Ciattarelli, not conceding, says result will be legal, fair
The result of New Jersey’s election for governor will be “legal and fair” no matter the outcome, Republican candidate Jack Ciattarelli said Thursday in his first comments since The Associated Press declared incumbent Democrat Phil Murphy the election’s winner.
NJ Senate president Steve Sweeney speaks out after loss to Edward Durr, GOP newcomer
Edward Durr, a furniture company truck driver and first-time officeholder, defeated Steve Sweeney in New Jersey’s 3rd Legislative District, according to results tallied Thursday.
Edward Durr, GOP truck driver who spent $150 on primary in NJ, defeats Sweeney
New Jersey’s longtime state Senate president, Democrat Steve Sweeney, has lost reelection, falling to Edward Durr, a Republican newcomer who spent little on his campaign.
Ciattarelli campaign reacts to AP decision: 'Irresponsible' to call vote this early for Murphy
The Ciattarelli campaign criticized the Associated Press for calling the New Jersey gubernatorial race, arguing that it was "irresponsible" to make the call this early in the counting.
Phil Murphy narrowly reelected governor in New Jersey, AP reports
New Jersey Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy narrowly won reelection Wednesday, eking out a victory that spared Democrats the loss of a second gubernatorial seat.
New Jersey residents share their views on the governor's race
Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy and Republican Jack Ciattarelli on Wednesday were locked in what amounts to a tie in the New Jersey governor’s race
Murphy, Ciattarelli in close fight for New Jersey governor’s race
The top of the ticket features Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy against Republican former Assembly member Jack Ciattarelli. All 120 seats in the Assembly and Senate are also on the ballot, and along with them control of the Legislature.
Murphy, Ciattarelli touring NJ as campaign coming to close
In the closing hours of New Jersey’s campaign for governor, Democratic incumbent Phil Murphy is travelling the state touting the progressive accomplishments during his first term.
Gov. Murphy positioned as 'canary in a coal mine' for Democrat policies: 'We're doing what they're discussing'
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy has claimed that his state shows the effect of Democrat policies in action – the same policies currently debated in Congress for President Biden’s mammoth infrastructure bill.
New Jersey voters deciding governor, Legislature, questions
New Jersey’s first ever early in-person voting wraps up Sunday in an election in which voters will elect the governor and Legislature.
Early voting opens in New Jersey: Where to find a polling location
Early voting in New Jersey's 2021 general election opened on Saturday and will continue for registered voters for over a week leading up to Election Day in the Garden State on Nov. 2.
New Jersey governor race tests incumbent Murphy's progressive politics
New Jersey has taken a decidedly liberal shift under first-term Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy, increasing income taxes on the wealthy, expanding voting rights and tightening the state's already restrictive gun laws.
Jill Biden stumps for Murphy in New Jersey re-election bid
First lady Jill Biden campaigned Friday for Democrats in governors' races in Virginia and New Jersey, saying "this election will set a course for a year from now” during her first political trip of her husband's presidency.
Murphy, Ciattarelli to meet in final debate of NJ gov race
Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy and Republican challenger Jack Ciattarelli are set to meet Tuesday in their final debate before the Nov. 2 election.
Murphy, Ciattarelli clash in New Jersey governor debate
New Jersey Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy and Republican Jack Ciattarelli will meet Tuesday in the first of two debates in this year’s campaign for governor.
New Jersey lawmakers advance $46.4B budget, up 15% over last year
New Jersey lawmakers advanced Tuesday a record $46.4 billion budget, a 15% increase over last year, boosting the state’s public pension payment, allocating hundreds of millions for tax givebacks and setting aside almost $4 billion to cover debt.
Murphy runs on record, Ciattarelli asks are you better off?
New Jersey’s gubernatorial election came into focus Wednesday, with Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy defending his progressive record and Republican Jack Ciattarelli homing in on affordability and taxes.
Jack Ciattarelli wins Republican nomination for governor in NJ primary election
Jack Ciattarelli, the small business founder and former Assembly member, won New Jersey’s Republican primary for governor Tuesday, defeating rivals who claimed former President Donald Trump’s mantle.
Casino taxes, city power at stake in Atlantic City's future
New Jersey lawmakers are considering measures that could have a big impact on Atlantic City’s future.
New Jersey becomes latest state to offer early in-person voting
Murphy cast the legislation as a contrast to what he said were states turning back the clock to Jim Crow.