Thomas H. Kean Jr.

Incumbent Representative in Congress in Westfield, NJ

Thomas H. Kean Jr. is a candidate for Representative in Congress District 7 in Congressional District 7, New Jersey — 2026 Primary Election.

Also running: Michael Roth, Brian Varela, Tina Shah, Rebecca Bennett.

Thomas Howard Kean Jr. is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for New Jersey's 7th congressional district since 2023. A member of the Republican Party, Kean previously represented the 21st legislative district in the New Jersey Senate from 2003 to 2022, serving as minority leader from 2008 to 2022. He also served in the New Jersey General Assembly from 2001 to 2003. Kean holds a bachelor's degree from Dartmouth College and a master's degree from Tufts University.