Adam Hamawy becomes New Jersey's first Muslim congressman
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Adam Hamawy secured a historic victory as New Jersey's first Muslim and Egyptian-American member of Congress.
Surgeon and former Army physician Adam Hamawy won election to represent New Jersey's 12th Congressional District. The Democratic candidate defeated Republican Gregg Mele to succeed retiring Representative Bonnie Watson Coleman. His victory makes him the first Muslim and Egyptian-American congressman in New Jersey history.
- The backgroundHamawy previously volunteered as a surgeon in Gaza during his medical career.
- The oppositionHe defeated Republican attorney Gregg Mele in the heavily Democratic district.
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Adam Hamawy won the House seat representing New Jersey's 12th Congressional District, succeeding retiring Representative Bonnie Watson Coleman.
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- Middle East EyeAdam Hamawy makes history as New Jersey’s first Muslim congressman2h ago · open ↗
- The HillHamawy wins open New Jersey House seat, succeeding Watson Coleman7h ago · open ↗
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