NJ-02 Democratic nominee?
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JUN 3, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleRetail store manager
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyProgressive Democrat
GenderFemale
LocationNew Jersey
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BackgroundRetail store manager
Notable personal detailsTerri Reese is a Democratic candidate for the U.S. House in New Jersey’s 2nd Congressional District in the 2026 election cycle. She has described herself publicly as a lifelong resident of the district, a former retail store manager, and a single mother. Reese has filed with the Federal Election Commission as a challenger candidate and has campaigned on affordability and government accountability issues.
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
The candidate supports progressive tax changes including surtaxes on high incomes, closing corporate loopholes, raising the payroll tax cap, expanding the Earned Income Tax Credit and child tax credits, and redirecting tax revenue to fund education, healthcare, infrastructure, and community investment. She also advocates for a living wage and policies that prioritize workers and small businesses over corporate interests.
Healthcare
Supports guaranteed affordable, comprehensive, and equitable universal healthcare for all, including mental health and substance use services; also backs policies to lower prescription costs and strengthen protections for pre-existing conditions.
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Immigration & Border
Supports immigration reform centered on compassion, dignity, and a pathway to citizenship while proposing administrative controls at ports of entry to create legal paths to work, protect immigrants from exploitation, and help them gain citizenship; also criticizes ICE actions and calls for accountability for immigration enforcement abuses.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Supports broad access to abortion and reproductive health care and favors codifying reproductive rights into law. Advocates for full reproductive care coverage in health policy with no limitations and backing for federal measures to protect abortion access.
Climate & Energy
Supports investment in renewable energy and training local workers for sustainable industries, coastal protection, waste reduction, and policies to address climate impacts and environmental justice. Advocates strengthening the electric grid and transitioning to renewable energy while emphasizing responsible corporate investment in communities.
News
Terri Reese is in the news as one of the Democrats running in New Jersey’s 2nd Congressional District primary. Recent coverage says the race is centered on who can best challenge Rep. Jeff Van Drew, with local ties and debate appearances drawing attention. The primary is approaching, and Reese is part of a crowded field that also includes Bayly Winder, Zack Mullock, and Tim Alexander.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20262026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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We're monitoring and will update when new data impacts the race.
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