Democrats wary support may be sliding among typically loyal voters in New Jersey governor’s race
September 30, 2025
New Jersey’s contest for governor is seeing some groups that traditionally support Democrats, like union and Black leaders, raising concerns about prospects in November. New Jersey voters on Nov. 4 will decide an election that’s drawn intense interest from both major political parties and the White House. The New Jersey race and an election for Virginia governor will be seen as early signs of how voters feel about President Donald Trump and Republicans’ leadership. Trump hopes a victory in New Jersey from his Republican loyalist Jack Ciattarelli over Democratic Rep. Mikie Sherrill will send a resounding message to the nation that his GOP is as strong as ever.