UNITE HERE Local 54, the hospitality workers’ union representing over 13,000 workers across New Jersey, Delaware and Eastern PA today announced its endorsement of Tim Alexander in the Democratic primary for Congress in New Jersey’s 2nd Congressional District.

Local 54 members work every day in casinos, hotels, and food service —the backbone of South Jersey’s economy. The union cited Alexander’s commitment to working families, good union jobs, affordable healthcare, and protecting the right of workers to organize as key reasons for its support.

“Tim Alexander has been a union member, PBA #77, for over 4 decades and understands that when workers do better, our entire community does better,” said Donna DeCaprio, President of UNITE HERE Local 54. “He has consistently stood with working people, listened to our members, and fought for fair wages, safe workplaces, and dignity on the job. We are proud to endorse Tim Alexander because he will be a strong voice for South Jersey’s working families in Congress.”

UNITE HERE Local 54 emphasized that the upcoming Democratic primary presents a clear choice for voters who want a representative that will prioritize workers over corporate interests and deliver real results for South Jersey.

“Tim Alexander shares our values and our urgency,” DeCaprio added. “At a time when working families are being squeezed by rising costs and uncertainty, we need leadership that is bold, compassionate, and ready to fight. Tim Alexander is that leader.”

The endorsement follows a unanimous vote of the members of Local 54’sPolitical Action Committee and reflects the union’s commitment to electing candidates who will stand with workers and strengthen the middle class.

About UNITE HERE Local 54
UNITE HERE Local 54 has over 13,000 members working in the hotel, gaming, and food service industries across New Jersey, Delaware and Eastern Pennsylvania.