Gov. Mikie Sherrill Says Redistricting New Jersey is On the Table to Eliminate Republican Seats in Congress

Trenton, NJ — The balance of political power in New Jersey’s congressional delegation could face renewed pressure as Governor Mikie Sherrill says she is willing to consider redistricting, while questions circulate about the status of Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. following reports of an alleged illness and reduced public visibility. Sherrill, speaking in an interview with CNN’s Kaitlan Collins, framed the issue as part of a broader national fight over voting systems and electoral maps, suggesting New Jersey could respond if federal-level changes affect election fairness. Her comments introduce a potential shift in how the state approaches its congressional boundaries, which are typically redrawn once per decade following the census. Redistricting emerges as a potential lever Sherrill did not confirm immediate action but made clear she would consider working with the Democrat-led legislature if conditions change. “We have some constitutional limitations on doing it immediately. We’d have to get some votes through, but I’d certainly be willing to work with the legislature to do that,” Sherrill said during the interview. Her remarks came in response to questions about whether New Jersey might redraw its congressional districts ahead of the next scheduled cycle. While she emphasized legal constraints, she also left