In a resounding victory for the America First movement, former New Jersey state Rep. Jack Ciattarelli delivered a crushing blow to his Republican rivals, winning the New Jersey GOP gubernatorial primary by a landslide — thanks in no small part to a powerful endorsement from President Donald Trump.
On June 10, 2025, Jack Ciattarelli officially emerged as the Republican nominee for governor, securing an overwhelming 67.8% of the vote and leaving his nearest competitor, Bill Spadea, and other challengers Jon Bramnick and Mario Kranjac, far behind. The Associated Press called the race swiftly after determining that Ciattarelli’s lead was mathematically insurmountable, with none of his opponents even cracking 15% of the vote.
According to the AP, Ciattarelli led in every county that had reported votes, with margins ranging anywhere from 13 to an astonishing 70 points. The victory was especially dominant in GOP strongholds such as Ocean, Morris, and Monmouth counties, underscoring the deep grassroots support behind the America First agenda in the Garden State.
The decisive outcome not only sends a clear message to New Jersey Democrats but also highlights President Trump’s continued influence over the Republican Party. Trump’s endorsement, delivered on May 12 via Truth Social, proved to be a game-changer for Ciattarelli’s campaign.
“Jack is a terrific America First Candidate running to be the next Governor of a State that I love, NEW JERSEY!” President Trump wrote. “Jack, who after getting to know and understand MAGA, has gone ALL IN, and is now 100% (PLUS!).”
The 45th president emphasized that Ciattarelli is “strongly supported by the most Highly Respected Leaders in New Jersey” and is uniquely positioned to defeat the far-Left Democrats, who continue to push their dangerous woke policies and radical agenda. Trump made it clear that Ciattarelli represents the best chance to restore sanity in New Jersey and end the destructive policies that have plagued Democrat-run states for years.
“This is an election being closely watched by the entire World because we are ending WOKE, and all of the other NONSENSE that goes along with it, AND NOBODY WANTS TO SEE IT COME BACK!” Trump declared. “Jack Ciattarelli is a WINNER, and has my Complete and Total Endorsement – HE WILL NOT LET YOU DOWN. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN, ELECT JACK CIATTARELLI!”
In response, Ciattarelli expressed his gratitude for the president’s endorsement, calling it a “true honor” and vowing to unite Republicans and deliver victory in November. “It’s time to unite our party, win big in November, and make New Jersey affordable and safe again,” Ciattarelli posted on X. “When I’m Governor, we will.”
GOP strategist Alex Zdan echoed the enthusiasm shared by many conservatives across the state, stating, “I know you’ll make New Jersey Proud.”
With New Jersey’s Democrat machine currently led by Mikie Sherrill, who secured the Democrat gubernatorial nomination, the stage is now set for a fierce showdown in November. But with Trump’s backing and the overwhelming support of GOP voters, Ciattarelli enters the general election as a serious contender ready to take on the entrenched Left and finally put New Jersey on the path to fiscal responsibility, law and order, and common sense governance.
As Democrats continue their failed experiments in high taxes, soft-on-crime policies, and radical social engineering, conservatives across the nation will be watching New Jersey closely as another potential battleground where the America First movement can score yet another critical victory — one that will send shockwaves straight to Washington, D.C.
The message from New Jersey’s Republican voters is crystal clear: enough is enough. The days of bowing to progressive extremists are numbered. Jack Ciattarelli’s commanding primary victory marks yet another chapter in the ongoing America First resurgence — and November is shaping up to be another major battle in the fight to save this country.
