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Political notebook: Auchincloss says defense spending too high
U.S. Rep. Jake Auchincloss, D-Newton, whose 4th Congressional District covers the Attleboro area, again announced he was the the only Democratic veteran to vote against the National Defense Authorization Act funding the military. Auchincloss is a major in the Marine reserves and a member of the Defense Spending Reduction Caucus. In addition to his “no” vote, Auchincloss signed a letter with 30 colleagues asking for removal of language from the Senate’s Coast Guard Reauthorization that they say … Continue Reading
July 14, 2022
NotedDC — Dems warn NDAA measure could stifle climate goals
Some House Democrats are warning the Senate and White House that an amendment added to the $840 billion defense authorization bill would stifle the party’s renewable energy goals. FIRST IN THE HILL: Rep. Jake Auchincloss (D-Mass.) told NotedDC he will vote against the bill Thursday night because of an amendment that would ban offshore wind developers from using construction boats with multinational crews. The amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act … Continue Reading
July 07, 2022
Champion of People-Centered Streets Brings Strong Towns Approach to Congress
The Strong Towns approach to designing safe streets is to prioritize walking and bicycling and to accommodate cars. We are sowing safety with this approach, but we are reaping the economic rewards which result. Safe, walkable, bikeable streets in town and city centers are the most economically productive places in North America. No one understands this better than a longtime town council leader who now represents a Congressional district comprising suburban Massachusetts to the east and … Continue Reading
July 06, 2022
Congressman Auchincloss will tour defense manufacturer in Fall River
Massachusetts Congressman Jake Auchincloss will be touring a defense manufacturer in Fall River on Wednesday. Auchincloss will tour MIKEL Inc to take a look at the company’s undersea technology. Mayor Paul Coogan will join Auchincloss on the tour. The Congressman is a marine … Continue Reading
July 06, 2022
U.S. needs an all-of-the-above clean energy investment strategy, says Rep. Jake Auchincloss
Rep. Jake Auchincloss (D-Mass.), vice chairman of the Financial Services Committee and serves on the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, joins CNBC’s ‘Squawk Box’ to discuss inflation, U.S. energy policy, and … Continue Reading
June 22, 2022
Rep. Jake Auchincloss' Financial Services Bill Passes House
Congressman Jake Auchincloss’ Promoting New and Diverse Depository Institutions Act has passed the House of Representatives as part of the Financial Services Committee’s Racial Equity, Inclusion, and Economic Justice Act. Auchincloss’ bill directs banking regulators to work together to address the challenges that new banks face when applying for a bank charter. The bill specifically asks for a strategic plan that takes into consideration the challenges faced by new financial institutions, … Continue Reading
June 22, 2022
Auchincloss Bill for Help to New Banks to Increase Consumer Choice Passes House
Congressman Auchincloss’ Promoting New and Diverse Depository Institutions Act (H.R. 4590), has passed the House of Representatives as part of the Financial Services Committee’s Racial Equity, Inclusion, and Economic Justice Act. Auchincloss’ bill directs banking regulators to work together to address the challenges that new depository institutions face when applying for a bank charter. The bill specifically asks for a strategic plan that takes into consideration the challenges faced by de … Continue Reading
June 10, 2022
Political Notebook: Auchincloss slams group for 'antisemitic tropes'
U.S. Rep. Jake Auchincloss says a report released last week by a Boston-area Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions movement group plays on “millennia-old antisemitic tropes” and could inflame violence against the Jewish community. The group, calling itself the Mapping Project, alleges sinister connections between Jewish and pro-Israel groups across Massachusetts and government, politicians, the police and the media, according to the Jewish Insider. It also blames these groups for a range of … Continue Reading
June 09, 2022
Boston BDS map of Jewish groups has ‘potential to incite violence,’ Auchincloss says
Rep. Jake Auchincloss (D-MA) said on Wednesday that a report released last week by a Boston-area Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions movement group plays on millennia-old antisemitic tropes and could inflame violence against the Jewish community. The group, calling itself the “Mapping Project,” alleges sinister connections between Jewish and pro-Israel groups across Massachusetts and government, politicians, the police and the media, and blames these groups for a range of nefarious … Continue Reading
