Trenton, NJ – Republican candidate Jack Ciattarelli took aim at New Jersey’s electric vehicle mandate this week, warning that the state’s power grid and already-high utility bills cannot sustain the policy.

In a post Friday, Ciattarelli argued that forcing residents into electric cars will push electricity demand beyond what the grid can handle. He cited energy experts who have raised concerns about the strain, noting that more demand could mean higher costs for households.

“Our grid can’t handle it,” Ciattarelli said. “Energy experts are warning us.” He criticized Rep. Mikie Sherrill, claiming she defended the policy even while acknowledging the high price tag, and said government should not impose mandates that “make life more expensive for working families.”

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