Anthony Talerico Jr.

Anthony Talerico Jr. is a candidate for Mayor Primary Election in 2026 in Monmouth, New Jersey.

Incumbent Mayor in Eatontown, NJ

Also running: Maria Grazia Escalante.

Anthony Talerico Jr. is the Mayor of Eatontown, New Jersey. A registered nurse specializing in oncology at Monmouth Medical Center, he is also a 2018 graduate of Brookdale Community College’s nursing program, having previously studied accounting and forensic accounting at the University of Scranton. As mayor, Talerico advocates for community health initiatives, particularly mental health awareness, and works to combat stigma. He ran for mayor as a Democrat in 2022, emphasizing the valuable multitasking and advocacy skills nurses bring to leadership roles and encouraging greater civic engagement among healthcare professionals.