Andre Sayegh Reelected to Third Term as Paterson Mayor
Key Questions
Who was reelected as mayor of Paterson?
Andre Sayegh was reelected to a third term as Paterson mayor. He defeated Alex Mendez by a margin of over 600 votes on May 12.
What was the voter turnout like in the Paterson mayoral election?
The election had low turnout. Sayegh's narrow victory occurred amid this low participation.
What changes occurred in the Paterson city council?
The council gained Alford, retained Mimms and Davila, but lost Uddin. This reflects a mix of continuity and shifts.
What does the election result signal for Paterson politics?
The result signals political stability with underlying tensions. Post-election analysis is ongoing.
According to which source was Sayegh's reelection confirmed?
The Passaic County Clerk confirmed Mayor Andre Sayegh's reelection to a third term.
Sayegh won narrowly over Alex Mendez by 600+ votes on May 12 amid low turnout; council gains Alford, retains Mimms/Davila, loses Uddin. Signals political stability with tensions; post-election analysis ongoing.
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Updated May 14, 2026