Trump Backs Jack Ciattarelli, Vows to “Make New Jersey Great Again”

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has thrown his full support behind Republican candidate Jack Ciattarelli in the race for governor of New Jersey. With the state’s primary election approaching, Trump took to his social media platform, Truth Social, urging voters to rally behind Ciattarelli, declaring that it’s time to “Make New Jersey Great Again.”

In his post, Trump made it clear that Ciattarelli is the only candidate in the Republican race who has earned his endorsement. He dismissed claims from other candidates who have allegedly suggested they had his support.

“New Jersey has a very important primary election on Tuesday,” Trump wrote. “Go out and vote for Jack Ciattarelli, who has my Complete and Total Endorsement! Some of his opponents are falsely claiming to have my backing — I don’t even know who they are! We cannot play games when it comes to elections, and New Jersey is a key state we need to win.”

Trump emphasized that the eyes of the world are on the United States and that flipping New Jersey red would send a strong message. He repeated his trademark slogan, saying that Ciattarelli is the right candidate to help “Make New Jersey Great Again.”

Currently, the governorship of New Jersey is held by Democrat Phil Murphy, making the state a priority target for Republicans aiming to reclaim power in traditionally blue regions. Trump’s strong endorsement signals a push to unify the Republican base behind Ciattarelli and increase turnout in the upcoming primary.

As the race intensifies, Ciattarelli hopes Trump’s support will give him the momentum needed to secure the Republican nomination — and ultimately challenge Democratic leadership in the state.