Democrat Analilia Mejia wins New Jersey special election for US House over Republican Joe Hathaway
Analilia Mejia campaigned on a message of standing up to Donald Trump, criticizing his pardons and fiscal decisions.
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Democrat Analilia Mejia won the New Jersey 11th District special election, defeating Republican Joe Hathaway. The victory maintains Democratic control of the seat previously held by Mikie Sherrill and highlights a win for the party's progressive wing.
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