Mayor in Bergen, New Jersey

2026 Primary Election

• Robert D. White — Incumbent Mayor in Saddle Brook, NJ

  Robert D. White is an incumbent Mayor of Saddle Brook, New Jersey, seeking re-election in 2026. He has served as Mayor for eleven years and is a retired police officer. His campaign focuses on maintaining stable property taxes, improving services, and ensuring family safety, striving to restore a strong sense of community through open and transparent communication. White was recognized as Mayor of the Year in 2016 for his leadership in supporting youth drug prevention programs. He previously ran as a Democrat for Mayor in 2022.

• Omar Rodriguez — Candidate for Mayor in Saddle Brook, NJ

  Omar Rodriguez ran as a challenger for a council seat in Saddle Brook, Bergen County, New Jersey. In a close contest, he narrowly lost to incumbent Andrew Cimiluca after provisional and absentee ballots were counted. Following the certified results, Rodriguez questioned the disqualification of provisional ballots, claiming the number was larger than the margin of victory, and was not present during their tallying. He expressed his intent to explore options, including a potential recount, to challenge the election outcome.