Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew voiced his support for President Trump's plan aimed at preventing families from paying higher electricity bills due to the rapidly growing energy demands of large Artificial Intelligence data centers. The proposal urges grid operators to explore an emergency power auction that would make major technology companies and large data… Read more »
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew shared his perspective on recent public discussions regarding Greenland and the United States.
"Greenland is an important strategic partner, and a closer relationship could be beneficial for everyone involved," said Congressman Van Drew. "It could strengthen our national security, push back against foreign adversaries in the… Read more »
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew shared the following statement in recognition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
"Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. envisioned a world where people are judged by the content of their character," said Congressman Van Drew. "That vision lives in the work we do every day to treat one another with respect and move our country forward together. We do not… Read more »
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew shared an update on the forward progress of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's takeover of the Atlantic City Housing Authority (ACHA). In July of 2025, Congressman Van Drew announced the historic decision for HUD to step in and take control of the ACHA after years of mismanagement. Since then, HUD has completed a… Read more »
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew announced Uchenna Uduma, a student at Egg Harbor Township High School, as the winner of the 2025 Congressional App Challenge for New Jersey's Second Congressional District, recognizing his work developing an app designed to help veterans more easily access health screenings and support resources.
"This year's winner is Uchenna Uduma, and… Read more »
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew announced that he successfully secured significant federal funding for key South Jersey projects through H.R. 6938, the Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and the Interior and Environment Appropriations Act of 2026, delivering direct investments to improve the district.
"These projects will make a… Read more »
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew shared the following statement after voting against H.Res. 780, which would irresponsibly extend the Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits for three years without any effort to stop the waste, fraud, and abuse in the system.
"I have been very clear where I stand from the start: I support extending the ACA tax credits on a… Read more »
Linwood, NJ - Today, Congressman Van Drew joined veterans, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) leadership—including Interim VISN 4 Deputy Director Robert Kling and Interim Wilmington VA Director Kim Butler—and local officials for a ribbon cutting ceremony marking the opening of the new Atlantic County VA Clinic in Linwood, a major expansion of health care services for South… Read more »
Washington, DC - As the new year begins, Congressman Van Drew is setting clear priorities for the work ahead in Congress, along with personal goals that keep him grounded and focused.
"A new year is a good time to refocus and push even harder on the issues that matter most," said Congressman Van Drew. "In Congress, one of my top priorities continues to be healthcare. I have been… Read more »
Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew expressed support for the administration's decision to pause offshore wind project construction across the country. The Department of the Interior paused several offshore wind projects following warnings from the Department of Defense that large offshore wind turbines could interfere with military radar systems and other critical national… Read more »
