Summary
Mikie Sherrill, a Democratic candidate in New Jersey's gubernatorial race, has seen a decrease in her lead over her Republican opponent, Jack Ciattarelli, according to recent polls. The race is significant because New Jersey is one of only two states holding governor elections this year. Polls show her lead has shrunk due to changes in support from independent voters.
Key Facts
- Mikie Sherrill and Jack Ciattarelli are running for governor in New Jersey.
- Recent polls by Quantus Insights show Sherrill’s lead dropped from 10 to 2 percentage points.
- The shift is primarily due to changes in support from independent voters.
- Sherrill's support among Black voters is lower than for other Democratic candidates in past elections.
- New Jersey has not elected a Republican governor since 2013.
- The recent poll was conducted among 900 likely voters at the end of September.
- A SurveyUSA poll initially showed a 13-point lead for Sherrill after the nominations.
- Sherrill's military records, released recently, revealed disciplinary issues from her time at the Naval Academy.
