Trump Endorses Ciattarelli in New Jersey GOP Primary Early Voting

President Trump held a tele-rally to endorse Republican Jack Ciattarelli ahead of New Jersey's hotly contested gubernatorial primary, urging voters to support Ciattarelli as a 'true champion' who could end the state's 'blue horror show.' Trump criticized New Jersey as a 'high-tax, high-crime sanctuary state' and highlighted Ciattarelli's promise to repeal sanctuary policies limiting cooperation with federal immigration authorities. Ciattarelli, a former state assemblyman and 2021 Republican nominee, has embraced Trump's rhetoric and secured the president's full endorsement, solidifying his frontrunner status in the GOP primary. Other candidates like Bill Spadea expressed disappointment over Trump's endorsement, feeling overlooked despite their support for Trump. The tele-rally, conducted via phone to comply with spending limits, aimed to mobilize early voters as New Jersey's primary election approaches, with Ciattarelli positioned as the key candidate to challenge the Democratic hold on the state. This race is seen as a significant test of Trump’s influence and the GOP's strength in a traditionally Democratic-leaning state.