Democratic U.S. Representative Mikie Sherrill defeated Republican challenger Jack Ciattarelli in New Jersey’s gubernatorial race. The Associated Press called the race just before 9:30 p.m.

Why It Matters

The New Jersey governor's race was seen as a key bellwether for the 2026 midterm elections, when Democrats hope to win control of the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate. Sherrill’s victory could boost Democrats’ optimism about those races next year as the party has continued grappling with the loss of former Vice President Kamala Harris in last year’s presidential election.

Mikie Sherrill Wins New Jersey Governor's Race: What To Know

Sherrill, Sherrill, a former Navy helicopter pilot and four-term congresswoman, led Ciattarelli 56.7% to 42.8% when CNN first called the race just

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