2024 United States Senate election in New Jersey
The 2024 United States Senate election in New Jersey will be held on November 5, 2024, to elect a member of the United States Senate to represent the state of New Jersey. Primary elections will take place on June 4, 2024.[1] The seat is currently held by Democrat Bob Menendez, who was appointed to the Senate in January 2006 and won his first full term the same year.
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The election has drawn attention due to Menendez's indictment for federal corruption charges in 2023. Menendez has stated he will not resign and is expected to seek re-election.[2][3]
Democratic primary
Declared
- Larry Hamm, community organizer and candidate for U.S. Senate in 2020[4]
- Kyle Jasey, real estate investor and son of state assemblywoman Mila Jasey[5]
- Andy Kim, U.S. Representative from New Jersey's 3rd congressional district (2019–present)[6]
Publicly expressed interest
- Bob Menendez, incumbent U.S. senator[9]
Potential
- Patricia Campos-Medina, activist[10]
- Nilsa Cruz-Perez, state senator from the 5th district (2014–present)[10]
- Josh Gottheimer, U.S. Representative from New Jersey's 5th congressional district (2017–present)[11]
- Tom Malinowski, former U.S. Representative from New Jersey's 7th congressional district (2019–2023)[11]
- Laura Matos, former member of the New Jersey Apportionment Commission[10]
- Tammy Murphy, chair and co-owner of NJ/NY Gotham FC and First Lady of New Jersey (2018–present)[12]
- Donald Norcross, U.S. Representative from New Jersey's 1st congressional district (2014–present)[11]
- Nellie Pou, state senator from the 35th district (2012–present)[10]
- Teresa Ruiz, Majority Leader of the New Jersey Senate (2022–present) from the 29th district (2008–present)[13]
- Esther Salas, judge on the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey (2011–present)[10]
Withdrawn
- Joe Signorello, mayor of Roselle Park and nominee for SD-21 in 2021[14] (ran for U.S. House)[15][16]
- Christina Khalil, social worker (switched to Green Party)[17][18]
Declined
- Frank Pallone, U.S. Representative from New Jersey's 6th congressional district (1988–present) and candidate for U.S. Senate in 2013[19]
- Mikie Sherrill, U.S. Representative from New Jersey's 11th congressional district (2019–present)[20]
- Robert Torricelli, former U.S. Senator (1997–2003)[21]
Endorsements
Kyle Jasey
- State legislators
- Mila Jasey, state assemblywoman from the 27th district (2007–present) (candidate's mother)[22]
Andy Kim
- State legislators
- Carol Murphy, state assemblywoman from the 7th district (2018–present)[23]
- Troy Singleton, New Jersey Senate Majority Whip (2022–present) from the 7th district (2018–present)[24]
- Organizations
- Asian American Action Fund[25]
- End Citizens United[26]
- Let America Vote[27]
- VoteVets.org[28]
- Foreign Policy for America[29]
- Newspapers and other media
- Labor unions
Bob Menendez[lower-alpha 1]
- Organizations
Joe Signorello (withdrawn)
- Statewide officials
- Christine Todd Whitman, former Republican Governor of New Jersey (1994–2001) and Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (2001–2003) (Forward)[34]
- Organizations
Fundraising
| Campaign finance reports as of September 30, 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Bob Menendez (D) | $10,760,881.11 | $2,426,293.11 | $8,553,019.60 |
| Andy Kim (D) | $2,123,798.36 | $384,856.23 | $1,901,474.72 |
| Kyle Fort Jasey (D) | $17,405 | $1,157.28 | $16,247.72 |
| Joe Signorello (D)[lower-alpha 2] | $60,060.09 | $9,443.34 | $86,087.12 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[35] | |||
Polling
| Poll source | Date(s) administered |
Sample size[lower-alpha 3] |
Margin of error |
Bob Menendez |
Andy Kim |
Kyle Jasey |
Tammy Murphy |
Undecided |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Policy Polling (D)[upper-alpha 1] | October 3–4, 2023 | 502 (LV) | ± 4.4% | 5% | 42% | – | 19% | 34% |
| 502 (LV) | ± 4.4% | 10% | 63% | – | – | 28% | ||
| Data for Progress (D) | September 29 – October 3, 2023 | 551 (LV) | ± 4.4% | 9% | 48% | 3% | – | 40% |
Hypothetical polling
| Poll source | Date(s) administered |
Sample size[lower-alpha 3] |
Margin of error |
Josh Gottheimer |
Kyle Jasey |
Andy Kim |
Bob Menendez |
Tammy Murphy |
Frank Pallone |
Teresa Ruiz |
Mikie Sherrill |
Undecided |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Data for Progress (D) | September 29 – October 3, 2023 | 551 (LV) | ± 4.4% | 6% | 1% | 27% | 6% | 4% | 6% | 1% | 20% | 29% |
Republican primary
Declared
- Daniel Cruz, teacher, former member of the Andover Township Board of Education, and candidate for SD-24 in 2021[36]
