Press Releases
STATEMENT: Auchincloss: “I Am Voting No On The Israel Supplemental Stunt”
Washington, D.C. - The below statement regarding today's vote on the GOP Israel package can be attributed to Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D,MA-04): “I strongly support Israel. I am voting 'No' on the Israel supplemental stunt, because it plays politics with Israel’s security with no prospect of actually providing funding to Israel. “Speaker Johnson has made the craven, cynical decision to politicize support for Israel at its moment of crisis by tying its security assistance to IRS cuts, … Continue Reading
October 19, 2023
VIDEO: Auchincloss: “The Jewish People Are Defending Their Right To A Secure Homeland”
Washington, D.C. - Today, ahead of President Biden’s address to the nation this evening, Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04) released the below video message: WATCH: https://x.com/RepAuchincloss/status/1715089501339459945?s=20 Key Points: "Tonight, President Biden will ask Congress to defend democracy. I strongly support his objectives: to arm Ukraine against Russia; to strengthen our Indo-Pacific allies against China; and to defend Israel against terrorists.Events around the … Continue Reading
October 07, 2023
STATEMENT: Auchincloss: “Israel and its Defense Forces have My Full Support as they Fight to Protect the Jewish State”
Washington, D.C. - The below statement can be attributed to Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04): “This morning, on the last day of one of the most important festivals in the Jewish calendar and almost 50 years to the day after Egypt and Syria’s surprise attack on Israel, Hamas and Islamic Jihad terrorists attacked Israel from Gaza by land, air, and sea without provocation. Israeli casualties are in the hundreds. “I fully support Israel’s right to respond and its obligation to its own … Continue Reading
September 30, 2023
STATEMENT: Auchincloss: Democrats Kept the Government Open, Now Give Us a Vote On Ukraine
Washington, D.C. - The below statement regarding government funding can be attributed to Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04): “Today, Speaker Kevin McCarthy played political games with American livelihoods and Ukrainian lives. He caved to MAGA extremists and handed Putin a propaganda victory by excising funding for Ukraine from the continuing resolution to fund the government.” “Kevin McCarthy sided with the Kremlin over Ukraine. Without Democrats stepping up to help him, his conference … Continue Reading
September 30, 2023
RELEASE: Auchincloss Calls for Medicare to Continue Drug Price Negotiation Program During Shutdown
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Ahead of the approaching government shutdown, Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04) and 40 other Members of the House sent a letter to the Honorable Xavier Becerra, the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, to encourage the continuation of the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program. In the letter the members stated, “We understand the Biden Administration is doing everything in its power to ensure Medicare beneficiaries can access the services they … Continue Reading
August 24, 2023
RELEASE: NAWE Applauds Auchincloss Letter Urging the FMC Follow Congressional Intent Outlined in Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022
RELEASE: NAWE Applauds Auchincloss Letter Urging the FMC Follow Congressional Intent Outlined in Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022 WASHINGTON, DC. - The National Association of Waterfront Employers (NAWE) today applauded Representatives Jake Auchincloss (D-MA-04) and Brian Babin (R-TX-36), members of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee’s Coast Guard and Maritime Subcommittee, for urging Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) Chairman Daniel B. Maffei, to follow … Continue Reading
August 23, 2023
RELEASE: Auchincloss Joins Bipartisan, Bicameral Congressional Delegation to Ireland and the United Kingdom
RELEASE: Auchincloss Joins Bipartisan, Bicameral Congressional Delegation to Ireland and the United Kingdom WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), a member of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, on Wednesday is leading a bipartisan, bicameral congressional delegation to Ireland and the United Kingdom. The lawmakers will meet with officials in London and Dublin to discuss securing peace in Northern Ireland, the war in Ukraine, strategic implications of … Continue Reading
July 14, 2023
RELEASE: Auchincloss ‘No’ On NDAA
“Congress can’t ask Ukraine to do more with less while the Pentagon does less with more.” WASHINGTON, D.C.— Today, Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04) will vote against the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Congressman Auchincloss served in the marines; is a member of the House Select Committee on Strategic Competition between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party; and is a member of the Defense Spending Reduction Caucus. Auchincloss discussed his decision this … Continue Reading
July 12, 2023
RELEASE: Auchincloss Leads Letter to Renew GSP Trade Program to “facilitate supply chain shifts out of China"
“GSP supports a strong middle class. Renewal of the GSP program would facilitate supply chain shifts out of China, spur investments in partner and allied countries, and strengthen American businesses.” On July 12, 66 Members of the House of Representatives sent a letter to House Ways and Means Chairman Jason Smith (R-MO) and Ranking Member Richard Neal (D-MA) supporting efforts to renew the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) as a way to “help facilitate supply chain shifts out of China.” … Continue Reading
June 24, 2023
STATEMENT Auchincloss on Developments in Russia
STATEMENT: Auchincloss on Developments in Russia Newton, MA - The statement below and linked here can be attributed to Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D,MA-04): “It’s unclear how the Wagner uprising ends, or even how the West should want it to end. But here’s what *is* clear: Russia is divided and demoralized. Ukraine is united and on the attack. Putin’s best (only?) hope is that the GOP chooses Trump over … Continue Reading
