Mikie Sherrill is an American politician and former federal prosecutor. She serves as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for New Jersey's 11th congressional district, having been elected in 2018. Sherrill is a member of the Democratic Party and has focused on issues such as healthcare, education, and environmental protection during her time in office. Before her political career, Sherrill served in the U.S. Navy as a helicopter pilot and later worked as an attorney. She graduated from Princeton University and earned her law degree from Georgetown University Law Center. Sherrill's background in law and military service informs her approach to governance and public policy.