Hudson County Commissioner (district including Kearny, Harrison, East Newark and parts of Jersey City and Secaucus)

Last updated Sat, Nov 7, 4:33 PM ET

2 candidates · General election, November 3, 2026 · Only voters in this district

What this office does

Your county's legislative and governing board. Sets the county budget and property-tax rate, makes zoning and growth decisions, and funds roads, parks, emergency services and other county services.

Candidates

Anmol Gopalak

Republican
Not enough public record yet to place on the left–right scale.

Alex Valdez

Democrat · Nonprofit leader; nurse in training
Not enough public record yet to place on the left–right scale.
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Quick answers

Who is running for Hudson County Commissioner (district including Kearny, Harrison, East Newark and parts of Jersey City and Secaucus) in 2026?
Anmol Gopalak (Republican) and Alex Valdez (Democrat).
What does this office do?
Your county's legislative and governing board. Sets the county budget and property-tax rate, makes zoning and growth decisions, and funds roads, parks, emergency services and other county services.
Who should I vote for in the Hudson County Commissioner (district including Kearny, Harrison, East Newark and parts of Jersey City and Secaucus) race?
SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare each candidate's record, funding, outside spending and endorsements on this page, then decide based on the issues that matter most to you. Enter your address at spectrumvote.com to see this race next to everything else on your ballot.
When is the election?
The general election was Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Counts are unofficial until each state certifies its results over the following weeks; your state or county election office has the official results.

Not sure how to decide? Read our nonpartisan guide to the Hudson County ballot.

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