Auchincloss, Jake

Jake Auchincloss has represented Massachusetts's 4th congressional district since 2021. He grew up in a wealthy New England family and earned his bachelor's degree from Harvard University in 2010. After graduation, he commissioned as an officer in the U.S. Marine Corps, serving on active duty from 2010 to 2014 with deployments to Afghanistan and Panama. He currently holds the rank of major in the Marine Corps Reserve. Upon returning to civilian life, Auchincloss worked on a gubernatorial campaign before being elected to the Newton City Council in 2015, where he served until his election to Congress. During his tenure on the council, he championed education initiatives like full-day kindergarten and supported progressive policies on immigration, housing, and sanctuary city protections.

In Congress, Auchincloss serves on the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, with specific focus on energy, health, and environmental issues. His legislative work has centered on healthcare policy, including bills addressing pharmacist reimbursement under Medicare and Medicaid, as well as geothermal energy production programs. He has also sponsored the Parents Over Platforms Act, reflecting concern about social media's impact on families. His background in business—including roles at a cybersecurity startup, Liberty Mutual's innovation division, and directing MIT's entrepreneurship competition—informs his approach to technology and innovation policy. Auchincloss succeeded Joe Kennedy III in the House at age 32.