Trump Bedminster golf course falls to Dems as Republicans lose key House seat

New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District, associated with President Donald Trump’s golf course, has been projected to shift to Democratic representation with the expected victory of Rebecca Bennett over incumbent Tom Kean Jr. Kean, who faced scrutiny for a four-month absence due to treatment for depression, defended his legislative record while Bennett criticized Trump’s policies. Republican groups had previously withdrawn financial support from the district, signaling a difficult race for Kean.

• Democrat Rebecca Bennett is projected to win New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District, defeating Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr.
• The district, which includes President Donald Trump’s Bedminster golf course, is considered a significant gain for House Democrats.
• Kean Jr. had previously been absent from Congress for four months due to treatment for depression, a situation he addressed upon his return.
• During the campaign, Kean defended Trump’s economic record and Iran policy, while Bennett criticized tariffs and blamed the Middle East conflict for high gas prices.
• Republican campaign groups had reportedly withdrawn funding from the district, indicating it was seen as a challenging race for the GOP.