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Donald Trump Endorses Jack Ciattarelli in New Jersey Governor’s Race

The endorsement elevates Ciattarelli as the GOP primary frontrunner in a closely watched contest with implications for the state’s general election.

FILE -Former Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli speaks after the first Republican debate Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025, at Rider University in Lawrenceville, N.J. (AP Photo/Mike Catalini, File)
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Overview

  • Former President Donald Trump announced his endorsement of Jack Ciattarelli for New Jersey governor in a Truth Social post on Monday evening.
  • Trump praised Ciattarelli as an 'America First Candidate' and stated he would work closely with the Trump Administration to advance the MAGA agenda.
  • The endorsement solidifies Ciattarelli’s status as the frontrunner in the Republican primary, where he faces rivals Bill Spadea, Jon Bramnick, and Mario Kranjac.
  • Ciattarelli, who once criticized Trump in 2015, has since embraced his policies and pledged to campaign alongside him if nominated.
  • Republicans are optimistic about flipping the governorship in November, citing Trump’s stronger-than-expected 2024 performance in the state.