Newark, NJ – Democratic New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Mikie Sherrill appeared caught off guard during a recent interview when pressed about reports suggesting she made millions from stock trades while serving in Congress.
Democrat New Jersey governor candidate Mikie Sherrill malfunctions after getting questioned on allegedly making millions from stock trades.
— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) October 26, 2025
Sherrill has been a U.S. Rep. since 2019.
Charlamagne: Did you make $7 million in stock trades?
Sherrill: I, I haven't, uh, I, I don't… pic.twitter.com/zQJS6pNhJl
The exchange occurred during an appearance with radio host Charlamagne tha God, who asked Sherrill directly if she “made $7 million in stock trades.”
“Democrat New Jersey governor candidate Mikie Sherrill malfunctions after getting questioned on allegedly making millions from stock trades,” said analyst Colin Rugg.
Sherrill hesitated before responding, saying, “I, I haven’t, uh, I, I don’t believe I did, but I’d have to go see what, what that was alluding to.”
Key Points
- Democratic candidate Mikie Sherrill was questioned about alleged $7 million in stock trades.
- Sherrill, a U.S. Representative since 2019, said she was unsure about the figure.
- The moment drew attention online amid scrutiny of congressional stock trading.
Awkward pause fuels political backlash
The brief exchange quickly circulated on social media, with critics seizing on Sherrill’s uncertain response as she campaigns for governor. The congresswoman did not specify whether the question referred to total trades made or profits earned, saying she would need to review the report being referenced.
She stumbled her way out of that interview, which has left a scar on her campaign for governor in New Jersey.
Stock trading by lawmakers under scrutiny
Sherrill’s hesitation comes as bipartisan calls grow for tighter regulations—or an outright ban—on individual stock trading by members of Congress. Several lawmakers across both parties have faced criticism for trading in industries affected by legislation they oversee.
Campaign remains focused on state issues
While Sherrill’s campaign has not released an official statement addressing the viral moment, aides have emphasized her record on veterans’ issues, education, and state economic development as her focus in the race.
In other words, she continues to dodge the issue, successfully.