Hudson County Leaders Stand with Jersey City Mayor on $250M Deficit

State Senator Brian Stack says 'whatever we can deliver for Jersey City, I'm there' as delegation shows support for Mayor Solomon's budget crisis announcement.

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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State Senator and Union City Mayor Brian Stack elaborated on why he and the majority of the Hudson County legislative delegation stood with Jersey City Mayor James Solomon when he announced a $250 million budget deficit. Stack emphasized the importance of the county's political leaders coming together to support each other's municipalities, regardless of party affiliation or district representation.

Why it matters

The $250 million budget deficit in Jersey City, one of New Jersey's largest cities, raises concerns about the financial health of the municipality and the potential impact on residents and services. The show of support from county leaders across party lines signals a willingness to work collaboratively to address the crisis.

The details

During a press conference at Jersey City City Hall, Mayor Solomon declared that his predecessor, Steven Fulop, had decimated the municipal budget, leading to a deficit exceeding $250 million. In a show of solidarity, a number of state senators, assembly members, and city council members from Hudson County joined Solomon, including State Senators Angela McKnight, Raj Mukherji, and Brian Stack, as well as several Assembly members and Jersey City council members.

  • On Wednesday afternoon, Mayor Solomon hosted the press conference at Jersey City City Hall.
  • The event took place on February 8, 2026.

The players

Brian Stack

State Senator (D-33) and Mayor of Union City, who expressed his support for Mayor Solomon and the desire to work collaboratively to address the budget crisis in Jersey City.

James Solomon

The current Mayor of Jersey City, who announced the $250 million budget deficit in his city during the press conference.

Steven Fulop

The former Mayor of Jersey City, whom Mayor Solomon blamed for decimating the municipal budget and leading to the current financial crisis.

Angela McKnight

State Senator (D-31) who joined Mayor Solomon at the press conference to show support.

Raj Mukherji

State Senator (D-32) who joined Mayor Solomon at the press conference to show support.

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What they’re saying

“I think it's important to have the legislative team together in Hudson County to show that whatever we can deliver for Jersey City, I'm there, even though I don't represent Jersey City as part of my legislative district, I'm there to help them and offer a hand as I would ask the others if Union City or one of the North Hudson municipalities needed help.”

— Brian Stack, State Senator (D-33) and Mayor of Union City (Hudson County View)

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