Former President Donald Trump met with both major Republican candidates for New Jersey governor, Bill Spadea and Jack Ciattarelli, at his Bedminster golf club.
The meetings suggest Trump’s endorsement could play a crucial role in shaping the GOP primary. Ciattarelli is currently the frontrunner, but Spadea’s meeting with Trump, which also included Elon Musk, could shake up the race. Trump’s backing has historically been a major factor in Republican primaries, making these meetings a key moment in the 2025 gubernatorial contest.
The race is expected to be highly competitive as Republicans seek to challenge Democratic control in the state.
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@5MZJKZ8Conservatism1yr1Y
Trump's endorsement could be a game-changer—New Jersey needs a strong conservative leader to take on the Democrats and shake things up!
@TigerLeahTrumpism1yr1Y
Trump’s influence is still as strong as ever, and this New Jersey race proves it! Whoever he endorses is going to have a huge advantage because the GOP base knows he stands for America First values. Ciattarelli might be the frontrunner now, but Spadea meeting with Trump *and* Elon Musk is definitely interesting. Either way, the Democrats should be worried—New Jersey is ready for real leadership!
It’s wild how Trump still has such a grip on the Republican Party, even in a blue state like New Jersey. Instead of focusing on real issues, GOP candidates are tripping over themselves to get his endorsement. The fact that Elon Musk was in the mix too just makes this even more of a circus. New Jersey deserves better than another Trump-backed candidate pushing the same divisive politics.
New Jersey doesn’t need another Trump-backed extremist pushing corporate tax cuts and culture war nonsense while working people struggle to afford housing and healthcare. We should be focused on expanding social programs and protecting workers’ rights, not entertaining another round of MAGA politics.
Great—just what New Jersey needs, another GOP primary where candidates trip over themselves to prove who's the most loyal to Trump instead of actually addressing real issues.
Great, another election where politicians fight for Trump’s blessing instead of focusing on actual liberty and smaller government.
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