- Christine Serrano Glassner, Mayor of Mendham Borough (2019–present)[37]
- Gregg Mele, attorney and Libertarian nominee for Governor of New Jersey in 2021[38]
Publicly expressed interest
- Andrew Sidamon-Eristoff, former New Jersey State Treasurer[lower-alpha 4] (2010–2015) and former New York City councilor (1993–1999)[39]
- Jeff Van Drew, U.S. Representative for New Jersey's 2nd congressional district (2019–present)[40]
Potential
- Kevin Rooney, state assemblyman from the 40th district (2016–present)[41]
Withdrawn
- Shirley Maia-Cusick, immigration consulting firm owner[42] (running for U.S. House)[43]
Declined
- Chris Christie, former Governor of New Jersey (2010–2018) and candidate for President of the United States in 2016 (running for president)[44]
Endorsements
Christine Serrano Glassner
- U.S. Representatives
- Thomas Kean Jr., U.S. Representative for New Jersey's 7th congressional district (2023–present)[45]
- State legislators
- Christian Barranco, State Assemblymember from the 26th district (2022–present)[46]
- Brian Bergen, State Assemblymember from the 25th district (2020–present)[46]
- Jon Bramnick, State Senator from the 21st district (2022–present) and former Minority Leader of the New Jersey General Assembly (2012–2022) from the 21st district (2003–2022)[46]
- Michele Matsikoudis, State Assemblymember from the 21st district (2022–present)[46]
- Nancy Munoz, State Assemblymember from the 21st district (2009–present)[46]
- Joseph Pennacchio, New Jersey Senate Minority Whip (2017–present) from the 26th district (2008–present)[46]
- Local officials
- Mike Inganamort, Mayor of Chester Township and nominee for State Assemblymember from the 24th district in 2023[46]
Fundraising
| Campaign finance reports as of September 30, 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Shirley Maia-Cusick (R)[lower-alpha 5] | $301,300.76 | $296,647.43 | $4,653.33 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[35] | |||
Independents
Declared
- Nicholas Carducci, software engineer[36]
General election
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| The Cook Political Report[47] | Likely D | September 26, 2023 |
| Inside Elections[48] | Likely D | September 22, 2023 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[49] | Safe D | January 24, 2023 |
| Elections Daily[50] | Safe D | May 4, 2023 |
Polling
Hypothetical polling
- Bob Menendez vs. Chris Christie
| Poll source | Date(s) administered |
Sample size[lower-alpha 3] |
Margin of error |
Bob Menendez (D) |
Chris Christie (R) |
Other | Undecided |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Policy Polling (D)[upper-alpha 2] | September 26–27, 2023 | 565 (V) | – | 24% | 27% | 41% | 8% |
- Bob Menendez vs. generic Republican
| Poll source | Date(s) administered |
Sample size[lower-alpha 3] |
Margin of error |
Bob Menendez (D) |
Generic Republican |
Other | Undecided |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Policy Polling (D)[upper-alpha 2] | September 26–27, 2023 | 565 (V) | – | 20% | 42% | 25% | 13% |
- Andy Kim vs. Chris Christie
| Poll source | Date(s) administered |
Sample size[lower-alpha 3] |
Margin of error |
Andy Kim (D) |
Chris Christie (R) |
Other | Undecided |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Policy Polling (D)[upper-alpha 2] | September 26–27, 2023 | 565 (V) | – | 46% | 20% | 23% | 10% |
- Andy Kim vs. generic Republican
| Poll source | Date(s) administered |
Sample size[lower-alpha 3] |
Margin of error |
Andy Kim (D) |
Generic Republican |
Other | Undecided |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Policy Polling (D)[upper-alpha 2] | September 26–27, 2023 | 565 (V) | – | 44% | 32% | 5% | 18% |
Notes
- Has not declared his candidacy.
- Withdrawn candidate
- Key:
A – all adults
RV – registered voters
LV – likely voters
V – unclear - In New Jersey, the State Treasurer is appointed by the governor; unlike in other states, it is not an elected position.
- Withdrawn candidate
- Partisan clients
- Poll commissioned by End Citizens United and Let America Vote, which support Kim
- This poll was sponsored by VoteVets.org, which suppports Kim.
References
- "2024 State Primary Election Dates". www.ncsl.org. Retrieved May 13, 2023.
- "Menendez Accused of Brazen Bribery Plot, Taking Cash and Gold". New York Times. September 22, 2023. Retrieved September 22, 2023.
- Cohen, Luc; Zengerle, Patricia; Goudsward, Andrew; Cohen, Luc; Zengerle, Patricia (September 23, 2023). "US Senator Menendez charged with bribery, says he will not resign". Reuters. Retrieved September 23, 2023.
