Gov. Sherrill toasts Democratic victories and calls for change

New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill said Democrats' resounding midterm wins show voters want affordability and accountability.

By: Dana DiFilippo

Outlets: New Jersey Monitor

Published: November 4, 2026

Words: 665

Last Updated: 5 days, 1 hour ago

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PRINCETON — One day after voters kicked close to two dozen Republicans out of Congress, Gov. Mikie Sherrill said Democrats must improve affordability and undo the cuts President Donald Trump made to Medicaid, food assistance, and other public welfare programs.

Sherrill, a Democrat who logged nearly four terms in the House herself before New Jersey voters elected her governor last fall, met with reporters Wednesday morning outside Small World Coffee to celebrate …

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