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Jake
Auchincloss

Democratic incumbent U.S. Representative for Massachusetts's 4th Congressional District; Marine veteran and former Newton City Councilor.

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Background

Jake Auchincloss is the Democratic U.S. Representative for Massachusetts's 4th Congressional District, having first taken office on January 3, 2021. He was born and raised in Newton, Massachusetts, where he attended Newton North High School before earning an A.B. from Harvard University (2010) and an M.B.A. from MIT (2016). 12

Before entering Congress, Auchincloss served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 2010 to 2015, commanding infantry in Afghanistan and serving in special operations in Panama. After his military service, he worked in business roles including product development at Liberty Mutual and at a cybersecurity startup. 12

Auchincloss served three terms on the Newton City Council from 2016 to 2020 before winning election to Congress. He currently serves in the 119th Congress (2025–2027) representing the 4th District. 19

In 2026, Auchincloss is running as the Democratic incumbent in the general election for Massachusetts's 4th Congressional District, scheduled for November 3, 2026. 45

At a glance

Party
Democratic · Incumbent
Running for
U.S. House · District 4, Massachusetts
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
U.S. Representative, Massachusetts 4th Congressional District
Website
jakeforma.com(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

Each position links to the page it was drawn from. Quotes are verbatim.

Voting record

How Jake Auchincloss voted in Congress: 118th Congress (2023–24) and 119th Congress (2025–26), Jan 3, 2023 to Sep 16, 2026. From the official House and Senate roll call records.

roll call votes
1,909
missed
3.0%
with their party’s majority
97%

Recent key votes

  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · S2403 · Economy & jobs
    Retire through Ownership Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9497 · Climate & energy
    Water Resources Development Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9340 · Climate & energy
    Ratepayer Protection Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HJRES213 · Climate & energy
    Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the “California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision”
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    No
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR10326 · Crime & public safety
    PROOF Act
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    No
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9576 · Crime & public safety
    National Fraud Enforcement Division Act
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 15, 2026 · House · HJRES210 · Climate & energy
    Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to “California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth; Notice of Decision”
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    No
  • Sep 15, 2026 · House · HR9500 · Taxes & budget
    Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes

Key votes are final decisions on bills and joint resolutions, and top nominations. Software sorts each into an issue from its official title, so check the roll call. All 1,909 votes →

Timeline

  1. Oct 11
    poll
    No public polling found for Auchincloss vs. Stalcup general election matchup

    Scrutinel's October 11 race page noted 'No public polling of this matchup.' Its forecast was a model-based estimate rather than a published poll.

    Massachusetts 4th District · Scrutinel · Oct 11, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 8
    news
    Auchincloss discusses Democratic priorities, dark money, and Pete Hegseth in recorded Snyder conversation

    In a recorded conversation with Timothy Snyder, Auchincloss discussed Democratic priorities including affordability, accountability for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, and dark money. He backed overturning Citizens United through state corporate-charter law.

    Where Do Democrats Go From Here? With Rep. Jake Auchincloss · Oct 8, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Oct 7
    endorsement
    Franklin Democratic Town Committee announces support for Auchincloss slate

    The Franklin Democratic Town Committee announced local party support for a slate that included Auchincloss ahead of the November 3 general election.

    Franklin Parties Gear up For Election · Oct 7, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Oct 4
    news
    Auchincloss pens Boston Herald op-ed urging Yes vote on Massachusetts gun-safety ballot Question 9

    In a Boston Herald opinion piece, Auchincloss urged voters to support Question 9, writing: 'On Nov. 3, join me in voting Yes on Question 9, Yes for civil rights, and Yes for public safety.'

    Auchincloss: Keep sensible gun safety laws in Mass. · Oct 4, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Sep 22
    news
    Auchincloss visits UMass Chan to discuss NIH research funding cuts

    After visiting UMass Chan Medical School on September 21, Auchincloss discussed federal research funding reductions, warning of consequences 'for all the patients who could be treated and won't be, and for the young investigators who will give up.'

    U.S. Rep. Jake Auchincloss visits UMass Chan to discuss research funding cuts, point-of-care clinical trials · Sep 22, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Sep 17
    filing
    Auchincloss listed as Democratic candidate vs. Republican Stalcup in voter guides

    Voter guides dated September 17 formally listed Auchincloss as the Democratic candidate and Thomas Stalcup as the Republican candidate for the MA-04 U.S. House race.

    MA voter guide for the General election on Nov 03, 2026. · Sep 27, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  7. Sep 15
    news
    Auchincloss and Rep. Houchin introduce bipartisan 16 & Up Social Media Act

    Auchincloss and Republican Rep. Erin Houchin announced legislation to set a national minimum age of 16 for covered social-media accounts. Auchincloss stated: 'Social media corporations addict children for profit.'

    Reps. Auchincloss, Houchin Introduce Bipartisan 16 & Up Social Media Act to Keep Kids Under 16 Off Addictive Social Media Platforms · Sep 15, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  8. Sep 1
    news
    Auchincloss wins Democratic primary with 73.1% against AI researcher Jason Poulos

    Auchincloss defeated Jason Poulos in the MA-04 Democratic primary with 73.1% to Poulos's 26.8%, advancing to the November 3 general election against Republican Thomas Stalcup.

