Marty Small has won the 2025 mayoral race in Atlantic City, New Jersey. On Tuesday, June 4, he secured his place as the Democratic nominee for the general election, defeating his main challenger, Atlantic City Council President Aaron “Sporty” Randolph.
Small’s victory means he is now set to continue leading the city, with voters showing confidence in his leadership despite the heated campaign.
This election was an important one for Atlantic City, especially after several public disagreements and political challenges in recent months.
The win was confirmed by the Atlantic County Clerk’s Office, which released unofficial results showing that Small received over 60% of the votes.
His campaign focused on progress, community safety, and development, which seemed to connect with a majority of voters.
The primary had attracted attention due to the tension between Small and Randolph. At one point, their rivalry even led to a physical altercation during a city council meeting, which gained widespread media attention. But despite the drama, voters gave their support to Small once again.
After the results came in, Small thanked the people of Atlantic City for believing in him. He said the city’s best days are still ahead and promised to keep working hard for every resident. He also made it clear that he’s focused on bringing more opportunities and continuing major development projects across the city.
This victory is not just a win for Small, but also a statement from the voters that they want stability and growth in Atlantic City.
Many residents said they voted for Small because they felt the city has improved under his leadership. His record on tackling crime, improving infrastructure, and supporting youth programs played a big part in his success.
Small’s opponent, Aaron Randolph, accepted the results and thanked his supporters. He said he will continue serving the city in his current role as Council President and looks forward to working together for the betterment of Atlantic City.
The general election will take place in November, but with the city being mostly Democratic, Small’s primary win likely secures his position as mayor for the upcoming term. His supporters are already celebrating and preparing for what they call a “new phase” for Atlantic City.
In the coming weeks, Small is expected to outline his plans for the next term. Key issues such as job creation, tourism growth, affordable housing, and improving public services are expected to be top priorities.
Atlantic City residents now look forward to what the future holds under Small’s continued leadership. His focus remains on delivering results and keeping the promises he made throughout his campaign.
This election shows that despite challenges and strong opposition, Marty Small continues to have the trust of Atlantic City voters.