Thirteen candidates are running in the Democratic primary for New Jersey’s 12th Congressional District on June 2, 2026
Thirteen Democratic candidates are competing in New Jersey's 12th Congressional District primary scheduled for June 2, 2026, with incumbent Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman declining to seek reelection. Seven candidates—including Susan Altman, Brad Cohen, Adam Hamawy, Adrian Mapp, Verlina Reynolds-Jackson, Shanel Robinson, and Jay Vaingankar—have emerged as frontrunners with leading endorsements and media coverage.
Key Points
- Open seat race with 13 Democratic primary candidates following Watson Coleman's retirement
- Seven leading candidates have consolidated endorsements and media attention
- Primary election scheduled for June 2, 2026