NW Bergen News

Josh Gottheimer, a member of the U.S. Congress representing New Jersey's 5th district, has expressed strong opinions regarding recent actions by President Trump through a series of tweets. Gottheimer, who succeeded Scott Garrett in 2017, has consistently been vocal about his stance on various national issues.

On January 21, 2025, Gottheimer tweeted about President Trump's pardoning decision: "He even pardoned 1,500 lawless thugs — who attacked our brave police officers with an American flagpole in an attempt to undermine our democracy and freedom." This tweet reflects his concern over the implications of these pardons on law enforcement and democratic values.

In another tweet from the same day, Gottheimer criticized President Trump's executive actions related to environmental policies: "Last night, President Trump unleashed a wave of executive actions that will gut environmental protections and our global climate leadership and make our country less safe." The congressman highlighted potential negative impacts on environmental safety and climate leadership.

Additionally, Gottheimer reaffirmed his commitment to affordability for families while expressing readiness to oppose policies that conflict with local values: "From the beginning, I have said that I’ll work with anyone to make life more affordable for Jersey families. But let me be clear: as President Trump begins his second term, I will always fight back whenever he attacks our Jersey Values." This statement underscores his dedication to representing New Jersey's interests.