Representative LaMonica McIver, Democratic from New Jersey

LaMonica McIver

Representative · New Jersey · Democrat

LaMonica McIver

Biography
LaMonica McIver represents New Jersey’s 10th congressional district, elected in a September 2024 special election to fill the vacancy left by the death of Donald Payne Jr. She previously served on the Newark Municipal Council from 2018 until entering Congress in 2024. Before her House tenure, McIver joined other officials in attempting a congressional oversight visit to a Newark ICE detention facility; she was later indicted for allegedly impeding federal officers during that visit, a case she has called politically motivated.
Professional History

  • U.S. Representative

    2024–Present

    Represented New Jersey's 10th congressional district for 2 terms.

  • President, Newark Municipal Council

    2022–2024

    Served as president of the Newark, New Jersey, municipal council until resigning the presidency in 2024 to focus on her congressional campaign while remaining a council member.

  • Member, Newark Municipal Council

    2018–2024

    Served on the Newark, New Jersey, municipal council representing the Central Ward.

  • Co-founder, Newark G.A.L.S.

    Co-founded the nonprofit Newark G.A.L.S. to foster leadership in young women and girls.

Policy Focus
Government Operations and Politics25%
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues13%
Crime and Law Enforcement13%
Agriculture and Food13%
Committee Assignments
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  • House Committee on Small Business
  • House Committee on Homeland Security

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