Analilia Mejia wins Democratic nomination for NJ House seat

Mejia prevails in special primary election for 11th Congressional District

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Analilia Mejia has won the Democratic nomination for the U.S. House of Representatives in New Jersey's 11th Congressional District special primary election. The seat became vacant after the previous representative resigned.

Why it matters

This special election will determine who will represent New Jersey's 11th Congressional District in the House of Representatives for the remainder of the term. The outcome could shift the balance of power in Congress.

The details

Mejia, a progressive Democrat, defeated several other candidates in the primary to secure the nomination. She will now advance to the special general election, where she will face the Republican nominee.

  • The special primary election was held on February 12, 2026.

The players

Analilia Mejia

The Democratic nominee for the U.S. House of Representatives in New Jersey's 11th Congressional District special election.

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What’s next

The special general election for New Jersey's 11th Congressional District will be held on May 6, 2026.

The takeaway

This special election will be closely watched as it could impact the balance of power in the U.S. House of Representatives, and the outcome will determine who will represent New Jersey's 11th District for the remainder of the term.