New Jersey

New Jersey Statewide Primary Election

The New Jersey Statewide Primary Election on June 2, 2026, is a partisan primary election where voters select nominees for various state and federal offices, including the U.S. Senate, U.S. House of Representatives, and statewide executive positions. This election determines which candidates will appear on the general election ballot in November 2026.

New Jersey U.S. Senate Primary Election

The New Jersey U.S. Senate Primary Election on June 2, 2026, will determine the Democratic and Republican nominees for the state's Class I U.S. Senate seat. The winner of each party's primary will advance to the general election to challenge the incumbent U.S. Senator or run for an open seat, depending on the incumbent's status.

New Jersey U.S. House Primary Elections

Incumbent: Thomas H. Kean Jr.

The 2026 New Jersey U.S. House primary elections will be held on June 2, 2026, to select Democratic and Republican nominees for New Jersey's 12 congressional districts. Voters will choose candidates who will advance to the general election on November 3, 2026, to represent the state in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Newark Mayoral Election

The Newark Mayoral Election on May 12, 2026, will determine the next mayor of New Jersey's largest city. The incumbent mayor is not seeking re-election, making this an open race with significant attention on public safety, economic development, and education reform.

Newark City Council Election

Incumbent: Dupree Kelly

The Newark City Council Election on May 12, 2026, will determine the representatives for all nine wards of Newark, New Jersey. Voters will elect one council member per ward to serve four-year terms, with all council seats up for election in this municipal contest.

Jersey City Mayoral Election

Incumbent: Steven Fulop

The Jersey City mayoral election on May 12, 2026, will determine the city's chief executive for a four-year term. The incumbent mayor is seeking re-election amid challenges focused on public safety, economic development, and municipal reform.

Jersey City City Council Election

Incumbent: Joyce Watterman

The Jersey City City Council Election on May 12, 2026, will determine representation for all nine wards of Jersey City, New Jersey. Voters will elect one council member per ward to serve four-year terms on the municipal legislative body.

Paterson Mayoral Election

Incumbent: Andre Sayegh

The Paterson Mayoral Election on May 12, 2026, will determine the next mayor of Paterson, New Jersey, the state's third-largest city. The election is nonpartisan, but candidates typically align with major parties, and the winner will serve a four-year term overseeing city operations, budget, and public safety.

Paterson City Council Election

Incumbent: Michael Jackson

The Paterson City Council Election on May 12, 2026, will determine members of the municipal legislative body for Paterson, New Jersey. Voters will elect council representatives from the city's six wards, as well as any at-large seats, to serve four-year terms overseeing local policies, budget approvals, and constituent services.

Elizabeth Mayoral Election

Incumbent: Christian Bollwage

The Elizabeth mayoral election on May 12, 2026, will determine the next mayor of Elizabeth, New Jersey, the fourth-largest city in the state. The elected official will serve a four-year term overseeing city operations, public safety, budget, and local policy implementation.

Elizabeth City Council Election

Incumbent: Chris Bollwage

The Elizabeth City Council Election in New Jersey will be held on May 12, 2026, to elect members of the municipal governing body. The city council is responsible for local ordinances, budget approval, and oversight of city services in Elizabeth, New Jersey's fourth-largest city.

Edison Mayoral Election

Incumbent: Sam Joshi

The Edison Mayoral Election on May 12, 2026, will determine the next mayor of Edison, New Jersey, the state's fifth-most populous municipality. The office oversees city government, public safety, infrastructure, and local budgeting in a diverse suburban community of over 100,000 residents.

Edison Township Council Election

The Edison Township Council Election will be held on May 12, 2026, to fill three of the seven seats on the municipal council. These four-year terms are part of Edison's nonpartisan municipal government structure, where council members serve staggered terms and are elected at-large.

Woodbridge Mayoral Election

Incumbent: John E. McCormac

The Woodbridge Mayoral Election will be held on May 12, 2026, to elect the mayor of Woodbridge Township, New Jersey. This municipal election determines the chief executive of the township, responsible for overseeing local government operations, public safety, budgeting, and community development.

Woodbridge Township Council Election

Incumbent: John E. Mitchum

The Woodbridge Township Council Election on May 12, 2026, will determine the composition of the municipal governing body in Woodbridge Township, New Jersey. Voters will elect council members to serve four-year terms, with seats up for election across multiple wards. This nonpartisan municipal election influences local policy on zoning, public safety, budgeting, and infrastructure.