Alex Zdan is a 38-year-old former News 12 New Jersey political reporter and host of the weekly program 'Power & Politics.' He spent six years reporting for News 12 before being laid off in 2023, developing a reputation for aggressive questioning style. Zdan subsequently pivoted to conservative politics and media commentary, becoming a regular on Fox News, Newsmax, News Nation, and other conservative outlets. He launched his own political group, ALFA PAC (Authentic Leadership for America), and serves as a political contributor to TV Asia. Running for the second time for Senate after withdrawing from the 2024 race to endorse Curtis Bashaw, Zdan positions himself as an outsider fighting against corruption and Democratic governance. He has received endorsements from multiple county Republican organizations including Passaic, Ewing Township, Mercer, and Cape May.
Alex Zdan is a 38-year-old from Mercer County, New Jersey. He spent six years as a political reporter and anchor for News 12 New Jersey, where he hosted the weekly 'Power & Politics' show and developed a reputation for aggressive questioning of Democratic politicians, particularly Governor Phil Murphy. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he was noted as one of the few reporters questioning lockdowns and mask mandates. After being laid off from News 12 in 2023, Zdan transitioned to conservative political media and commentary, becoming a regular guest on Fox News, Newsmax, News Nation, NDTV, and Times Now. He has written true crime features and founded ALFA PAC to support conservative political causes. Zdan is pursuing a career as a conservative political commentator and candidate after an initial 2024 Senate run that was derailed by disclosure of a prior DUI and leaving-the-scene-of-accident charge. In his 2024 statement, he acknowledged the incident and asked for forgiveness, stating his commitment to personal improvement.
Criticized lockdowns, vaccinations, and mask mandates during pandemic
During COVID pandemic, Zdan was 'one of the only reporters who dared to ask tough questions about lockdowns, vaccinations and mask executive orders,' with contentious exchanges with Governor Phil Murphy carried live across the region
Voting History: No voting record (not in elected office)
Promises to 'fight corruption like no one you've ever seen'
As journalist, won First Amendment awards for stories exposing corruption in New Jersey; claims outsider credentials as non-politician
Voting History: No voting record
Criticizes incumbent Senator Cory Booker on multiple fronts
Attacks Booker's past as Newark Mayor over water system lead contamination; criticizes pharma industry support; questions his Washington ambitions
Voting History: No voting record
Two-time Senate candidate with prior DUI controversy
Ran for Senate in 2024 but withdrew after disclosure of prior DUI and leaving the scene of an accident; addressed controversy by stating 'No one is perfect' and pledging personal improvement
Voting History: No voting record
Alex Zdan has not held elected office and therefore has no voting record in legislative positions. As a journalist and current political commentator, his public positions are reflected in his media appearances and campaign statements rather than legislative votes.
Zdan's public messaging combines investigative journalist framing ('exposing corruption') with partisan Republican talking points. His campaign materials use aggressive language toward Democrats and Booker specifically, while positioning himself as a fighter and outsider. Tone reflects both media background (detailed policy analysis) and partisan advocacy (strong ideological positioning).
Zdan is a partisan operative with limited qualifications
Booker campaign notes Zdan's lack of elected office experience and partisan media background
Zdan lacks military and law enforcement credentials
Tabor, a state trooper and Army combat veteran, contrasts his experience with Zdan's background