June 08, 2022
Against the Grain: Episode 165: When There's a Will, There's a Way on Apple Podcasts
Massachusetts Rep. Jake Auchincloss talks about inflation, gun control and the divisions within the Democratic … Continue Reading
June 06, 2022
Congressman who called for the NRA to be disbanded discusses gun reform and whether it can withstand Sen. Mitch McConnell’s obstruction
As bipartisan efforts at gun control continue, Congressional Democrats fear that Sen. Mitch McConnell will resort to his decades-long playbook of obstructing all efforts at reform. Rep. Jake Auchincloss (D-MA) spoke to MSNBC’s Ayman Mohyeldin about his call to disband the NRA and whether gun reform can withstand McConnell’s … Continue Reading
May 28, 2022
‘NRA doesn’t care about keeping kids safe’ in wake of Texas shooting: Rep. Auchincloss
Rep. Jake Auchincloss, D-Mass., slams the National Rifle Association, arguing the organization has ‘obstructed’ motions for safety regulations, demands response from Congress to prevent future catastrophes like Uvalde school … Continue Reading
May 26, 2022
Congressman Proposes Urgent Disbandment Of NRA
Rep. Jake Auchincloss (D-Mass.) demanded the disbandment of the NRA after the recent elementary school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, in which 19 children and two adults were killed. Taking that step — something for which New York state Attorney General Letitia James has actually already pushed in connection to financial corruption at the organization — would put a major dent in the pro-gun lobby in the U.S., the actions of which help drive gun policy allowing freer access to firearms like the … Continue Reading
May 25, 2022
Rep. Jake Auchincloss Calls To Disband NRA After Texas School Shooting
Rep. Jake Auchincloss, who represents Newton, Brookline, and the rest of Massachusetts’ Fourth Congressional District, has called to disband the National Rifle Association (NRA) in the wake of Tuesday's school shooting in Texas that killed at least 18 students and one teacher. “Two things are happening in Texas right now: 18 sets of parents are preparing to bury their children and the NRA is preparing its annual convention,” Auchincloss said in a statement. "The NRA should cancel its … Continue Reading
May 14, 2022
Jake Auchincloss Wants To Kill The Filibuster Over Abortion
Should the filibuster exist in the United States Senate? U.S. Representative Jake Auchincloss (D-Newton) doesn’t think so. Auchincloss has said that he favors abolishing the filibuster and using Congress to make legal abortion the law of the land throughout the country in the wake of news that the Supreme Court will likely overturn Roe v. Wade. “Abolish the filibuster and protect women’s fundamental right to an abortion,” Auchincloss tweeted. Auchincloss supported the ROE Act in … Continue Reading
May 12, 2022
Rep. Jake Auchincloss (D-MA) on Democracy & Ukraine Aid
Democratic Congressman Jake Auchincloss (MA04), a Marine veteran, joins Julie Mason during Military Appreciation Month to discuss his op-ed in the Washington Post with Liz Cheney on defending … Continue Reading
May 11, 2022
House member: Addressing inflation requires addressing the drivers of inflation
Rep. Jake Auchincloss, D-Mass., joins Way Too Early to discuss the 2022 midterm elections outlook and addressing … Continue Reading
May 10, 2022
Auchincloss Earns 100% Rating On Legislative Scorecard
On Tuesday, Congressman Jake Auchincloss received top marks on a new legislative scorecard released by End Citizens United/Let America Vote. This scorecard tracked key votes related to ending big money in politics, protecting elections from foreign interference, and defending and expanding the right to vote, including votes and/or co-sponsorships on: For the People Act of 2021 (H.R.1) John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act (H.R.4) Washington, D.C. Admission Act … Continue Reading
May 08, 2022
Auchincloss, Cheney team up to urge unity on Ukraine
On Sunday, a Bay State congressman joined a colleague from conservative Wyoming to call for unity in the face of an escalating conflict in Ukraine, which they say represents an existential threat to democracy globally. “The United States — and Congress — must continue to deliver a strong and unequivocal answer, because democracy everywhere is fragile. Strains of authoritarianism here at home make that painfully clear,” U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney, R-Wyo., and Rep. Jake Auchincloss, D-Mass., said … Continue Reading
May 07, 2022
Massachusetts Democrat argues Supreme Court opinion could create ‘healthcare deserts’ for women
Rep. Jake Auchincloss, D-Mass., shares insight on Democrat response to abortion debate, discusses the ‘supply demand mismatch’ hurting the … Continue Reading