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Josh Gottheimer

U.S. House of Representatives - New Jersey 5th Congressional District

District 5, New Jersey

Josh Gottheimer is a seasoned American politician and Democratic Party member, serving as the U.S. Representative for New Jersey's 5th congressional district since 2017. Born in New Jersey, Gottheimer's expansive district covers areas from the suburbs of New York City in Bergen County to rural regions in Passaic and Sussex Counties. He holds a Bachelor's in American History from the University of Pennsylvania, a JD from Harvard University, and a Doctorate in Modern History from the University of Oxford. Gottheimer's career is marked by diverse roles, including speechwriting for presidential campaigns, executive positions at Ford Motor Company and Microsoft, and strategic communication roles in both public and private sectors. He has also served as a visiting professor.