New Jersey · 2026 Midterms

What's on your New Jersey ballot

A clear, nonpartisan rundown of the candidates and races New Jersey voters will decide in the 2026 midterms, with where each candidate stands and how competitive the race is.

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U.S. Senate, New Jersey

Booker vs MurphyProjected winner

Sen. Cory Booker seeks a third full term against Republican attorney Justin Murphy. Republicans have not won a New Jersey Senate election since 1972.

Cory Booker Democrat

U.S. Senator since 2013; former Mayor of Newark

93%est. chance of winning · Rated Safe/Likely D; Republicans last won a New Jersey Senate race in 1972
  • HealthcareProtect healthcare access, oppose Medicaid cuts
  • GovernmentCriminal justice reform, frequent critic of the Trump administration
  • EconomySupport working families and small business
  • ImmigrationOpposes expanded ICE detention expansion in New Jersey
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Justin Murphy Republican

Attorney and former Tabernacle Township committeeman

7%est. chance of winning · Won the June 2 Republican primary with 33% of the vote (AP)
  • EconomyTax cuts, spending reductions, and private-sector growth
  • ImmigrationSecure the northern and southern borders
  • EducationEmphasis on parental rights in schools
  • GovernmentStanding up to crime and expanding economic opportunity

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