Helmy's appointment restores Democratic majority to 51 Senators. New Jersey's Democratic Governor chose him despite his recent party registration, indicating strategic political choices ahead.
Despite being a new Democrat, Helmy emphasized his commitment: 'I've worked my entire career to advance Democratic priorities... I will continue to do during my short tenure as a U.S. Senator.'
Helmy's swift shift from independent to Democrat comes as a surprise, particularly given his support for Tammy Murphy before her exit from the Senate race.
The choice of Helmy over popular Representative Kim reflects political calculations by Governor Murphy, as supporters pushed for someone with more established party backing to seize the seat.
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