Former Obama staffer, ex-congressman among candidates in crowded Democrat primary for Mikie Sherrill's seat
As Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill, D-N.J., prepares to resign her congressional seat, a crowded Democrat primary stable has emerged with nearly a dozen hopefuls ranging from moderate establishment types to far-left...
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As Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill, D-N.J., prepares to resign her congressional seat, a crowded Democrat primary stable has emerged with nearly a dozen hopefuls ranging from moderate establishment types to far-left candidates. Sherrill, who represents New Jersey's 11th District in the House of Representatives, was elected Governor of the Garden State during this most recent Election Day's Democrat sweep seen across blue states and cities nationwide. Her resignation, as of yet unscheduled, will trigger a special election for the House seat. 11 candidates have expressed interest in the race, including former Obama administration staffer Cammie Croft, former House Rep. Tom Malinowski , and Governor Murphy-endorsed Brendan Gill, his former campaign manager. Cammie Croft called on Governor Murphy in a statement released just days after Sherrill won the governorship to set up a date for the special election. FORMER HOUSE DEMOCRAT TARGETS TRUMP IN BID FOR POLITICAL COMEBACK "In these extraordinary times, New Jersey’s 11th District deserves representation in Washington — not weeks or months of uncertainty," said Croft. "Just like the Governor-elect has in Congress, the residents of this district need someone in Washington fighting like heck to bring down the cost of groceries, energy, and healthcare and rein in the Trump administration’s abusive and corrupt policies." According to FEC filings , Croft has $176,000 cash-on-hand by the September 30 filing date. In those same filings, Morris Township mayor and candidate Jeff Grayzel has over $310,000 cash-on-hand. "I am 100% in the race," Grayzel told the New Jersey Globe . "My full intention is to run for the seat should Mikie win the election, as many believe she will. The timeline for a special election in early 2026 is already very short, and planning for this kind of race takes time." DEM REP MIKIE SHERRILL SKIPS 145 HOUSE VOTES AS NJ GOVERNOR'S RACE HEATS UP Former House Rep. Tom Malinowski has also thrown his proverbial…