Poll Shock: Women, Independents May Decide NJ Governor Race Eric Scott Published: October 22, 2025 An Oct. 10 poll finds the race for governor a dead heat as Jack Ciattarelli (right) and Mikie Sherrill (left) make their final push for votes. (Jack Ciattarelli and Mikie Sherrill via Facebook/Townsquare Media illustration)
️❎ Governor's race tightens: Sherrill leads by just 5 points
️❎ Trump’s shadow looms large over New Jersey election
️❎ Voters deeply divided on economy, education, and crime
Sherrill Holds Slim Lead in Tense New Jersey Governor's Race
Trump, Taxes, and Turnout: What’s Driving the Tight Contest Between Sherrill and Ciattarelli
NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. – With just three days before early in-person voting begins on Oct. 25 and two weeks before Election Day on Nov. 4,