Brian Varela

One of the things I’m most proud of in this race is the coalition we’ve built. Today, we have a chance to turn this coalition into real change. Polls are open from 6 AM to 8 PM. Find your polling location at voter.svrs.nj.gov/polling-plac... and GO VOTE VARELA!

Election Day is here! Polls are open now and will stay open until 8pm. You can find your polling location here: voter.svrs.nj.gov/polling-plac.... I would be honored to earn your vote!

It doesn’t feel like America anymore. Over the last few days at Delaney Hall, I felt that more than ever. I saw fear, frustration, and people who no longer trust the institutions that are supposed to serve them. Tomorrow is Election Day, and I’m ready to fight for that change in congress.

I've built the broadest coalition of anyone in this race. We have the support of progressive leaders such as Mayor Baraka and support from multiple Democrats in seats Trump won by double digits. That's the kind of coalition it takes to flip this seat and defeat Tom Kean Jr.

Clean energy is that same opportunity sitting right in front of us. Instead of gutting renewables and green energy tax credits, we should be doubling down and investing in the infrastructure for success. We've done it before, and we should do it again.

I’ve been here several times and I’ve never seen it this bad…

We need a Democrat who can build a broad coalition of voters from across the ideological spectrum and defeat Tom Kean Jr. I know I’m the best candidate to do that, which is why I proudly cast my vote today! Now it’s your turn: make sure you have a plan to vote by June 2nd. And please, vote Varela!!

Freedom of speech is a cornerstone of our democracy. But Citizens United turned it into a loophole for the ultra-wealthy to buy influence and shape policy in their favor. When you follow the money behind attacks on LGBTQIA+ rights, affordable housing, and healthcare, it leads back to dark money.

Real representation means actually showing up. That's why our first 100 days include at least four town halls, visits to every county, and leadership councils made up of real people from across NJ-7. Because good policy comes from listening to the people living the experience.

We pay more per capita for healthcare than any other developed nation in the world. We have the best hospitals and doctors in the world, so why are we spending the most and getting the least? I'm running to fix the root of this issue, not just put a bandaid on it.

The reason voters don't trust Congress is the result of a broken incentive structure that's gone unchallenged for decades. Term limits. No stock trading. No revolving door between Congress and lobbying. That's how we strengthen our democracy. That's how we get our country back on track.

After the 2024 election, I spent a lot of time reflecting on everything I had done to help—at a certain point, I realized I wanted to do more. The more conversations I had and the more I thought about what this district needed, the more I felt called to step up and run to flip this seat.

The presidential pardon has become a relic being weaponized to buy influence, protect allies, and embolden those who believe they're above the law. That's not what democracy looks like. I believe it's time for serious reform—because no one should be able to pardon their way out of accountability.

Our democracy is breaking under the influence of billionaires who’ve bought the system to serve themselves instead of working families. I'm running to change that by rejecting corporate PAC money, denouncing dark money, and fighting to end Citizens United. The voters should decide our elections.

When the Trump administration tells you they'll strengthen the economy by cutting the programs working families depend on, look closer at who actually benefits. We should increase funding to SNAP, infrastructure, R&D, and education because that's what actually builds a stronger economy.

I'm disgusted by how ICE is treating people in our communities. We've given agents sweeping authority without the training we'd demand of nearly any other agency that carries a badge—and the result is cruelty, fear, and families living in indecent conditions. The people of New Jersey deserve better.

Small businesses are the backbone of our economy and one of the biggest drivers of opportunity in communities across the country. We should be doing more to support entrepreneurship, expand access to capital, and empower people who want to solve problems and create opportunity in their communities.

Affordable childcare, stronger public education, and real investment in our communities aren’t handouts — they’re part of building a stronger economy and a better future for everyone.

Affordability isn’t a partisan issue. Families across the country are feeling the pressure of rising costs, and there are common sense reforms with bipartisan support that Congress should be able to act on. I believe people are tired of the gridlock and want leaders focused on real solutions.

Immigrants are being used as political scapegoats while working families continue struggling with rising costs. Immigrant communities contribute enormously to this country and its economy. We need to stop dividing people for political gain and start focusing on what families are facing every day.

