Rebecca Bennett, a Democratic challenger in New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District, has quietly removed several past social media posts praising prominent progressive leaders as she positions herself as a centrist in a district that narrowly leaned toward Donald Trump in 2024.
Bennett, a Navy veteran and current Air National Guard member, is aiming to unseat Republican incumbent Thomas Kean Jr. Her campaign has emphasized moderate values, but recently deleted posts once showed strong support for figures like Elizabeth Warren and Kamala Harris, as well as backing for Trump’s first impeachment and calls for hearings tied to the 2020 protests.
Republican critics quickly seized on the deletions, accusing Bennett of concealing her political roots to appeal to swing voters. The National Republican Congressional Committee labeled her a “radical scam artist,” claiming the changes were a calculated move to mislead constituents.
Bennett’s campaign dismissed the criticism, highlighting her service record and commitment to working-class families. They argue she represents practical leadership, not partisanship.
With control of the House potentially hinging on a few competitive races, NJ-07 has become one to watch. How Bennett balances her past endorsements with her current moderate messaging may prove critical in one of the nation’s most closely contested battlegrounds.