged Ben Cline in political debates on August 18, 2026.
- Grassley introduced legislation to increase debt limits, and Cline introduced companion legislation for the House.
- Donald Trump and Ben Cline discussed on August 4th how the Iran war is contributing to rising gas and diesel prices, questioning future partnerships.
- G. Elliott Morris forecasts the continued electoral viability of Ben Cline and the potential success of Rob Wittman.
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July 2026
6 events- Congressional efforts are underway to pass new measures related to election integrity.
- Ben Cline proposed bills in Congress concerning civil rights and membership on July 23, 2026.
- Ben Cline used FOX News Digital to defend against political attacks and push political narratives, involving Donald Trump.
- Beth Macy is facing a challenge from Democrat Beth Macy.
- Campaign finance reports are being tracked by the FEC regarding Virginia's major donor base.
- Presidential actions are cited as contributing to current health insurance issues involving Virginia.
June 2026
4 events- Ben Cline is involved in a re-election rivalry in Virginia, where discussions included potential US-Iran deals.
- Ben Cline has been appointed to a leadership role within the Oregon Department of Forestry.
- Ben Cline urged the Federal Trade Commission to investigate deceptive practices, and the FTC Chair received his letter.
- Ben Cline was nominated to the United States Air Force Academy on May 27, 2026, with plans to major in biology and pursue a pre-health track.