Proud to share our second TV ad! My mom’s battle is a story far too many families can relate to. No one should have to lose the care they need because they can’t afford insurance. I’m fighting for Medicare for All. If you’re ready to support that vision, I’d be honored to have your vote on June 2.

For too many families, child care costs are what’s keeping them from being able to work. That’s why I’m pushing for universal child care with a $10/day cap—so parents can work and kids get a strong start. Learn more about my plan at varelaforcongress.com/childcare

As the workforce continues to change, we need to invest more in trade schools, workforce training, and programs like Pell Grants to make sure people have real opportunities and employers have the skilled workers they need. These investments strengthen our communities and our economy in the long run.

At the end of the day, people want leaders who understand what they’re actually going through. Too many working and middle-class families feel disconnected from politics because they don’t feel heard. This race is about bringing in leadership that is focused on the issues people deal with every day.

At a moment like this, it takes more than the usual approach. It takes leadership that is clear, focused, and grounded in the needs of the people of NJ-07.

When I’m out in the district, I see how these decisions impact working families. Cutting investments in renewable energy and green infrastructure doesn’t just hurt the environment — it costs jobs, slows innovation, and weakens economic growth when we should be building a stronger economy for all.

Thank you to New Jersey Globe for hosting yesterday’s debate. I’ve spent my life fighting—for my education, for my family, for my community. This moment calls for leadership that’s willing to stand up and fight for affordability, health care, and democracy, and I am ready to take that fight.

People don’t measure the economy by the stock market—they measure it by whether they can afford groceries, rent, child care, or gas. If we want to reconnect with working and middle-class voters, we have to start by listening to them again.

When the Supreme Court narrows protections that have been in place for decades, it opens the door to real voter disenfranchisement. That’s why passing the John Lewis Voting Rights Act isn’t just important—it’s necessary. If we want to protect our democracy, Congress has to act now.

When people start questioning a system where members of Congress leave office and become lobbyists. It creates a disconnect between public service and trust. For people to believe in government, we should be encouraging public service—not turning Congress into a pipeline to corporate influence.

I believe Citizens United opened the door to too much money and influence in our politics. People have felt the consequences of that for years. If we want to restore trust in government, we need real reform—which is why I rejected corporate PAC money and support banning congressional stock trading.

There’s a difference between enforcement and overreach. Right now, we’re seeing resources expanded without clear priorities or accountability. We need to scale that back, reassess, and build a system that actually protects the people.

Thank you to @njspotlightnews.org for the opportunity to speak. I discussed the challenges facing NJ-07 and why this moment calls for leadership that is ready to show up and advocate for NJ-07.

649 women died from pregnancy-related causes in the U.S. last year. 87% of those deaths were preventable. We're the only wealthy nation with zero weeks of paid maternity leave. I'm fighting for six months. Read my full plan at varelaforcongress.com/childcare.

455,000 women left the workforce in 2025. The #1 reason? Childcare. Working mothers earn 35% less than fathers. The Surgeon General calls it a crisis. My plan to solve this: $10/day childcare for the middle class and 6 months paid maternity leave. Read the full plan: varelaforcongress.com/childcare

This race comes down to something simple: showing up and standing with your community when it matters. That hasn’t been happening—and people in NJ-07 are paying attention. I’m running for Congress because NJ-07 deserves better.

I’m excited to say that our campaign went up with our first TV ad today! You can check it out below. The ad talks about my story and why I’m running for Congress—to dismantle Trump’s ICE and lower costs for our communities. Let us know what you think in the comments!

Child care is one of the biggest barriers families are facing right now. If we want to support working people and grow our economy, making it more accessible isn’t optional—it’s essential. Read my full plan at varelaforcongress.com/childcare.

This race isn’t about promises—it’s about what you’ve actually done. I’ve been committed to this district before running for office, and I’m ready to keep fighting for it.

Working people don’t need more promises—they need results. Families are dealing with rising costs every day, and they deserve leadership that understands that reality and is ready to do something about it.