Sheriff Koutoujian Moves a Step Closer to Run for Congress

Middlesex County Sheriff Peter J. Koutoujian announced Thursday that he is opening a Congressional campaign committee account.

The move is a serious indication that Koutoujian will run for U.S. Congress if Congressman Edward Markey wins the U.S. Senate special election next month.

"I have dedicated my life to working on issues important to the people I have been honored to represent as a legislator and now as Sheriff.  If given the opportunity, I intend to fight for the people of the 5th Congressional district as their representative in Washington," said Koutoujian. "Throughout my career, I have focused on guaranteeing access to quality, affordable health care, enacting common sense measures to strengthen our economy, ensuring public safety and providing our schools with the tools necessary to allow students to thrive."

Koutoujian was appointed Middlesex County sheriff in 2011 and won election last year. He also served the in Massachusetts House of Representatives, representing the communities of Waltham, Watertown and Newton. 

The campaign committee called “Koutoujian for Congress” allows the candidate to raise money for a campaign and hire campaign staff.