Thomas Kean

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Thomas Howard Kean Jr.

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth September 5, 1968 (Age: 57)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Thomas Kean graduated from Dartmouth College and was appointed to the New Jersey General Assembly in 2001. He subsequently transitioned to the New Jersey Senate, where he served as minority leader. Kean has demonstrated leadership in managing institutional risk, having spent nearly a decade in high-finance before entering public service. His professional expertise includes advocating for economic policies that promote job creation and clean energy initiatives.

Political Ideas

Thomas Kean blends conservative economic policies with progressive healthcare initiatives, creating a nuanced ideological stance. His support for clean energy and property tax relief aligns with traditional conservative values, yet his advocacy for IVF and income tax credits for fertility treatments showcases a progressive streak. Kean's opposition to the EATS Act, despite its environmental merits, reveals a calculated defense of states' rights over federal agricultural policy. His legislative record indicates an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, suggesting a highly localized approach to policymaking.

Campaigns
2026: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ACTIVE

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 7th District

Active

(Incumbent) Competing Candidates: Beth Adubato , Greg Vartan , Megan O'Rourke , Rebecca Bennett , Sara Sooy , Thomas Kean , Valentina Mendoza

New Jersey House of Representatives 7th District Republican Primary

Unopposed

Win
2024: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New Jersey 7th District, U.S.A. House of Representatives

223,331 votes (51.80%)

Win

Position Details

Committee Membership
Foreign Affairs
Energy and Commerce
2022: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

2022 New Jersey's 7th congressional district election

159,392 votes (51.40%)

Win
2020: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

New Jersey's 7th congressional district, 2020

214,359 votes (49.40%)

Loss

Winner: Tom Malinowski

2017: New Jersey State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

21st Legislative District general election

37,579 votes (54.70%)

Win
2006: U.S.A. Senate

Election History

U.S.A. Senator in New Jersey, 2006

997,775 votes (44.30%)

Loss

United States Senate election in New Jersey

997,775 votes (44.30%)

Loss

Winner: Bob Menendez