Mikie Sherrill - Politician
Age: 53
Country: United States Occupations:
Politician
Mikie Sherrill is an American politician, former naval officer, and former federal prosecutor. She is a member of the Democratic Party and is the Governor-elect of New Jersey, having won the 2025 New Jersey gubernatorial election.
Prior to her election as Governor, she served as the United States Representative for New Jersey's 11th congressional district from January 2019 until her resignation in November 2025.
Her background includes:
* Military Service: She was an officer and Navy helicopter pilot in the United States Navy, serving on active duty from 1994 to 2003, and reaching the rank of Lieutenant.
* Law Career: She served as an Assistant United States Attorney for the District of New Jersey, prosecuting federal cases.
* Education: She is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy, the London School of Economics, and Georgetown University Law Center.
She is married to Jason Hedberg and is a mother of four children. She will assume the office of Governor of New Jersey in January 2026.