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Auchincloss Calls for Price Cap to Allow More Affordable Oil and Weaken Russia
Thanks to the Office of Jake Auchincloss for contributing this news to Westwood Minute. Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04) is leading a bipartisan letter with Congressman Anthony Gonzalez (R, OH-16) to U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, calling for a cap on Russian Oil Prices, along with coordinated sanctions that would prohibit insurance and reinsurance for tankers transporting Russian crude oil and petroleum product. They state that a price cap would "help the democratic world … Continue Reading
September 28, 2022
Build Healthier, Stronger Energy Policy on Common Values
Congress just passed the biggest, boldest climate action and clean energy commitment in history, by any nation. The United States will invest $369 billion to ensure clean air and clean water, create good jobs, and support national energy security. The vote was partisan, but the next steps don’t need to be. The transition to clean energy shouldn’t be along party lines. Republicans should stand up to the science deniers within their ranks and join Democrats in making progress on clean energy … Continue Reading
September 26, 2022
Auchincloss Rejects Labels Ahead of Uncompetitive Re-election Bid
Freshman Congressman Jake Auchincloss comes off as a centrist to some of his constituents in the City of Newton and Massachusetts’ 4th Congressional District. But two years after thwarting competitive progressive challengers for the House of Representatives seat, the 34-year-old representative boasts one of the strictest party-line voting records in congress and said he rejects labels like “moderate.” “I have a deep set of principles,” Auchincloss told The Heights. “I’m committed to … Continue Reading
September 21, 2022
The U.S. is in a stronger position than China in the world economy, says 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’ ahead of scheduled testimonies from megabank CEOs to weigh in on the Federal Reserve’s efforts to combat inflation and … Continue Reading
September 17, 2022
House Democrat claims Republicans 'have not worked in good faith' on immigration reform
Rep. Jake Auchincloss, D-Mass., says Democrats are ready to work to solve the border crisis in a 'bipartisan … Continue Reading
September 13, 2022
Financial Services Committee meets with Representative Jake Auchincloss
On September 13, 2022, The New England Council’s Financial Services Committee met with U.S. Representative Jake Auchincloss (D-MA) in Boston, following a Capitol Hill Report breakfast event. Rep. Auchincloss is currently the Vice Chair of the House Financial Services Committee and also serves as a member of the Committee’s Taskforce on Financial Technology. Financial Services Committee members representing a variety of financial services businesses across New England participated in this … Continue Reading
September 13, 2022
Exclusive: Auchincloss goes up the middle
U.S. Rep. Jake Auchincloss has found success as something you don't see every day in deep-blue Massachusetts politics: A Democrat touting an explicitly centrist message of cooperation with Republicans. Between the lines: Now, the Newton congressman may be trying to see if that centrism could one day take him statewide. Driving the news: Auchincloss will tell local leaders in a speech this morning that voters aren't interested in partisan politics. "They want to hear about … Continue Reading
August 30, 2022
Congressman Jake Auchincloss on Supporting Afghanistan
Democratic Congressman Jake Auchincloss of Massachusetts joins Julie Mason to discus what can be done to help the people of Afghanistan without helping The … Continue Reading
August 28, 2022
OTR: Rep. Auchincloss, of Massachusetts, shares his thoughts on midterm elections
The Democrat who represents Massachusetts' 4th district feels confident about the Senate races, but notes things will be tougher in the … Continue Reading
August 27, 2022
Afghanistan can be stabilized and America's first step should be with mining
One year after ending the failed war in Afghanistan, the United States is in a stronger position. Without boots on the ground, we have more resources to counter Russia and China, while maintaining the capability to take terrorists off the battlefield. Afghanistan, though, is struggling. But there is a path forward that helps the Afghan people while further strengthening America. Western mining can do what Western militaries never could: put Afghanistan on the path of self-sufficiency. … Continue Reading
August 25, 2022
No freshman frolic for Jake Auchincloss
He was 32 years old and had been sworn into Congress just three days previously. There he was on January 6th, on the floor of the House, standing on broken glass, watching violence erupt, stunned to see Republicans - even after the attempted insurrection - still vote to decertify the election results. “Believe me, they knew the election was free and fair,” recalled Jake Auchincloss. “It was the low point of democracy in my lifetime, and I hope it remains that way.” Since 1970, his three … Continue Reading
August 05, 2022
Touring Wellesley Square with Congressman Auchincloss
U.S. Representative Jake Auchincloss stopped into town yesterday for a short walking tour of Wellesley Square to learn about the changing landscape and challenges of the “downtown” shopping district. Organized by the Charles River Regional Chamber, the tour group included the Congressman; Greg Reibman and Tracey Aldrich Antaya of the Chamber; Town of Wellesley Assistant Executive Director Amy Frigulietti; and myself. Congressman Jake Auchincloss, Town of Wellesley Assistant Executive … Continue Reading
August 01, 2022
Free Trade Can Fight Inflation
To fight inflation, President Biden should repeal or reduce Trump-era tariffs. Economists across the political spectrum agree that trade lowers prices and expands choice for consumers, and trade deals open markets for American businesses. Smart trading pacts forge deeper ties with allies, and they serve as a counterweight to Beijing’s aggressive efforts to buy global influence. That’s why the Trump tariffs should go. And instead of being defensive about the decision, the Biden … Continue Reading
July 29, 2022
Funding Requests for Dover, Medfield Community Projects Move Forward with Auchincloss Win at the House
Washington, DC — Funding for community improvement projects in Dover and Medfield that are sponsored by Congressman Jake Auchincloss have been included in House passage of part of its annual appropriations package in a "minibus." The inclusion marks a win for the Congressman and residents of the Fourth District. “The Massachusetts Fourth, from Fall River to Brookline, is a powerhouse of talent and work ethic,” said Congressman Auchincloss. “These critical funds will make our communities … Continue Reading
July 25, 2022
Two former Marines vote differently on proposal to fund U.S. military
Representatives Jake Auchincloss and Seth Moulton have a few things in common. Both served in the United States Marine Corps before entering politics and won their seats in Congress as Democrats. Where they differ is over the National Defense Authorization Act for 2023, also known as the NDAA, an annual budget process to designate funding for U.S. military operations. "The thing that I'm the most proud of is supporting the troops and I think we all have to support the troops. When you when … Continue Reading
July 22, 2022
Auchincloss on Why Biden Chose Brayton Point For Climate Speech
Joe Biden's visit to Brayton Point in Somerset on Wednesday was the first time a sitting president has visited the SouthCoast in 26 years. Brayton Point is a former coal-fired plant that was one of the most environmentally hazardous in the Commonwealth. It will soon be a major manufacturer for wind power in the clean energy sector. It was on the site of the soon-to-be manufacturing campus with the backdrop of the Taunton River and Braga Bridge connecting to the Fall River skyline where … Continue Reading
July 20, 2022
Rep. Auchincloss Accompanies President Biden on MA Trip to Somerset Today, Possible Pitch for Offshore Wind Development
President Biden travels to Somerset, Massachusetts on Wednesday, July 20, 2022, accompanied by Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D-MA District 4). The president will discuss the climate crisis and how it presents an opportunity to create jobs and lower costs for families. Representative Auchincloss has been a strong supporter of offshore wind development in Massachusetts. Brayton Point Power Station, said to the be last coal-fired power station in Massachusetts, is in the Town of Somerset where … Continue Reading
July 17, 2022
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