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Hudson County Commissioner 9th District

Result: Advanced — Alex Valdez (Democratic), Anmol Gopalak (Republican)

Source: results.enr.clarityelections.com

Hudson County, New Jersey
My vote power: Above average

This seat represents 9th District, not the whole district above. We can’t match an address to an area this small, so this race may not be on your ballot.

What does this office do?

  • Setting your property tax rate
  • Funding county roads, parks, and public health services
  • Setting land use and building rules outside city limits

Affects: Healthcare Affordability, Environment and Public Health, Government Efficiency,

Candidates:

Alex Valdez

Advanced

Democratic

Kearny nonprofit leader, nurse in training, and former sergeant in the New Jersey Army National Guard. His priorities are more affordable housing and expanded public transit in West Hudson.

Anmol Gopalak

Advanced

Republican

Secaucus High School graduate who works as a risk manager. His stated priorities are protecting veterans' benefits and ending homelessness.

Larry Bennett

Did not advance

Democratic · lost

Harrison Third Ward councilman who competed in the 2026 Democratic primary for Hudson County Commissioner District 9.

Mina Ekladious

Did not advance

Democratic · lost

Kearny law-enforcement officer and Policemen’s Benevolent Association president who sought the Democratic District 9 commissioner nomination.

Sources: nj.gov · results.enr.clarityelections.com2