“Tammy and I are incredibly relieved and thankful that Tenafly native Edan Alexandar will finally be returning home. For 19 excruciating months, we have all been hoping and praying alongside Edan’s family members for his safe release. With every day that Edan has been held hostage, the Alexander family has endured unimaginable pain, uncertainty, and fear.

“With Edan’s return home, their - and our - prayers have finally been answered. And as we continue praying for Edan and the Alexander family, we are also praying for the safety and well-being of every remaining hostage and innocent family in Israel, Gaza, and the entire Middle East.

“I would like to thank President Trump, Secretary Rubio, and Special Envoy Witkoff for their commitment to bringing Edan home. With Edan’s release, we hope that greater peace and stability in the region may be on the horizon as well.”