NJ-02 Democratic nominee?
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JUN 3, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleMayor
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyMainstream Democrat
GenderMale
LocationNew Jersey
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BackgroundMayor of Cape May, New Jersey
EducationMount St. Mary's University — B.A.
Notable personal detailsZachary "Zack" Mullock is the mayor of Cape May, New Jersey, and the 2026 Democratic nominee for U.S. House in New Jersey's 2nd Congressional District. He has served on Cape May City Council and has worked in hospitality, historic preservation, and golf as a PGA professional. He earned a B.A. from Mount St. Mary's University and an MBA in finance from Saint Joseph's University. He is married to Justine Mullock and they have three children.
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
Zack Mullock has opposed local tax increases, voted against budgets he said would raise taxes, and emphasizes fiscal responsibility through spending cuts, better return on city funds, and seeking alternative revenues. He proposes cost-saving projects, tighter budgeting, and incentives to reduce taxpayer burdens. These statements focus on reducing taxes and municipal spending rather than advocating tax increases or wealth-redistribution policies.
Healthcare
Supports lowering medical costs and expanding health coverage, prioritizing affordable healthcare access for families. Advocates policies to expand coverage and reduce out-of-pocket costs rather than advocating for full Medicare-for-All or wholesale privatization.
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Immigration & Border
The candidate has publicly criticized aggressive federal immigration-enforcement actions and called for restraint and constitutional protections; he framed welcoming strangers and compassion as part of his values. Available statements express concern about ICE use of deadly force and emphasize protecting civil liberties rather than expanding enforcement measures.
Climate & Energy
Supports environmental protection and coastal resilience policies focused on flood mitigation and protecting shore communities from sea level rise and stronger storms; emphasizes infrastructure and community-based solutions rather than explicit calls to phase out fossil fuels. Positions prioritize rebuilding and resilience for coastal communities and investment in protective measures.
News
Zack Mullock is in the news because he is running in the Democratic primary for New Jersey’s 2nd Congressional District. He is one of several candidates competing to challenge Rep. Jeff Van Drew, alongside Bayly Winder, Tim Alexander, and Terri Reese. The race is drawing attention to local ties and who is seen as best connected to the Shore-based district.
Endorsements
Endorsers of Zack Mullock for NJ-02 Democratic nominee?
New Jersey Citizen Action Political Action Committee
Political organization
New Jersey Citizen Action Political Action Committee endorsed Zack Mullock for Congress in New Jersey's 2nd Congressional District.
Sabo
Public endorsement
Sabo endorsed Zack Mullock in the Democratic primary for New Jersey's 2nd Congressional District.
Ocean County Young Democrats
Public figure
Ocean County Young Democrats endorsed Zack Mullock for Congress in New Jersey's 2nd Congressional District.
Cape May County Democrats
Public figure
Cape May County Democrats endorsed Zack Mullock for New Jersey's 2nd Congressional District.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20262026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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We're monitoring and will update when new data impacts the race.
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