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- 1New Jersey candidates Kean Jr. and Bennett clash over Iran and tariffs▼New Jersey Republican Tom Kean Jr. and Democrat Rebecca Bennett clash over war in Iran, tariffs
New Jersey Republican Representative Tom Kean Jr. and Democratic challenger Rebecca Bennett faced off in a contentious debate, sparring over US military action against Iran and the Trump administration's tariff policies. Kean defended his party's positions while Bennett pressed him on the costs of war and trade. Multiple national outlets, including the Associated Press and ABC News, covered the exchange.
- 2Tom Kean Jr. Backs Trump on Iran and Tariffs in Debate▼Tom Kean Jr. Backs Trump on Iran and Tariffs, if Not Local Issues https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/28/nyregion/tom-kean-j
Representative Tom Kean Jr. of New Jersey voiced support for President Trump's policies on Iran and tariffs while distancing himself from the administration on local issues, during a debate with challenger Rebecca Bennett. The exchange highlights how Republicans in competitive districts are balancing loyalty to Trump with voter concerns closer to home as the election season intensifies.