New Jersey Voters Decide Who Will Fill Mikie Sherrill’s House Seat
President Trump's economic approval ratings and legislative strategy are cited as factors in the special election trends.
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Progressive Democrat Analilia Mejia won a New Jersey special election to succeed Mikie Sherrill, narrowing the Republican House majority as Democrats continue to overperform in special elections ahead of the 2026 midterms.
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