Incumbent Republican Jeff Van Drew holds a strong position in New Jersey’s 2nd Congressional District ahead of the November 3 general election, supported by the seat’s consistent Republican lean and his prior double-digit victories. The district backed Donald Trump by roughly 13 points in 2024, and nonpartisan forecasters rate it Solid or Likely Republican. Cape May Mayor Zack Mullock secured the Democratic nomination in June after a competitive primary and gained national visibility when the DCCC added the race to its “Districts in Play” list on October 2, one month before Election Day. A September internal Democratic poll showed Van Drew ahead 48-39 percent overall but statistically tied after voters received biographical information on both candidates. Mail ballots have already begun, and a scheduled October 22 debate could provide further clarity on voter priorities in this South Jersey district.