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- Friedman, Matt (August 1, 2023). "Son of New Jersey lawmaker files to challenge Menendez in Democratic primary". Politico. Retrieved August 2, 2023.
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Robert Menendez of New Jersey said it's a 'long time from here to 2024, but I have every intention of running again.'
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- Fox, Joey (September 22, 2023). "With Menendez under indictment, what's going to happen to his Senate seat?". New Jersey Globe. Retrieved September 22, 2023.
- Wildstein, David (September 26, 2023). "Tammy Murphy is a possible U.S. Senate candidate". New Jersey Globe. Retrieved September 26, 2023.
- Wolf, Stephen (September 26, 2023). "Daily Kos Elections Live Digest: 9/26". Daily Kos. Retrieved September 26, 2023.
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- Wildstein, David (July 13, 2023). "It's official: Joe Signorello challenging Kean in NJ-7 House race". New Jersey Globe. Retrieved July 13, 2023.
- Fox, Joey (October 12, 2023). "Signorello Drops NJ-7 Campaign, Citing Fundraising Difficulties". New Jersey Globe. Retrieved October 12, 2023.
- "Menendez gets a primary opponent". New Jersey Globe. November 14, 2022.
- "NJ mayor Christine Serrano Glassner seeks GOP nod vs. Bob Menendez". The Record. September 20, 2023. Retrieved September 23, 2023.
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One House member who doesn't appear to be going anywhere is Rep. Frank Pallone (D-N.J.). He said in an interview that his focus was on taking back the House majority and re-securing the chairmanship of the Energy and Commerce committee.
- "Sherrill says she isn't running to replace Menendez". Punchbowl News. September 29, 2023. Retrieved September 29, 2023.
- Friedman, Matt (August 13, 2023). "Bob Menendez tests Democrats' loyalty as feds target him again". Politico. Retrieved September 22, 2023.
- Suta, Ricky (October 19, 2023). "Mila Jasey still backing her son's U.S. Senate bid, even if Tammy Murphy joins the race". New Jersey Globe. Retrieved October 22, 2023.
"I'm supporting him," Jasey said. " Blood is thicker than anything else."
- Wildstein, David (September 26, 2023). "Carol Muphy endorses Andy Kim for U.S. Senate". New Jersey Globe. Retrieved September 26, 2023.
- Wildstein, David (September 23, 2023). "Singleton backs Kim for U.S. Senate, expresses interest in NJ-3 House seat". New Jersey Globe. Retrieved September 23, 2023.
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- Moulitsas, Markos (September 27, 2023). "Daily Kos calls on Bob Menendez to resign, endorses Andy Kim for Senate". Daily Kos. Retrieved September 27, 2023.
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- Fox, Joey (April 24, 2023). "Centrist Whitman-led group backs Signorello for U.S. Senate". New Jersey Globe. Retrieved April 24, 2023.
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- Van Vliet, John (August 11, 2022). "Cruz Wants to Challenge Menendez". Insider NJ. Retrieved November 15, 2022.
[Cruz] has become the first Republican to file to run against [Menendez]...An independent candidate, Nick Carducci, has also thrown his hat into the ring
- Wildstein, David (September 18, 2023). "Serrano Glassner Announces Bid To Unseat Menendez". New Jersey Globe. Retrieved September 18, 2023.
- "Gregg Mele takes on Robert Menendez in 2024 US Senate Race in NJ". Fox 59. June 29, 2023. Retrieved October 12, 2023.
- Wildstein, David (August 31, 2023). "Former N.J. State Treasurer mulls U.S. Senate run against Menendez". New Jersey Globe. Retrieved August 31, 2023.
- Rooney, Matt (September 23, 2023). "Van Drew says he'll consider a U.S. Senate challenge to Menendez". Save Jersey. Retrieved September 23, 2023.
- Fox, Joey (May 25, 2023). "Retiring but flush with cash, Rooney hints at potential future comeback". New Jersey Globe. Retrieved June 12, 2023.
- "Brazilian senatorial candidate from NJ participates in pro-Bolsonaro event in Massachusetts". Brazilian Times. October 26, 2022.
- Wildstein, David (October 12, 2023). "Maia-Cusick ends Senate bid, will try to flip Andy Kim's House seat in NJ-3". New Jersey Globe. Retrieved October 12, 2023.
- Gregorian, Dareh (September 24, 2023). "Chris Christie rules out running for indicted New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez's seat". NBC News. Retrieved September 24, 2023.
- Wildstein, David (September 19, 2023). "Kean Endorses Serrano Glassner For U.S. Senate". New Jersey Globe. Retrieved September 19, 2023.
- Fox, Joey (September 25, 2023). "Serrano Glassner gets heap of endorsements from Morris County". New Jersey Globe. Retrieved September 25, 2023.
- "2024 Senate Race ratings". Cook Political Report. Retrieved January 25, 2023.
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External links
- Official campaign websites
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