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BREAKING: New Jersey GOP Eyes MAJOR Pickup in Special Election After Democrat Governor Sherrill's House Exit

Gary FranchiFebruary 6, 2026191 views
BREAKING: New Jersey GOP Eyes MAJOR Pickup in Special Election After Democrat Governor Sherrill's House Exit
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The Garden State is witnessing a political shake-up tonight as New Jersey's 11th Congressional District holds special election primaries to replace Democrat Mikie Sherrill, who vacated her House seat after being elected governor. For conservatives, this represents a golden opportunity to flip a seat and expand President Trump's working majority in Congress.

The timing couldn't be better for Republicans. Just ten days into Trump's second term, the MAGA movement is riding high with momentum from the President's decisive 2024 victory and his swift implementation of America First policies. Now, New Jersey voters get their first chance to weigh in on the new political landscape.

But as usual, the mainstream media and political establishment seem to be keeping voters in the dark. Social media users are already calling out the typical lack of coverage, with one frustrated patriot tweeting: "Oh! The primaries! Reported AFTER the voting happened, as usual. Please check your local voting schedule!!! Primaries matter!!!"

"New Jersey House Primary Special Election 2026 Live Results" - @bookofkatherine highlighting the media's failure to inform voters

This pattern of poor primary coverage is exactly what's wrong with our political system. How can we expect informed participation when the legacy media treats local elections like afterthoughts? Patriots across the country are learning they can't rely on the establishment press to keep them informed about the races that matter most.

The 11th District has been a battleground before, and with Sherrill's departure, Republicans have their best shot in years to reclaim this seat for common-sense conservative values. Every seat matters when Trump is working to implement his agenda of securing the border, cutting regulations, and putting America First.

This special election serves as an early barometer for how Americans are responding to Trump's return to the White House. Will New Jersey voters embrace the President's vision of American renewal, or will they stick with the failed policies of the past?

Stay tuned as results continue to pour in from this crucial contest that could reshape the political map in the Garden State.

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Gary Franchi

Award-winning journalist covering breaking news, politics & culture for Next News Network.

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VeteranVoter1976Verifiedjust now
I've lived in this district for 35 years and voted for the Republican challenger last time - came closer than expected. With the right messaging on crime and taxes, this is absolutely winnable.
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LocalResidentVerifiedjust now
Same here! The suburban moms are getting fed up with the soft-on-crime policies. Change is coming.
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PatriotNJ2024Verifiedjust now
Finally! New Jersey has been blue for way too long. Sherrill jumping ship shows even the Dems know they're in trouble. This could be the start of flipping NJ red again!
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RedWaveRisingVerifiedjust now
Don't get too excited yet - we still need a strong candidate and good turnout. But this is definitely an opportunity!
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GardenStateConservativeVerifiedjust now
Couldn't agree more! The tax burden here is crushing families and businesses are fleeing to Florida and Texas.
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TaxpayerFirstVerifiedjust now
Who are the potential GOP candidates being considered for this seat? We need someone with solid conservative principles who can actually win in that district.