Summary
Voters in New Jersey are choosing a new governor in a closely watched race that has national political importance. The Democratic candidate is Mikie Sherrill, a congresswoman, and the Republican candidate is Jack Ciattarelli, who nearly defeated the current governor in the last election. President Trump endorsed Ciattarelli, which is significant in this politically competitive state.
Key Facts
- New Jersey is voting for a new governor with Democrat Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli as candidates.
- The current governor, Democrat Phil Murphy, cannot run again due to term limits.
- Mikie Sherrill is a U.S. representative and former Navy helicopter pilot.
- Jack Ciattarelli is a former state Assemblyman and has President Trump's endorsement.
- Both candidates have raised about $20 million for their campaigns.
- New Jersey's governor races are often seen as a measure of national political mood.
- Historically, New Jersey voters often choose a governor from the opposite party of the sitting U.S. President.
- New Jersey has not had one party hold the governorship for more than three consecutive terms since the 1960s.
