Democrats were expected to sail through the New Jersey gubernatorial race, but preliminary polls show the GOP candidate is narrowing the gap.

Republican candidate Jack Ciattarelli was at a nine-point disadvantage behind Democratic candidate Mikie Sherrill back in August, according to RealClearPolling. In a matter of weeks, Ciattarelli has managed to narrow Sherrill's advantage from nearly double digits to just 3.6 points.

'He is the right person to lead New Jersey in the right direction.'

Ciattarelli secured an endorsement from President Donald Trump, who called him "a terrific America First Candidate.” At the same time, the Republican has earned endorsements from local Democrats, which may have helped Ciattarelli close in on Sherrill's lead.

"Why would anyone vote for New Jersey a

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