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MASSIVE SHIFT: Republicans SURGE in New Jersey Special Primary as Democrats Scramble After Sherrill Exit

Gary FranchiFebruary 6, 2026215 views
MASSIVE SHIFT: Republicans SURGE in New Jersey Special Primary as Democrats Scramble After Sherrill Exit
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New Jersey's political establishment got a wake-up call Thursday as voters cast ballots in a special primary election that could signal the beginning of a Republican resurgence in the traditionally blue Garden State. The race to replace former Democratic Rep. Mikie Sherrill in NJ-11 has exposed deep fractures within the Democratic Party while energizing conservative voters who smell blood in the water.

Sherrill's elevation to governor has created a domino effect of chaos for Democrats who are struggling to maintain their grip on a district that Trump's America First agenda is making increasingly competitive. The timing couldn't be worse for liberals – with President Trump's mass deportation efforts gaining momentum and his economic policies already showing results, New Jersey voters are questioning decades of Democratic mismanagement.

Patriots Answer the Call

Early returns suggest Republican turnout has exceeded expectations, with sources on the ground reporting enthusiasm levels reminiscent of Trump's 2024 landslide victory. This isn't just about one congressional seat – it's about sending a message that the MAGA movement is alive and well in blue America.

"New Jersey families are tired of being forgotten while their tax dollars fund illegal immigrant programs and woke bureaucrats," said one Republican campaign insider. "They see what President Trump is accomplishing and they want leaders who will fight alongside him, not obstruct him."

The Democratic primary has devolved into a circular firing squad, with candidates desperately trying to distance themselves from the Biden regime's failures while simultaneously appealing to their radical base. It's a political tightrope that's proving impossible to walk as everyday Americans reject the left's extremist agenda.

With Trump's approval ratings soaring and his deportation operations showing real results, Republicans have momentum heading into what could be a defining special election. The question isn't whether conservatives can compete in New Jersey – it's whether Democrats can survive the Trump tsunami that's reshaping American politics from sea to shining sea.

Will this special election mark the beginning of a red wave that transforms even the bluest states? Patriots in New Jersey are betting their votes that change is coming.

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Gary Franchi

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

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ConservativeVoter88Verifiedjust now
This is encouraging but we can't get complacent. Who's the strongest Republican candidate running in this primary?
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GardenStatePrideVerifiedjust now
Good question - we need someone who can actually win in November, not just the primary.
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PatriotGarden2020Verifiedjust now
Finally! New Jersey has been a blue stronghold for too long. Sherrill's exit shows even Democrats know they're in trouble when they can't defend their own policies.
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RedWaveRisingVerifiedjust now
Exactly! When your own party members are jumping ship, you know there's a problem.
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TaxpayerFirstVerifiedjust now
I live in NJ-11 and can tell you firsthand that people here are fed up with the spending and taxes. My property taxes have gone through the roof under Democratic leadership. Time for real change!