Democrat Analilia Mejia wins Mikie Sherrill’s House seat in New Jersey special election
Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders endorsed Mejia, his former political director, helping secure a win for progressives in New Jersey.
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Published Apr 17, 2026
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Democrat Analilia Mejia won a New Jersey special election to fill the House seat vacated by Gov. Mikie Sherrill, defeating Republican Joseph Hathaway in a test of progressive vs. conservative momentum.
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