Long-absent New Jersey congressman wins primary with Trump's backing

Republican Tom Kean Jr., who has not been seen in Washington or his New Jersey district for months, won his party's primary election largely thanks to the public support of former President Donald Trump. The congressman's prolonged absence has raised numerous questions.

New Jersey's Republican congressman Tom Kean Jr. has won his party's primary election despite not being seen in Washington or his district for months. Kean secured victory largely thanks to the public endorsement of former President Donald Trump.

Although Kean's extended absence from public life has raised considerable confusion among both voters and journalists, he and his close associates have not publicly explained his prolonged disappearance. Nevertheless, he achieved victory in the primary, giving him the opportunity to run in November's general election.

Trump's support played a crucial role in shaping the outcome — endorsements from the former president have proven decisive in Republican primaries across many states. However, Kean's case raises broader questions about politicians' accountability and responsibility to the public.