Live Results: New Jersey 2025 gubernatorial election
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.
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