U.S. Rep. Albio Sires (D-8) is expected to retire after eight terms and Rob Menendez, Jr., a commissioner on the Port Authority board and the son of U.S. Senator Bob Menendez (D-NJ), is the leading name to succeed him, according to a report.

From the Hudson County View:

“Sires who turns 71 next month, made calls last week indicating he would not be seeking re-election in June, according to multiple sources with knowledge of the situation who spoke under the condition and anonymity.

“The former West New York mayor and state assembly speaker expressed disinterest in being a part of the House with a Republican majority, an outcome that is widely expected after next year’s midterm elections in November.

“Menendez, Jr. is a pick that may not be unanimously well received among the Hudson County Democratic Organization, though he may be the closest option available to a consensus pick despite the Menendezs icy relationship with Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop.

“Other potential options in the 8th Congressional District, which also includes portions of Essex and Union Counties, include Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla and North Bergen Commissioner Julio Marenco.

“The filing deadline is not until April 1st.”