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Kean Jr. Absent, NJ 7th Toss-Up; Democrats Win 60-40

4/24/2026

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  • Rep. Tom Kean Jr. has been absent from the House for a month, missing 50 roll-call votes since March 5, and office cites health issues and expects his return soon.
  • Analysts say the Seventh District, which U.S. President Donald Trump carried by one point in 2024, is now a toss-up.
  • Democrat Analilia Mejia defeated Republican Joe Hathaway 60% to 40% in a special election in the Eleventh District, underscoring Democratic momentum.