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Jake Auchincloss discusses congressional authority and party politics in recent tweets

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U.S. Rep. Jake Auchincloss Representing of 4th District Massachusetts | Official U.S. House headshot

U.S. Rep. Jake Auchincloss Representing of 4th District Massachusetts | Official U.S. House headshot

Jake Auchincloss, a member of the U.S. Congress representing Massachusetts' 4th district, has been vocal on social media regarding key political issues. His recent tweets cover topics such as congressional authority, party politics, and trade policy.

On March 8, 2025, Auchincloss expressed his views on the legislative power of Congress. He stated that "Congress cannot cede the power of the purse." He emphasized that if Congress relinquishes its appropriations authority to the president, it would effectively become "a board of advisors, not a legislature."

The following day, March 9, 2025, Auchincloss made a pointed remark about political alignment within parties. He tweeted that "The party of Reagan has become the party of Russia."

On March 10, 2025, Auchincloss commented on trade and industrial policy proposals by another politician named Chris. He supported some of Chris's ideas and noted their potential impact in contrasting with GOP policies. Auchincloss mentioned his agreement with certain proposals such as tariffs on China and closing loopholes: "More of this, please."

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