Outside groups pour millions into NJ special election

Outsie money groups have poured over $4.3 million into the race for Gov. Mikie Sherrill's old House seat, looking to influence its outcome.

By: Dana DiFilippo

Outlets: New Jersey Monitor

Published: February 4, 2026

Words: 1,391

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 4 days ago

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Outside groups have spent more than $4.3 million to sway voters in the crowded race for Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s former congressional seat, with the biggest pot of money coming from a pro-Israel super PAC intent on defeating former Rep. Tom Malinowski in Thursday’s special primary.

Eleven Democrats hope to land their party’s nomination to represent the 11th Congressional District, but just three benefit from the bulk of outside spending — Malinowski, …

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