Activist Analilia Mejia, ex-Rep. Tom Malinowski leading in special Dem primary

Eleven Democrats in the 11th Congressional District were vying to succeed Gov. Mikie Sherrill in the House of Representatives.

By: New Jersey Monitor Staff

Outlets: New Jersey Monitor

Published: February 6, 2026

Words: 393

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 3 days ago

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The crowded Democratic primary in the race to succeed Gov. Mikie Sherrill in the House was a nail-biter on Thursday night, with progressive activist Analilia Mejia and former Rep. Tom Malinowski locked in a close race.

The narrow results and Mejia’s strength surprised many political observers who believed Malinowski had the edge in the 11-person race for the Democratic nomination to succeed Sherrill. Malinowski served for two terms representing the 7th District …

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