Brian Varela for NJ-7 Expands Hunterdon County Support with Major New Wave of Endorsements

After Surpassing $1 Million Raised, Varela’s Coalition Now Includes Six NJ-07 Assembly Nominees and 2 Former County Chairs

MORRIS COUNTY, NJ — Congressional candidate Brian Varela today announced a major new wave of endorsements from Democratic leaders across Hunterdon County, marking another milestone for a campaign that has raised over $1 million since launching in April.

The diverse slate includes LD-23 Assembly candidates Guy Citron and Tyler Powell, joining fellow Democratic nominees from LD-24 and LD-25 in backing Varela. In total, six of the fourteen Democratic Assembly nominees across NJ-07 have endorsed his campaign—a clear sign of its growing reach and momentum.

“This campaign is about fighting for the heart of New Jersey—and the shared Democratic values that define our communities,” said Brian Varela. “I’m deeply grateful to these leaders for their tireless work on behalf of Hunterdon County residents. As an organizer myself, I know what it takes to build strong, inclusive communities—and together, we’re proving what’s possible for New Jersey families.”

Latest Endorsers Include:

• Deb Bonomi – Dem Nominee for Tewksbury Township Council
• Ellen Pehek – Municipal Chair of Hampton Borough
• Guy Citron – Dem Nominee for Assembly, LD23
• Joey Novick, Esq. – Former Hunterdon Dems County Chair and Former Councilman in Flemington
• John Dale – Dem Nominee for County Commissioner
• Nicholas F. Labelle – Municipal Chair & Dem Nominee for Union Township Council
• Pauline Jaffe – Former Municipal Chair of Clinton Township
• Susan Toczylowski – Dem Nominee for County Commissioner
• Thomas Davis – Municipal Chair & Dem Nominee of Glen Gardner Borough
• Tyler Powell – Dem Nominee for Assembly, LD23

Varela has now earned 33 endorsements from Democratic leaders across NJ-07—including six previously announced from Hunterdon County—and has received support from more than 2,100 individual contributors. His campaign continues to build a district-wide coalition in one of the most closely watched congressional races in the nation.

Among the newest supporters is Guy Citron, Democratic Assembly candidate for LD-23, who called Varela “the clear choice to take on Tom Kean Jr. and represent New Jersey.”

“Brian is vibrant, energetic, and a fighter. He doesn’t back down from challenges—he faces them head-on and wins,” said Citron. “His deep community ties and principled approach prove he’s the candidate New Jersey’s 7th District deserves. I’m proud to unequivocally endorse him and confident in the passion and determination he’ll bring to Washington.”

Union Township Municipal Chair Nick LaBelle echoed that support.

“From putting himself through college, supporting his family when his mother was sick, and raising his younger brother after she passed, Brian embodies the values of family, community, and empathy that define New Jersey’s 7th District,” said LaBelle. “He’s lived the same hardships so many of us face—and come out stronger, with an unmatched drive for public service. Brian’s the fighter we need to take on Tom Kean Jr. and deliver for New Jersey families.”

Varela has previously received endorsements from: Alicia Sharma, State Committeewoman and Former Dem Nominee for Assembly (LD24); Bob Hathaway, Councilman in Netcong and Municipal Chair of Netcong; Brandon Arias,Councilman in Flemington; Bud Ravitz, Former Democratic Nominee for County Commissioner and Committeeman in Morris Township; Caitlin Killian, Municipal Chair of Chester Twp; Carisa Baldwin, Municipal Chair of Wharton; Dr. Jonathan Torres, Former Dem Nominee for Assembly (LD25); Dr. Patrick R. Conner, Municipal Chair of Washington Twp; Eugene Grinberg, Dem Nominee for Assembly (LD24); Jeremy Long, Councilman in Flemington; Jess Price, Municipal Chair of Mount Arlington; John Holt, Former Municipal Chair of Washington Twp; Jonathan Sackett, State Committeeman, Former Democratic Nominee for County Commissioner, and Councilman in Rockaway Township; Judy Hernandez, Former Democratic Nominee for County Commissioner and Councilwoman in Parsippany; Lew Candura, Former Morris Dems County Chair; Marisa Sweeney, Dem Nominee for Assembly (LD25); Patricia Campos Medina, Labor Leader, Former U.S. Senate Candidate, Progressive Leader; Stacy Strum, Municipal Chair of Chester Borough; Steve Barratt, Dem Nominee for Assembly (LD24); Steve Pylypchuck, Dem Nominee for Assembly (LD25) and Councilman in Morristown,Susan Englehardt, Councilwoman in Flemington; Tony Parker, Council President in Flemington; Trent Levitt, Municipal Chair of Flemington.

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About Brian Varela

Brian Varela is a 36-year-old first-generation American, father, and entrepreneur, running for Congress in NJ-07 to ensure that every family has a fair shot at the American Dream. In Congress, Brian will fight for substantive reforms to defend our democracy and lower costs across the economy.

Raised in New Jersey by immigrant parents, Brian put himself through college, helped raise his younger brother, and built one of the fastest-growing companies in America during the COVID crisis. Recognized by Inc. Magazine and NJ Business Magazine for leadership and innovation, Brian brings a real-world perspective to one of the most competitive House races in the nation.

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