Press Releases

Today, Congressman Van Drew issued a joint statement with Commissioner Director Gerald M. Thornton and Commissioner Vice-Director Leonard C. Desiderio on the hypocrisy of the Administration to allow illegal immigrants to flow in through our southern border, while our northern border remains closed until at least August 21st. “It is unconscionable to think that this Administration… Read more »

 Atlantic County, NJ – Today, Congressman Van Drew announced that a Veterans clinic in Atlantic County will be opening in the summer of 2023 to provide accessible health care to our South Jersey Veterans. Congressman Van Drew has been fighting tirelessly for the construction of this clinic and has been involved every step of the way. The clinic will be located in Northfield,… Read more »

Early this morning, the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee passed their infrastructure legislation in the dead of night. Congressman Jeff Van Drew listened to, debated, and voted on over 150 amendments over the course of 15 hours. Congressman Van Drew ultimately voted no on the bill. “This bill increases the costs of American energy. This bill makes everyday goods and… Read more »

My heart aches for the lives that were lost in the senseless shooting in Fairfield Township last night. Police still need assistance in this tragedy, so if you or anyone knows anything that may be of assistance please reach out to the New Jersey State Police's Bridgeton Station by calling (856)451-0101. Read more »

Today, Congressman Jeff Van Drew, joined by 53 of his colleagues, introduced H. Res. 396. This legislation reaffirms American support for the state of Israeli and condemns the deadly attacks initiated by the Islamic terrorist organization Hamas. The rocket attacks, initiated by Hamas beginning on May 9th, 2021, and the ensuing conflict have left over one hundred people dead, including… Read more »

Today, Congressman Jeff Van Drew sent a letter to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin requesting that he allow AMVETS annual “Rolling to Remember” Memorial Day event to safely meet at the Pentagon after being denied due to COVID. The AMVETS organization had recently been tasked by the Biden Administration to serve on their newly formed campaign, COVID-19 Community Corps, to… Read more »

Atlantic City, NJ - Today, Congressman Jeff Van Drew visited Coast Guard Station Atlantic City and presented an award for valor to a Petty Officer who conducted a water rescue. In addition, he also toured and participated in a ride on a Coast Guard Vessel where he spoke about ensuring readiness. Congressman Van Drew sits on the Homeland Security and Transportation and Infrastructure… Read more »

Congressman Jeff Van Drew has introduced a telecommunications legislative package in the House of Representatives focused on addressing the needs of South Jersey residents and underserved communities who have experienced increased costs imposed by their internet provider. The series of bills are aimed at expanding broadband access and availability in underserved communities, limiting… Read more »

Like a child changing the rules of the game when it is not going their way, this scheme to increase Supreme Court justices is just another example of the undermining of the foundations that have kept America balanced and protected. This is only motivated by a dangerous political agenda and not what is best for this nation. I hope everyone will wake up to how scary this is for our future… Read more »

On Monday, April 12, Democrat Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (MI-13) issued a statement on Twitter, calling for an end to policing and incarceration and declaring that policing in America is “inherently and intentionally racist.” Congressman Jeff Van Drew issued the following statement: “At a time when members of Congress sit comfortably behind fortified walls… Read more »