Secretary Pete Buttigieg Endorses Rebecca Bennett for Congress

Fellow Navy veteran cites Rebecca’s focus on fixing transit and infrastructure, service to country

SOMERVILLE, NJ — Today, former U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg announced that he is endorsing Rebecca Bennett for Congress. Buttigieg’s endorsement highlighted Rebecca’s record of service, as well as her plans to fight for investments in infrastructure — from fixing the Gateway Tunnel to expanding air traffic controller pipelines.

“I am so honored to have former Secretary Pete Buttigieg’s endorsement in this race. He knows what it means to put your life on the line to serve our country, and he knows how critical it is that we have leaders in Washington who are focused on making key investments in New Jersey’s infrastructure. I look forward to working together between now and November to flip NJ-07 so we can get to work fixing the most important issues we’re facing, like building the Gateway Tunnel and bringing one-seat ride to the Raritan Valley Line,” said Rebecca Bennett. 

“Rebecca Bennett is guided by the ethic of service and doesn’t back down from a challenge—it’s why she flew the MH-60 Seahawk for the U.S. Navy and served in our armed forces for over 15 years. She will bring that same drive to Congress, working to build an economy where New Jerseyans can afford to raise a family, access the best health care in the world, and own their home. I am proud to endorse Rebecca because the people of New Jersey deserve a leader who will stand up for them,” said Secretary Pete Buttigieg.

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A former U.S. Navy helicopter pilot, officer in the Air National Guard, business leader in healthcare, and mother of two, Rebecca Bennett is running for Congress in New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District. Currently held by a Republican, this district is one of the most competitive in the nation and a must-win for Democrats to take back the House in 2026. Support Rebecca’s campaign by signing up to volunteer or donating today. 

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