Who Is Running in New Jersey Congressional District 11th in 2026?
Last updated: March 4, 2026
Mikie Sherrill
(Incumbent)Economy
HighMikie Sherrill supports economic growth through investments in education and job training, particularly in STEM fields and through partnerships between universities, community colleges, and local employers. She advocates for building on New Jersey's strengths in healthcare and biotechnology to attract technology and clean energy jobs. As governor, she signed executive orders to freeze utility rates and streamline permitting to lower costs and ease business operations, a stance supported by the NEW JOBS PAC.
Immigration
HighMikie Sherrill vetoed immigrant rights bills, expressing concern that codifying such legislation could invite new court challenges. She has also been hesitant to fully commit to New Jersey's Immigrant Trust Directive, seeking clarification despite supporting much of it. Conversely, Sherrill opposes expanding immigration detention and issued an executive order to protect against ICE raids on state property, stating her commitment to keeping New Jerseyans safe and upholding constitutional rights.
Healthcare
HighMikie Sherrill advocates for affordable healthcare, aiming to cap prescription drug costs, expand coverage, protect pre-existing conditions, and lower prices by requiring transparency and justification for premium increases. As governor, she plans to protect public employee health plans, lower premiums, and ensure access to doctors, especially for children. She supports codifying abortion rights and expanding access to reproductive health services, contraception, and IVF.
Republican Candidate
No Republican candidate has been confirmed for this race yet. Check back after the primary.
| Issue | Mikie Sherrill |
|---|---|
| Economy | Mikie Sherrill supports economic growth through investments in education and job training, particularly in STEM fields and through partnerships between universities, community colleges, and local employers. She advocates for building on New Jersey's strengths in healthcare and biotechnology to attract technology and clean energy jobs. As governor, she signed executive orders to freeze utility rates and streamline permitting to lower costs and ease business operations, a stance supported by the NEW JOBS PAC. High |
| Immigration | Mikie Sherrill vetoed immigrant rights bills, expressing concern that codifying such legislation could invite new court challenges. She has also been hesitant to fully commit to New Jersey's Immigrant Trust Directive, seeking clarification despite supporting much of it. Conversely, Sherrill opposes expanding immigration detention and issued an executive order to protect against ICE raids on state property, stating her commitment to keeping New Jerseyans safe and upholding constitutional rights. High |
| Healthcare | Mikie Sherrill advocates for affordable healthcare, aiming to cap prescription drug costs, expand coverage, protect pre-existing conditions, and lower prices by requiring transparency and justification for premium increases. As governor, she plans to protect public employee health plans, lower premiums, and ensure access to doctors, especially for children. She supports codifying abortion rights and expanding access to reproductive health services, contraception, and IVF. High |
| Climate & Energy | Mikie Sherrill supports expanding new energy generation from solar, nuclear, and battery storage projects, aiming to reduce utility costs and carbon emissions. She plans to invest in mass transit to decrease car usage and develop housing plans to prevent sprawl, which could worsen flooding and impact wildlife. She earned a 93% score from the League of Conservation Voters in 2024 and a 97% lifetime score. High |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | Mikie Sherrill strongly supports abortion rights, having voted twice for the Women’s Health Protection Act. She has pledged to enshrine abortion rights in the New Jersey constitution, safeguard access to mifepristone, and strengthen state shield laws for healthcare providers. Sherrill views access to reproductive healthcare as a fundamental right essential to women's autonomy and health, and she co-led efforts to restore federal funding for Planned Parenthood. High |
| Foreign Policy | Mikie Sherrill supports a robust military presence and comprehensive missile defense to address threats from North Korea and Iran, citing concerns about their nuclear programs and destabilizing activities. She voted in favor of the Additional Ukraine Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2022, which provided $40 billion in aid to Ukraine. She also supported the CHIPS and Science Act to strengthen U.S. capacity in critical sectors and manage U.S.-China competition. High |
| Education | Mikie Sherrill supports fully funding public schools, advocating for modernizing the funding formula to stabilize state aid and address special education costs. She plans to expand the Interdistrict Public School Choice Program to tackle school segregation and supports merging some school districts. Additionally, she aims to invest in high-impact tutoring, early literacy, and mental health services in schools to improve student outcomes. High |
| Gun Policy | Mikie Sherrill supports gun control, having advocated for expanding background checks, banning bump stocks, and promoting safe firearm storage while in Congress. She also played a role in passing the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act. Sherrill is endorsed by gun safety groups like Giffords PAC and Brady PAC, stating that strong gun laws protect citizens and reduce gun violence, which contributes to New Jersey's low firearm death rates. High |
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