The Associated Press projects Democratic Rep. Mikie Sherrill will win a close race to become the next governor of New Jersey.

Sherrill defeated Republican candidate Jack Ciattarelli, a former state lawmaker who was running in his third consecutive race for governor.

The victory marks the first time since 1961 that Democrats have won three consecutive terms in the New Jersey governor’s office.

The outcome is seen in part as a rejection of President Donald Trump’s policies, signaling that voters chose to continue supporting Democratic leadership and priorities.

Bomb threats cause disruption

New Jersey Lt. Gov. Tahesha Way said bomb threats were emailed to polling places across the state on Tuesday.

The threats caused temporary closures of polling places in Bergen, Essex, Mercer, Middle

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