    Who's running in Massachusetts's 4th congressional district · Sep 13, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • Moms Demand Action organization
    Awarded Auchincloss its 2026 Gun Sense Candidate distinction; no announcement date stated on the campaign page. jakeforma.com
  • Foreign Policy for America organization
    Listed on the campaign endorsements page; no date given. jakeforma.com
  • Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) union
    Listed on the campaign endorsements page; no announcement date given. jakeforma.com
  • Vote Yes for a Safe Massachusetts organization
    Listed on the campaign endorsements page; no date given. jakeforma.com
  • Progressive Turnout Project organization
    Listed on the campaign endorsements page; no date given. jakeforma.com
  • Human Rights Campaign organization
    Listed on the campaign endorsements page; no date given. jakeforma.com
  • Brady PAC organization
    Endorsed Auchincloss for reelection; no announcement date stated on the campaign page. jakeforma.com
  • Planned Parenthood Action Fund organization
    Said it was proud to endorse Auchincloss for Congress; no announcement date stated on the campaign page. jakeforma.com
  • Giffords organization
    Listed on the campaign endorsements page; no date given. jakeforma.com
  • Massachusetts AFL-CIO union
    Endorsed Auchincloss as one of the Massachusetts congressional incumbents backed by the organization, per a report published September 19, 2026. bostonherald.com · Sep 19, 2026
  • AFGE (American Federation of Government Employees) union
    Endorsed Auchincloss as one of eight Massachusetts House incumbents backed by the largest federal employee union. afge.org · Jul 20, 2026
  • Twenty Democratic Massachusetts state legislators (state senators: Cindy Creem, Paul Feeney, Becca Rausch, Mike Rodrigues; state representatives: James Arena-DeRosa, Lisa Field, Carole Fiola, Dennis Gallagher, Jim Hawkins, Brian Murray, Steve Ouellette, Alice Peisch, Ted Philips, Jeff Roy, Amy Mah Sangiolo, Adam Scanlon, Greg Schwartz, Alan Silvia, Josh Tarsky, Tommy Vitolo) official
    Every Democratic state senator and representative whose district overlapped the 4th Congressional District endorsed Auchincloss for reelection. franklinmatters.org · Jan 31, 2026

Past elections

General election results for federal office, from the Federal Election Commission.

YearSeatResultVotesShare
2022U.S. House MA-04 · DWon201,88296.9%
2020U.S. House MA-04 · DWon251,10260.8%

Covers the 2016 to 2022 general elections. The FEC has not yet published 2024 congressional results.

Campaign finance

Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.

Raised
$3.63M
Spent
$1.27M
Cash on hand
$7.34M

As of Aug 12, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H0MA04192(opens in a new tab)

Sources 22

  1. [1] Massachusetts 4th District · Scrutinel(opens in a new tab) Oct 11, 2026
  2. [2] Where Do Democrats Go From Here? With Rep. Jake Auchincloss(opens in a new tab) Oct 8, 2026
  3. [3] Franklin Parties Gear up For Election(opens in a new tab) Oct 7, 2026
  4. [4] Auchincloss: Keep sensible gun safety laws in Mass.(opens in a new tab) Oct 4, 2026
  5. [5] 2026 Representative in Congress Fourth District(opens in a new tab) Oct 2, 2026
  6. [6] MA voter guide for the General election on Nov 03, 2026.(opens in a new tab) Sep 27, 2026
  7. [7] U.S. Rep. Jake Auchincloss visits UMass Chan to discuss research funding cuts, point-of-care clinical trials(opens in a new tab) Sep 22, 2026
  8. [8] Massachusetts labor union endorses nearly all incumbents as businesses, workers flee(opens in a new tab) Sep 19, 2026
  9. [9] Reps. Auchincloss, Houchin Introduce Bipartisan 16 & Up Social Media Act to Keep Kids Under 16 Off Addictive Social Media Platforms(opens in a new tab) Sep 15, 2026
  10. [10] Who's running in Massachusetts's 4th congressional district(opens in a new tab) Sep 13, 2026
  11. [11] Endorsements — Jake Auchincloss for Congress(opens in a new tab) Aug 13, 2026
  12. [12] Largest Federal Employee Union Endorses 8 Massachusetts ... - AFGE(opens in a new tab) Jul 20, 2026
  13. [13] Auchincloss takes tax talk to Fox audience | U.S. Congressman Jake Auchincloss Of Massachusetts 4th District(opens in a new tab) Feb 4, 2026
  14. [14] State Legislators Endorse Jake Auchincloss for ... - Franklin Matters(opens in a new tab) Jan 31, 2026
  15. [15] Building a strong middle class | U.S. Congressman Jake Auchincloss Of Massachusetts 4th District(opens in a new tab) Jan 22, 2026
  16. [16] Memorandum RE: Jake Auchincloss’ Third Year in Congress | U.S. Congressman Jake Auchincloss Of Massachusetts 4th District(opens in a new tab) Jan 22, 2026
  17. [17] RELEASE: Auchincloss Calls for Including Affordable Housing Policy in Forthcoming Tax Package | U.S. Congressman Jake Auchincloss Of Massachusetts 4th District(opens in a new tab) Jan 19, 2026
  18. [18] STATEMENT: Auchincloss: “We Cannot Fail Ourselves Or Our Allies” | U.S. Congressman Jake Auchincloss Of Massachusetts 4th District(opens in a new tab) Jan 19, 2026
  19. [19] Press Releases | U.S. Congressman Jake Auchincloss Of Massachusetts 4th District(opens in a new tab) Aug 5, 2025
  20. [20] Gov. Healey demands answers after ICE arrests Milford high school student | U.S. Congressman Jake Auchincloss Of Massachusetts 4th District(opens in a new tab) Jun 2, 2025
  21. [21] Protecting reproductive rights | U.S. Congressman Jake Auchincloss Of Massachusetts 4th District(opens in a new tab) Feb 6, 2023
  22. [22] Ending gun violence | U.S. Congressman Jake Auchincloss Of Massachusetts 4th District(opens in a new tab) Feb 10, 2022
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