Jabbour Wins Hoboken Mayoral Runoff

Councilmember Emily Jabbour defeated Councilmember Michael Russo in the December 2, 2025, mayoral runoff in Hoboken, becoming the city’s next mayor. According to the Hudson County Clerk’s unofficial totals, Jabbour received 6,580 votes (53.85-percent), while Russo received 5,638 votes (46.15?percent). A total of 12,218 votes were cast.

Jabbour will succeed outgoing Mayor Ravi Bhalla, who did not seek re?election and is slated to begin a term in the New Jersey General Assembly in January.

No candidate secured a majority in the November 4 general election, prompting the December runoff. In that six-way race, Jabbour led with about 27-percent of the vote, followed by Russo with roughly 24-percent.

Following the win, Jabbour issued a statement: “I am incredibly humbled and honored by the trust that the people of Hoboken have placed in me. Tonight’s result is not just a victory for our campaign. It is a victory for everyone who believes that Hoboken’s best days are ahead. This campaign was about listening, building bridges, and making sure that truth and honesty prevail. I am grateful to every volunteer, every supporter, and every resident who opened their door, shared their ideas, and joined this effort. This is your moment too. Tomorrow, the real work begins. Together, we will continue building a Hoboken that is stronger, fairer, and ready for the future.”