Katie Brennan Endorses James Solomon for Mayor: “Jersey City is Ready for Change”
Democratic nominee for Assembly highlights Solomon's leadership on affordable housing, tenant protections, and street safety
Jersey City, NJ — Fresh off her historic primary win against the political machine, Democratic nominee for Assembly Katie Brennan endorsed Councilman James Solomon for Mayor of Jersey City. Brennan, a community advocate and nationally recognized housing expert, praised Solomon’s political independence and his track record on housing.
“People want elected officials who will work for them instead of corporate donors, and James has the values, judgement, and track record to be that kind of mayor. I’m proud to endorse James Solomon for mayor,” said Katie Brennan. “He’s the one you go to if you need something done. From stop signs to the payroll tax on big businesses to fund our schools, he’s responsive to issues in our community and he’s always fighting to make Jersey City affordable for everyone.”
Brennan, who as an advocate worked closely with Councilman Solomon on multiple housing and tenants’ rights initiatives, praised his hands-on approach to governing and his willingness to take on powerful interests so government works for working people.
Together, they worked on strengthening Jersey City’s affordable housing laws through the Inclusionary Zoning Ordinance, Right to Counsel protections to keep tenants in their homes, affordable housing requirements for new developments in Journal Square, and neighborhood street safety improvements.
Solomon is running to make Jersey City responsive to residents instead of special interests. His platform focuses on making housing more affordable, making streets safer for pedestrians, and making city government transparent and accountable.
“I am truly honored to receive Katie Brennan’s endorsement. Her dedication to our community and her remarkable victory against the Hudson County machine in the primary reflect her commitment to making Jersey City a better and more inclusive place for all residents,” said James Solomon. “Together, we’re going to take on the housing affordability crisis, improve our schools and make Jersey City a better place for everyone.”
Brennan highlighted the broader significance of this moment in New Jersey politics, connecting Solomon’s campaign to the wave of independent victories in Hudson County and across the state.
“People are ready for change,” said Brennan. “The old way of doing politics in New Jersey is on the way out, and we’re building something better.”
A recent poll showed Solomon in a statistical tie for first place. The Jersey City mayoral election will be held on November 4, 2025.
###
