About this race
By: DDHQ Automation
In the upcoming election for New Jersey's 7th Congressional District, incumbent Thomas Kean Jr., a Dartmouth College alumni and current U.S. Representative, is seeking re-election. At 56 years old, Kean Jr. has been a notable figure in the political landscape of the district. Challenging him is Susan Altman, whose educational background includes a degree from Columbia University. Altman works as a nonprofit executive director, bringing her experience in the nonprofit sector to the political arena.
The United States House of Representatives currently consists of 220 Republicans, 212 Democrats, and 3 vacancies. In terms of demographic composition, the district's population is 71% Non-Hispanic White, 12% Hispanic, 6% Black, and 10% Asian.
Historically, the district has shown a tendency for close contests. In the 2020 Presidential Election, Joe Biden secured a victory with a margin of 4%. The 2022 House election was also closely contested, with Kean winning by a margin of 3%. The district is considered competitive, indicating that both parties see a viable path to victory. With the current composition of the House, this race could play a key role in determining the balance of power.
Content generated by ChatGPT using Decision Desk HQ proprietary data.