New Jersey Firefighters Mutual Benevolent Association Endorses Rebecca Bennett in Democratic Primary for Congress

State’s largest firefighters union backed Kean Jr. in 2024

SOMERVILLE, NJ - At its February State Meeting the New Jersey Firefighters Mutual Benevolent Association (NJFMBA), announced its unanimous endorsement of Navy Helicopter Pilot, healthcare business leader, and mom of two, Rebecca Bennett for Congress, in the Democratic primary for Congress in New Jersey’s 7th congressional district.

NJFMBA previously endorsed Republican Tom Kean Jr. during the 2024 election cycle. The Firefighters union represents over 6,500 career firefighters, EMTs, and dispatchers across New Jersey and is the largest union representing Firefighters and first responders in the state.

“The New Jersey Firefighters Mutual Benevolent Association is proud to endorse Rebecca Bennett for Congress in the crowded primary for Congress in NJ-07 because she has consistently shown she will show up for our firefighters, first responders, and their families. Rebecca listens, she understands the challenges our members face on the job, and we trust her to fight for the protections, benefits, and resources firefighters depend on. With the constant uncertainties in funding or the continuance of programs and grants for our First Responders, we need leaders in Washington that will stand up, fight hard, and not sit quietly on the sidelines. She’s exactly the kind of leader we need representing us in Washington,” said Eddie Donnelly - President, NJFMBA.

“I’m deeply honored to earn the support of the FMBA. As a former Navy helicopter pilot, I put my life on the line to serve this country – that’s exactly what our firefighters and first responders do every single day to make sure families across New Jersey are safe and out of harm’s way”, said Rebecca Bennett. “They deserve a representative who will fight for them with the same courage and commitment they bring to their work. In Congress, I’m ready to follow in Congressman Pascrell’s footsteps and serve as a steadfast advocate for our first responders, ensuring they have the resources and support they need to protect our communities and come home safely to their families.”