New Jersey governor race heats up

WBUR | By Here & Now Newsroom

Published October 7, 2025 at 9:01 AM PDT

In New Jersey, Democrat Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli are locked in a tense battle to be the state’s next governor.

Political analysts on both sides say the race could serve as a preview for next year’s midterm elections in Congress.

Tracey Tully, who covers New Jersey for The New York Times, joins us to discuss.

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