U.S. Congressman Thomas Kean Jr., who represents New Jersey’s 7th district, used his social media platform to highlight health and tax policy issues in a series of posts published between April 11 and April 13, 2026.
On April 11, Kean recognized World Parkinson’s Day by noting the impact of the disease on Americans. He stated, “Today, on World Parkinson’s Day, we recognize the more than 1 million Americans living with Parkinson’s disease. As we raise awareness, we must also work to advance treatment and fight for a cure. In January, I joined a bipartisan group of colleagues in writing to @HHSGov and https://t.co/MF3pPAVG3J”.
Kean addressed seniors’ financial issues in an April 13 post during National Social Security Month. He wrote, “April is National Social Security Month, and this year seniors have something to celebrate. The increased senior deduction means that 88% of seniors will pay NO TAX on their Social Security benefits. Thanks to the Working Families Tax Cuts, eligible seniors can claim a new https://t.co/3FwoZNrXXr”.
Later that day, he commented on tax relief efforts as Tax Day approached: “Tax Day is almost here, and refunds are up 11% compared to last year! The Working Families Tax Cuts delivered historic relief to millions of Americans this filing season. Over 26 million taxpayers have claimed the enhanced deduction for seniors Over 23 million taxpayers https://t.co/mKvutgiUal”.
Thomas Kean Jr., born in Livingston, New Jersey in 1968 and currently residing in Westfield at age 54, has served as U.S. Representative since replacing Tom Malinowski in Congress in 2023 (see background information: Thomas Kean Jr.’s congressional service; prior roles include serving in both the New Jersey General Assembly from 2001-2003 and State Senate from 2008-2022). Kean graduated from Dartmouth College with a BA degree.
