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Scoop: Massachusetts lawmakers seek FDIC briefing on Silicon Valley Bank
Massachusetts lawmakers are seeking a briefing from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. (FDIC) on the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, Axios has learned. Why it matters: The FDIC's takeover of the nation's 16th largest bank is being felt deeply in Massachusetts, which has the second-most SVB branches after California. Lawmakers in both states have been scrambling for answers from federal regulators as they seek to reassure constituents and contain the fallout. SVB significantly … Continue Reading
March 11, 2023
Rep. Auchincloss holds forums to hear feedback from Bristol County residents
FALL RIVER, Mass. (WJAR) — Massachusetts Congressman Jake Auchincloss, a Democrat who represents Massachusetts' 4th Congressional District, visited Bristol County on Saturday to listen to the voices of the community. He held in-person town halls at the Fall River Government Center and the Sweet Community House in Attleboro to update residents on his work in Washington, D.C. People in attendance came out to talk about issues that matter to them most. "My first two years in … Continue Reading
March 10, 2023
U.S. Rep. Auchincloss In Milford For Town Hall
MILFORD, MA — Milford residents will get a chance to meet with U.S. Rep. Jake Auchincloss during the Newton Democrat's swing across his district on Saturday. Auchincloss will make his first stop Saturday at Milford Town Hall. His stop in Milford comes after President Joe Biden released a proposed $6.8 trillion federal budget, which will have to pass through Congress. "Auchincloss will discuss recent developments in Congress and take audience questions," his office said in … Continue Reading
March 10, 2023
Political Roundtable: Auchincloss on Ukraine, Biden, Fall River’s economy & more
Jake Auchincloss emerged from a seven-way Democratic field in 2020 to succeed Joe Kennendy and become the new congressman in Massachusetts’ Fourth Congressional District. He had no primary opponents last year and easily won a second term in office. But what can Auchincloss do to help raise the economic fortunes in the southern half of the Fourth District, which includes Fall River, Taunton and Attleboro? I’m Ian Donnis. This week, I’m going in-depth with the U.S. … Continue Reading
March 10, 2023
US representative pushes for deeper Taiwan-US partnership
TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — Representative Jake Auchincloss on Thursday (March 9) expressed support for a strong partnership between Taiwan and the U.S. “As the United States seeks to strengthen our position in the Indo-Pacific, let us commit to Taiwan as a long-term ally,” Auchincloss said while addressing the House of Representatives. He said the scope and severity of the Chinese threat toward Taiwan has “crystallized.” However, Taiwan’s vibrant democracy and … Continue Reading
March 09, 2023
Jake Auchincloss: 'Let Us Commit To Taiwan As A Long-Term Ally'
Rep. Jake Auchincloss (D-MA) speaks about the vital need for the US to support … Continue Reading
March 08, 2023
Auchincloss to hold town hall in Attleboro on Saturday
ATTLEBORO — Congressman Jake Auchincloss, D—MA-04, will host a town hall in Attleboro on Saturday, March 11. The session will be held at 12:30 p.m. in the Sweet Community House at 44 Peck St. Auchincloss will discuss recent developments in Congress and take audience … Continue Reading
March 06, 2023
Jake Auchencloss on China, Mick Mulvaney on CPAC, Trump's DeSantis Nicknames (Radio)
Bloomberg Washington Correspondent Joe Mathieu delivers insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. Joe spoke with Democratic Congressman Jake Auchincloss of Massachusetts on the agenda for the Select China Committee and the US/China relationship, Bloomberg White House reporter Nancy Cook on Donald Trump's nicknames for Ron DeSantis, and Mick Mulvaney for his take … Continue Reading
March 02, 2023
Chinese Communist Party misinformation campaign ‘incredibly sophisticated,’ congressman says
Chinese intelligence campaigns suggest they’re trying to set “the rules for an international order,” says Rep. Jake Auchincloss (D-Mass.), member of the Select Committee on … Continue Reading
February 28, 2023
Rep. Auchincloss Doesn’t Care That His Trip to Taiwan Angered China
China expressed it was unhappy over the latest congressional visit to Taiwan in a letter to Rep. Jake Auchincloss (D-MA), who was part of the bipartisan delegation that was led by Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA). “It was reported that Congressman Jake Auchincloss recently visited Taiwan and met with Tsai Ing-wen, Lai Ching-te and other high-level officials in Taiwan,” the Chinese Embassy in Washington told Auchincloss, according to the letter that was obtained by The Daily Beast. … Continue Reading
