“The people of South Jersey know that climate change is real and that it impacts their quality of life. They see that our streets flood almost every time it rains and they have seen that extreme weather events have become more frequent and more violent.”

American politician, since 2019

Jefferson H. Van Drew is an American politician serving as the U.S. representative for New Jersey's 2nd congressional district since 2019. He first won office as a Democrat and later changed parties, joining the Republican Party in 2020. He is known for his work in the House of Representatives and for the party switch that marked a notable turn in his career. His public statements are tied to his role in federal politics, especially issues connected to his district and his time in Congress.