Who won the debate between Ciattarelli, Sherrill?
Democratic nominee Mikie Sherrill and Republican nominee Jack Ciattarelli went head-to-head on Wednesday night in their final debate before New Jerseyans decide which of them will serve as the state’s next governor. Political analyst Steve Adubato joined Good Day New York with reaction.
NEW JERSEY – Election Day in New Jersey is just 16 days away, and polls open for early voting in less than a week.
Here’s everything you need to know about the candidates for governor, polls and how to vote.
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What’s next:
Election Day 2025 is Tuesday, Nov. 4, 16 days away.
Timeline, key dates The voter registration deadline for the general election has passed.Saturday, Oct. 25 through Sunday, Nov. 2: The early voting period. Hours will be Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.Tuesday, Nov. 4: Election Day. Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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Who’s ahead? Polls in the NJ governor’s race
By the numbers:
Here’s a look at some of the latest polls in the race for NJ governor.
Betting odds
Some companies have begun taking what amounts to bets on the outcome of the NYC mayoral election.
NJ election news today Sherrill attended a “No Kings” protest in Montclair on Saturday, according to Fox News. At the rally she declared she would fight President Donald Trump “tooth and nail.”Former President Barack Obama endorsed Sherrill for governor on X this week. Ciattarelli, however says he’s not concerned, Fox News reports. Ciattarelli was at a Spanish-speaking town hall on Saturday, where he said that people without criminal records would not face deportation, WHYY reports. How to track election results
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Meet the candidates Rep. Mikie Sherrill – Democrat
The backstory:
Rep. Mikie Sherrill, a former Navy helicopter pilot and federal prosecutor, is the Democratic nominee for New Jersey governor, running against Republican Jack Ciattarelli. Currently representing New Jersey’s 11th District, she’s focused on making the state more affordable through tax incentives, housing support, and investments in clean energy. Sherrill advocates for codifying abortion rights, expanding childcare and education access, and increasing healthcare transparency. She’s backed by Gov. Phil Murphy, Sen. Cory Booker, Sen. Andy Kim, and several labor unions.
Jack Ciattarelli
Jack Ciattarelli, a businessman and former state lawmaker, is the Republican nominee for New Jersey governor, making his third run for the office, this time against Democrat Mikie Sherrill. Aiming to make the state more affordable, he proposes capping property taxes, cutting state spending by 30%, and lowering business taxes. Ciattarelli supports voter ID laws, stricter abortion limits after 20 weeks, and repealing New Jersey’s “sanctuary city” policy. He’s backed by former President Donald Trump, former Gov. Thomas Kean, and multiple law enforcement organizations.