NJ election 2026: Primary winners, losers; full results
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Key Points:
- In New Jersey's primary elections, Democrats selected Rebecca Bennett as their nominee for the 7th Congressional District, a key race that could influence control of the U.S. House of Representatives.
- Justin Murphy secured the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate, aiming to challenge incumbent Democrat Cory Booker in the upcoming general election.
- Other notable House primary winners include Zack Mullock (2nd District, Democrat), Michael McGuire (3rd District, Republican), Rachel Peace (4th District, Democrat), and Adam Hamawy (12th District, Democrat).
- The 2nd District race is particularly competitive, with Democrats targeting Jeff Van Drew, a four-term incumbent who switched from Democrat to Republican in 2019.
- Vote counting continues, with WHYY News providing ongoing updates and full race results available on their website and app.