In a move that indicates a desire to participate on the national political stage, Gov. Mikie Sherrill has launched a federal political action committee, Mission to Deliver PAC, to boost federal and statewide Democratic candidates across the U.S. in the 2026 midterm election.
A federal PAC is one of the clearest tells in politics: it’s how governors and senators start playing a national game. It lets them raise money, back candidates in key races, and build a network of donors and allies beyond their home turf — the kind of infrastructure frequently built by those thinking about what comes next.
“Americans are sick and tired of the status quo, and they want leaders who are ready to take on the tough missions to make their lives better and protect our fundamental freedoms,” Sherrill said. “The 2026 midterms are a critical moment as we look to stand up to the Trump administration’s reckless policies that are driving up costs and threatening our shared values as Americans.”
Organizers say the PAC plans to build on the momentum of Sherrill’s campaign for governor last year and concentrate on the affordability issues.
“Our race in 2025 charted what a different path forward looks like,” said Sherrill. “I’m ready to support candidates who share that same sense of service and the urgency to take action.”
Two top Sherrill advisors are involved in the PAC: Democratic strategist Jennifer Holdsworth will serve as chair, and Mollie Binotto is a senior advisor.
Holdworth cited Sherrill’s 14-point victory in a race that was expected to be close as an example of “building the 21st-century coalition of Democratic voters.”
“Mikie and her campaign engaged and motivated Latino, Black, and younger voters in an innovative effort that produced record turnout,” she said. “Mission to Deliver will support candidates across the country who share Mikie’s commitment to serve — and her no-nonsense, get things done approach to leadership.”
New Jersey governors with national ambitions waited until their second terms to begin raising money for candidates in other states.
In May 2015, Chris Christie launched Leadership Matters for America PAC and donated roughly $100,000. He chaired the Republican Governors Association from 2013 to 2014 and used that as a vehicle to raise money and build national relationships.
Phil Murphy served as the Democratic Governors Association chairman twice, in 2020 and again in 2023.
Murphy launched his national political action committee — Stronger Fairer Forward PAC — in February 2022, just weeks into his second term. The PAC contributed over $300,000 to campaigns in President Joe Biden’s midterm cycle. During a period when it was uncertain if Biden would seek a second term, Murphy and aides had mulled a bid for the 2024 Democratic presidential nomination.
