New Jersey's 7th Congressional District
Coverage of New Jersey's 7th Congressional District in the Nexus archive.
- New Jersey primary results: Bennett wins Democratic primary to face Kean
Rebecca Bennett will face Tom Kean Jr. in November for New Jersey's 7th Congressional District, ABC News projects.
- NJ‑7 primary election results roll in after polls close
Rebecca Bennett has won the NJ-7 primary and will face Tom Kean Jr. in the November midterm election. Kean Jr. was unopposed for the GOP nomination.
- AP Decision Notes: What to expect in New Jersey’s state primary
New Jersey voters will nominate candidates for Congress in a primary featuring a competitive 7th Congressional District race between Republican Tom Kean Jr. and Democratic contenders including Rebecca Bennett. The district, which Donald Trump narrowly won in 2024, is pivotal for potential U.S. House control. U.S. Sen. Cory Booker faces no primary opposition in his bid for a third term.
- ‘What’s the word?’ New Jersey voters look for answers about Tom Kean Jr.“s absence from Congress
Tom Kean Jr., GOP candidate for New Jersey's 7th Congressional District, has been absent from Congress for nearly three months due to an unexplained medical issue. His office states he remains a candidate for re-election, with his campaign consultant citing a medical emergency. The district, a key target for Democrats, has a history of shifting between parties.
- 'What's the word?' New Jersey voters look for answers about Tom Kean Jr.'s absence from Congress
Republican Tom Kean Jr. has been absent from Congress for nearly three months due to an unexplained medical emergency, drawing attention as he represents a key district in New Jersey. His campaign states he is dealing with a medical emergency and will return soon, while his absence has become a political issue in a district that has recently shifted between parties.
- Absent congressmember Tom Kean Jr. starts working the phone
Rep. Tom Kean Jr. has resumed communication after a 2.5-month absence due to an undisclosed illness, calling Republican county chairs in his competitive 7th Congressional District and giving his first interview since March. The New Jersey Republican confirmed plans to run for reelection and expects to return to voting and campaigning within weeks. His extended absence had drawn national media attention and speculation about his health and political future.