Rep. Josh Gottheimer, who represents New Jersey’s 5th district in the U.S. Congress, recently shared updates on his legislative priorities and local engagements through a series of posts on social media.
On May 1, 2026, Gottheimer wrote about his efforts to advance medical research: “I’ve been fighting to support cutting-edge stem cell research to unlock treatments and cures for diseases like cancer, Parkinson’s, and more. That’s why I’m helping lead bipartisan legislation to reauthorize critical stem cell research programs and keep America at the forefront”.
Later that day, he highlighted state identity in a separate post: “This is about Jersey pride. It’s about making sure that when people come here, whether it’s for the World Cup, on vacation, for business, or just passing through, they leave knowing exactly where they were: New Jersey.”
On May 2, 2026, Gottheimer described a meeting with healthcare professionals: “Great meeting with Jersey representatives from the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists today. We talked about strengthening the workforce, cutting red tape, and expanding access to affordable care, especially in underserved communities.”
Gottheimer has represented New Jersey’s 5th District since replacing Scott Garrett in 2017 (https://www.congress.gov/member/josh-gottheimer/G000583). He was born in Livingston in 1975 and currently resides in Wyckoff. He holds degrees from the University of Pennsylvania (BA) and Harvard University (JD).
