Ex-Rep. Malinowski leads fundraising in special House race

Eleven Democrats are running in a special election to succeed Gov. Mikie Sherrill in the House. The primary is Thursday, Feb. 5.

By: Nikita Biryukov

Outlets: New Jersey Monitor

Published: January 27, 2026

Words: 832

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 6 days ago

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Former Rep. Tom Malinowski edged out Essex County Commissioner Brendan Gill to lead fundraising in the 11-way race for the Democratic nod to fill Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s House seat, according to new campaign finance disclosures.

Malinowski, who left office after losing a reelection bid in New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District in 2022, brought in nearly $1.2 million through Jan. 23 for his bid to win the 11th District, according to filings with …

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