Failing to connect with voters, Ciattarelli trails in NJ Gov race Eric Scott Published: September 18, 2025 Democrat Mikie Sherrill leads Republican Jack Ciattarelli in the latest poll for governor in New Jersey (AP Photos/Townsquare Media)

❎ Heading into the final stretch, Ciattarelli trails Sherrill for governor

❎ GOP nominee lags on character issues

❎ More independents support Mikie Sherrill

With just over two months to go before voters decide on who will be the next Governor of New Jersey, a new poll shows Republican Jack Ciattarelli still failing to connect with voters on key issues.

The Quinnipiac University Poll shows Democrat Mikie Sherrill with an overall eight point lead, but also leading among critical independent voters.

Sherrill was favored by 49% of likely voters

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