New Jersey Democrats pick opponent in district where U.S. Rep. Tom Kean Jr. has been absent
Summary
Democrats in New Jersey’s 7th District are choosing a nominee to run against Republican U.S. Rep. Tom Kean Jr., who has been absent from Congress due to medical reasons. The district is competitive and important for both parties as they try to control the House of Representatives.Key Facts
- Tom Kean Jr., a Republican, currently represents New Jersey’s 7th District but has been away from Congress for months due to a health problem.
- Kean plans to run for a third term despite his absence.
- The 7th District includes suburban areas, farmland, and one of President Trump’s golf clubs.
- Four Democrats are competing to challenge Kean: Rebecca Bennett, Michael Roth, Tina Shah, and Brian Varela.
- Bennett is a former Navy helicopter pilot, Roth worked at the Small Business Administration, Shah is a doctor, and Varela is a businessman supported by progressive groups.
- The Democratic primary is closely contested, with all candidates raising large amounts of money.
- This seat has historically been competitive, with incumbents losing it twice in the last ten years.
- Both Democrats and Republicans see this district as important for controlling the House.
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