June 22, 2023
RELEASE: Auchincloss Calls on India to Reassess Importation of Russian Oil
“As the ties between the United States and India continue to strengthen, we encourage the government of India to reassess its importation of Russian oil, to better align its energy policy with the values and interests at stake in Ukraine.” WASHINGTON, D.C. — Ahead of Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi’s joint address to Congress, Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04) and Congresswoman Ashley Hinson (R, IA-02), members of the House Select Committee on Strategic Competition Between the … Continue Reading
June 05, 2023
RELEASE: Auchincloss Leads Letter on Bioeconomy and CHIPS Implementation
“As China increases its ambitions in global biomanufacturing and new discoveries continue to be made, our nation is confronted with serious threats and exciting opportunities that require a reinvigorated focus on driving innovation in biology and the life sciences.” WASHINGTON, D.C.— Today, Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04), Congressman Randy Feenstra (R, IA-04) and Senator John Hickenlooper (D, CO) sent a bipartisan, bicameral letter to Dr. Arati Prabhakar, the Director of the Office … Continue Reading
May 30, 2023
STATEMENT: Auchincloss: “Members Need To Put Their Country Before Their Primary Base”
Washington, D.C. - The below statement regarding the Fiscal Responsibility Act. can be attributed to Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D,MA-04): “January 6th, 2021 was Xi Jinping’s best day in office. Trump’s failed insurrection lent credence to the Chinese Communist Party’s message of an America in decline and dysfunction. Under President Biden’s leadership, much of that damage has been repaired. The United States is investing in its economy at home and defending democracy overseas. “This … Continue Reading
May 25, 2023
RELEASE: Auchincloss Announces 2023 Congressional Art Competition Winner
RELEASE: Auchincloss Announces 2023 Congressional Art Competition Winner Newton, MA — Angela Nie, a junior at Newton North High School, won the Massachusetts’ Fourth District’s annual congressional art competition with her painting, “Anticipation.” Angela’s painting was selected from more than 60 pieces of local artwork that were submitted for this year’s competition and will be featured for one year in the U.S. Capitol building alongside other … Continue Reading
April 04, 2023
Readout of FDIC Briefing for Massachusetts Delegation
Readout of FDIC Briefing for Massachusetts Delegation Washington, DC — Today, following a request from Congressman Jake Auchincloss, the FDIC provided a regional specific briefing to the Massachusetts Congressional delegation regarding the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, which purchased Boston Private in 2021. Additionally, Congressman Auchincloss met with Dr. Susan M. Collins, president and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston. The following quote can be attributed to the … Continue Reading
March 07, 2023
RELEASE: Auchincloss Receives ‘A’ Rating from League of Conservation Voters
Auchincloss’ demonstrated commitment to climate protection recognized by the LCV Newton, MA — Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04) received an ‘A’ rating from the League of Conservation Voters for the third year in a row, demonstrating his continued commitment to climate action and the clean energy transition. “As the youngest parent in the Democratic caucus, I am focused on leaving the planet better than we found it. My voting record in Congress reflects that,” said Auchincloss. “From … Continue Reading
February 06, 2023
RELEASE: Auchincloss Announces Guest for President Biden’s State of the Union Address
RELEASE: Auchincloss Announces Guest for President Biden’s State of the Union Address Auchincloss Invites Dr. Xiaoyan Qin, Independent Pharmacist, as Guest to President Biden’s State of the Union Address Newton, MA — Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04) is announcing Newton-based independent pharmacist Dr. Xiaoyan Qin as his guest to President Biden’s State of the Union Address to Congress on Tuesday. Congressman Auchincloss recently visited Union Pharmacy … Continue Reading
February 01, 2023
RELEASE: Auchincloss Appointed to Select Committee on China
“This Congress, and my generation, have an opportunity to rise above politics to chart a course for sound strategy.” Washington, DC — Today, Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04) received an appointment from House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries to serve on the United States House Select Committee on Strategic Competition between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party. This newly created committee will “assess the myriad military, economic and technological challenges posed by … Continue Reading
January 07, 2023
RELEASE: Auchincloss Sworn Into 118th Congress
RELEASE: Auchincloss Sworn Into 118th Congress Washington, D.C. — This morning, Jake Auchincloss was sworn into the 118th Congress to represent the 4th District of Massachusetts for a second term. The following quotation can be attributed to the congressman: “This morning, I have been sworn into Congress after days of dysfunction. Two years on from the insurrection of January 6th, and the House GOP is still groveling to the extreme right, rather … Continue Reading
December 23, 2022
RELEASE: Auchincloss Secures District Wins in Passage of Federal Budget
RELEASE: Auchincloss Secures District Wins in Passage of Federal Budget “Omnibus” Funding Bill Includes Auchincloss Community Project Funding Requests Washington, DC — Today, Congress passed a government funding bill that will now be signed by President Biden and includes key wins for the Fourth District. Included in passage was funding for 15 Community Project Funding (CPF) requests sponsored by Congressman Auchincloss. “The … Continue Reading