February 28, 2023
What you need to know on the new House committee on China’s first hearing
Rep. Jake Auchincloss (D-Mass.) joins ‘Squawk Box’ to discuss what we should expect from the bipartisan China panel’s first hearing … Continue Reading
February 28, 2023
US congressman dismisses letter from China’s embassy
US Congressman Jake Auchincloss has dismissed a letter from China's embassy in Washington that expressed "serious concern" over his recent visit to Taiwan. The letter comes after a bipartisan American congressional delegation met with Taiwan's legislature to discuss collaboration in security, business, and trade in late February. The delegation included representatives Ro Khanna, Jake Auchincloss, Jonathan Jackson, and Tony Gonzales. The delegation met with President Tsai Ing-wen … Continue Reading
February 27, 2023
U.S. lawmakers visit Taiwan amid tensions with China
A bipartisan U.S. congressional delegation met with the Taiwanese government last week to discuss the military and build relations. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe is joined by a member of the delegation, Massachusetts Rep. Jake Auchincloss, to discuss the visit, the growing tensions with China and the role of a new House select committee on competition with … Continue Reading
February 27, 2023
China would be aiding, abetting war crimes if they gave weapons to Russia: House member
Rep. Jake Auchincloss, D-Mass., joins Morning Joe to discuss concerns over China sending lethal aid to Russia as well as a recent trip to … Continue Reading
February 26, 2023
Jake Auchincloss Questions Witnesses On Overall Airport Safety
At a House Transportation Committee hearing on FAA reauthorization and air safety earlier this month, Rep. Jake Auchincloss (D-MA) questioned witnesses. Fuel your success with Forbes. Gain unlimited access to premium journalism, including breaking news, groundbreaking in-depth reported stories, daily digests and more. Plus, members get a front-row seat at members-only events with leading thinkers and doers, access to premium video that can help you get ahead, an ad-light experience, early … Continue Reading
February 24, 2023
Congressman Auchincloss reflects on a year since Russia invaded Ukraine
Massachusetts Congressman Jake Auchincloss and local Ukrainian opera singer Olga Lisovska join us to reflect on the anniversary of Russian's invasion of Ukraine. This segment aired on February 24, … Continue Reading
February 23, 2023
U.S. Representative Auchincloss visits New England Boat Show
U.S. Representative Jake Auchincloss (D-MA-04) visited the New England Boat Show on Thursday 2/16, touring the show with NMMA VP of Northeast Boat Shows Jon Pritko and MMTA executive director Randall Lyons. During the visit the importance the recreational boating industry plays in New England was discussed. Additional topics discussed, included the NOAA proposed speed restrictions effecting the industry, the blue economy and workforce challenges. Representative Auchincloss noted: … Continue Reading
February 22, 2023
Q&A With Representative Jake Auchincloss
Q&A With Representative Jake Auchincloss Massachusetts’ fourth congressional district is currently represented in congress by Jake Auchincloss (D), this district includes Fall River, Attleboro, Taunton, Newton, Brookline, and Franklin. Jake Auchincloss was first elected in 2020 and reelected to a second term in the 2022 midterm cycle. Seeing as Dean College and many of our readers reside in the fourth district, this is a chance to get to know your … Continue Reading
February 21, 2023
Auchincloss joins delegation in Taiwan to reaffirm US commitment
A delegation of U.S. lawmakers -- Rep. Jake Auchincloss of Massachusetts among them -- met Tuesday with Taiwan's president, who promised to deepen military cooperation between the two sides despite objections from China, which claims the island as its own territory. The group was one of many U.S. delegations President Tsai Ing-wen has welcomed in recent years even as Beijing has stepped up diplomatic and military harassment of Taiwan. China responded to foreign visits by holding … Continue Reading
February 20, 2023
Auchincloss among U.S. lawmakers visiting Taiwan in tense US-China moment
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — A delegation of U.S. lawmakers met with the head of Taiwan’s legislature on Monday as part of a five-day visit to the self-ruled island that comes as U.S.-China relations remain tense after weeks of trading accusations over a spy balloon. The delegation that arrived Sunday includes Reps. Ro Khanna of California, Tony Gonzales of Texas, Jake Auchincloss of Massachusetts and Jonathan Jackson of Illinois. They are expected to meet President Tsai … Continue Reading