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Mary Ellen McIntire

New Jersey Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman won’t seek reelection in 2026 - Roll Call

New Jersey Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman announced Monday that she won’t run for reelection next year, opening up a safe Democratic seat that includes Trenton and Princeton. 

“I made a commitment years ago to always lead the charge on behalf of those I represent, and I believe I have fulfilled that commitment to the very best of my abilities,” Watson Coleman, 80, said in a statement. “I also believe now is the time to pass the torch to the next leader who will continue leading this charge.”

Her announcement comes after New Jersey Democrats posted a strong performance in last week’s off-year elections, with Watson Coleman’s House colleague Mikie Sherrill winning the governor’s race. 

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