Press Releases

New Jersey - Today, Congressman Van Drew released the following statement unleashing on Atlantic City Electric's parent company, Exelon, as the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 210 strike continues into its third week.  "When I hear Atlantic City Electric will no longer recognize Veterans Day as a holiday; when I hear families' health benefits are being… Read more »

Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew sent a letter to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Marcia Fudge, requesting an immediate federal takeover of the Atlantic City Housing Authority (the Authority) for its complete failure in ensuring the safety of South Jersey residents.  "Because of the total lack of leadership by the Atlantic… Read more »

Washington, DC - Congressman Van Drew led eight of his colleagues in a bipartisan letter to Department of State Secretary Antony Blinken and Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas urging the departments to establish a lawful pathway for any individual identifying as Jewish who requires immediate temporary relocation.  "The abhorrent and… Read more »

Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew celebrates Orsted's, a Danish wind giant, cancellation of its offshore wind projects in South Jersey, Ocean Wind 1 and 2. "These Green New Deal style wind farms were bad for our economy, our environment, and would have been a complete disaster for hardworking middle-class families in South Jersey," said Congressman Van Drew. "From the… Read more »

South Jersey - Congressman Van Drew invites all middle and high school students in New Jersey's Second Congressional District to participate in the 2023 Congressional App Challenge, a yearly opportunity for the next generation to showcase their talents and make a positive impact through technology. "The Congressional App Challenge is a great way for young programmers across the… Read more »

Congressman Van Drew unequivocally stands with Israel and its people against these brutal and horrific attacks by Hamas terrorists. Please utilize the U.S. State Department resources provided below if you or a loved one in Israel needs assistance.  Crisis Intake Form for U.S. citizens and eligible family members in Israel who need assistance from the State Department:… Read more »

Washington, DC - Yesterday, amid the horrific attacks on Israeli citizens, a leader and founder of Hamas called for a global Jihad against Jewish communities this Friday, October 13th. "This latest escalation of hate is absolutely abhorrent and must be condemned universally in the strongest possible terms," said Congressman Van Drew. "This call for violence endangers the lives… Read more »

Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew announced the re-introduction of his No IDs for Illegals Act and was joined by thirteen of his colleagues as original cosponsors. This comes after reports that the Biden administration is planning to distribute identification cards to illegal immigrants, further incentivizing illegal immigration into our… Read more »

Atlantic City, NJ - Today, Congressman Van Drew issued the following statement on reports that President Biden is offering the Atlantic City, NJ airport to house illegal immigrants who are currently located in New York City.  "President Biden and his administration have continually refused to enforce our nation's rule of law. Instead of securing our southern… Read more »

Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew sent a letter to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and President Biden regarding the recent reporting that President Biden offered the Atlantic City International Airport as housing for illegal immigrants currently located in New York City, and expressed his absolute opposition to the… Read more »