The Garden State delivered exactly what Patriots expected tonight – another radical leftist surging to power in the Democratic Party's ongoing socialist takeover. In New Jersey's 11th Congressional District special election primary, a Bernie Sanders-backed candidate is reportedly dominating the field to replace the seat vacated by now-Governor Mikie Sherrill.
Social media observers are already calling it a massive upset for the progressive wing of the Democratic Party. Political commentator David Sivella noted on X: "A Sanders lefty is now leading in the Democratic primary special election to replace @GovSherrillNJ in Congress. @AnaliliaForNJ apparently defeated a former Congressman, a former Lt. Gov., and a county legislator."
The victory sends shockwaves through New Jersey's political establishment, where Analilia Mejia – the apparent winner – managed to outmaneuver seasoned politicians including former Representative Tom Malinowski, former Lieutenant Governor Sheila Oliver, and various county-level officials.
Socialist Surge in Suburbia
What makes this result particularly telling is the district itself. As Sivella pointed out, the area includes Montclair – hometown of liberal comedian Stephen Colbert. If even the wealthy suburbs of North Jersey are embracing full-blown socialism, it shows just how far left the Democratic Party has lurched since Trump's decisive 2024 victory.
Conservative activists were closely monitoring the results, with one X user live-streaming the election coverage specifically to track "who will replace radical left Governor Mikie Sherrill."
This outcome perfectly illustrates the civil war brewing within Democratic ranks. While President Trump focuses on delivering real results for working Americans through mass deportations and economic nationalism, Democrats are doubling down on the same failed progressive policies that got them crushed in 2024.
The question now becomes: will New Jersey voters in this traditionally competitive district embrace full socialism, or will they recognize that America needs Trump's proven leadership more than ever? The general election will be the real test of whether suburban voters are ready to reject the radical left's dangerous agenda.