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Mejia leads a too close to call NJ-11 Democrat primary

Malinowski initially appeared to have a lead, but later vote drops shifted the count toward Mejia.

Mejia leads a too close to call NJ-11 Democrat primary
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This article1 analysis · Oct 10, 2026
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With 91% of votes reported, Analilia Mejia led Tom Malinowski by fewer than 500 votes in the special NJ-11 Democratic primary. Decision Desk and NJ Globe withdrew early projections of a Malinowski win as later vote drops shifted toward Mejia.

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Tom Malinowski Former U.S. Representative (D-NJ)
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Tom Malinowski
Former U.S. Representative (D-NJ)

Democratic candidate who trailed Mejia and was the subject of withdrawn early projections

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Analilia Mejia
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Democratic candidate leading the special NJ-11 primary

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Republican candidate expected to face the Democratic primary winner

Democratic candidate who trailed in the primary

Mikie Sherrill
Former U.S. Representative (D-NJ)

New Jersey governor whose former House seat is being filled

ALSO MENTIONED  Phil Murphy, Former New Jersey governor whose endorsement of Gill is noted; Tanesha Way, Democratic candidate in the special primary

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Mejia Leads Malinowski in New Jersey 11th District Democratic Primary

Outlets agree that Analilia Mejia narrowly led former U.S. Representative Tom Malinowski in the New Jersey 11th District Democratic special primary, which remained unresolved as ballots were counted. Center outlets mostly emphasize the close count and outstanding ballots, with some placing the race in a wider debate over Democratic party organizations and the party’s direction. Right-leaning outlets also focus on the narrow lead, while drawing attention to candidate backing and institutional support.

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