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Analilia Mejia Triumphs Over Malinowski in 11th District Primary

2/16/2026

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Analilia Mejia, a progressive Democrat and former Working Families Alliance leader, won 11th District primary, defeating Tom Malinowski by about 1,100 votes.
The Associated Press called the race about a week after polls closed.
Mejia gained momentum as mail ballots were counted despite entering late and facing financial disadvantages.
She received endorsements from Senators Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren.
Malinowski congratulated Mejia on her victory for North Jersey's 11th District.

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Analilia Mejia, a progressive Democrat and former Working Families Alliance leader, won 11th District primary, defeating Tom Malinowski by about 1,100 votes.
The Associated Press called the race about a week after polls closed.
Mejia gained momentum as mail ballots were counted despite entering late and facing financial disadvantages.
She received endorsements from Senators Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren.
Malinowski congratulated Mejia on her victory for North Jersey's 11th District.