New Jersey voters will return to the polls on November 3 for the 2026 midterm elections, with a U.S. Senate seat and all 12 of the state’s seats in the U.S. House of Representatives on the ballot.
The election comes at a consequential point in Washington, where control of both chambers of Congress remains closely contested. While several New Jersey congressional districts strongly favor one party, a handful of races are drawing greater attention because of open seats, recent special elections, or the potential for a competitive general election.
Election Day: November 3, 2026
U.S. Senate: One New Jersey seat on the ballot
U.S. House: All 12 New Jersey congressional districts on the ballot
New Jersey’s U.S. Senate Race
Democratic U.S. Senator Cory Booker is seeking another term and will face Republican nominee Justin Murphy in the general election. Independent and minor-party candidates will also appear on the statewide ballot.
Because every New Jersey voter will participate in the Senate contest, it is the only federal race appearing statewide. The result will also contribute to the broader national contest for control of the U.S. Senate.
All 12 House Seats Are Up for Election
As in every federal midterm election, each of New Jersey’s 12 U.S. House seats is on the ballot. Most districts currently have an incumbent seeking another term, but several contests stand out heading into November.
Thomas Kean Jr. vs. Rebecca Bennett
Republican incumbent Thomas Kean Jr. is seeking reelection against Democratic nominee Rebecca Bennett. The district includes all or portions of Hunterdon, Morris, Somerset, Sussex, Union, and Warren counties and remains one of the New Jersey races receiving the most national attention this cycle.
An Open Congressional Seat
The 12th District has no incumbent on the November ballot. Democrat Adam Hamawy and Republican Gregg Mele are the two major-party nominees, with Green Party candidate Andres Jinete and independent candidate Winston Jordan also appearing on the ballot.
A Rematch Following the Special Election
Democratic Rep. Analilia Mejia, who won the district’s April special election, will face Republican Joe Hathaway again in November. Alan Bond is also running under the Hope for Tomorrow designation.
The Race Receiving the Most Attention
Among New Jersey’s House contests, the 7th District remains the clearest battleground. The Cook Political Report currently lists the race between Kean and Bennett as competitive, while most of the state’s other districts are rated as favoring one party more decisively.
That makes the district particularly relevant to the national fight for the House, where a relatively small number of competitive seats could determine which party holds the majority when the next Congress begins.
Why the Midterms Matter for New Jersey
Regardless of party, the members New Jersey sends to Washington will have a role in federal decisions affecting transportation, healthcare, energy, taxes, infrastructure, education, public safety, environmental policy, federal funding, and other issues with direct implications for the state.
Committee assignments and control of the House and Senate can also influence which legislation advances, how federal agencies are overseen, and which policy priorities receive attention during the final two years of the presidential term.
Key Dates for New Jersey Voters
Voters can find registration information, early voting locations, vote-by-mail information, and polling places through the New Jersey Voter Information Portal.
Looking Ahead to November
With less than a month remaining before Election Day, campaigns will continue making their case to voters while early and vote-by-mail ballots begin to shape turnout across the state.
GTB Partners will continue to follow New Jersey’s federal races and the potential policy implications of the 2026 midterm elections as November 3 approaches.
Candidate information: New Jersey Division of Elections.
Voting dates and information: Vote.NJ.Gov.
