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New Jersey Dems Prepare for High-Stakes Governor Primary

1/30/2026

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Democrats in New Jersey hold a primary next week with 11 candidates vying to replace Gov. Mikie Sherrill.
Former Rep. Tom Malinowski leads in fundraising, while County Commissioner Brendan Gill and Lt. Gov. Tahesha Way hold endorsements.
Analilia Mejia, organizer backed by the progressive wing, calls to abolish Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
The winner will face Republican Joe Hathaway in the April 16 general election, in a blue-leaning district.

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Story summary

Democrats in New Jersey hold a primary next week with 11 candidates vying to replace Gov. Mikie Sherrill.
Former Rep. Tom Malinowski leads in fundraising, while County Commissioner Brendan Gill and Lt. Gov. Tahesha Way hold endorsements.
Analilia Mejia, organizer backed by the progressive wing, calls to abolish Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
The winner will face Republican Joe Hathaway in the April 16 general election, in a blue-leaning district.