Democrat Mikie Sherrill is projected to become the next governor of New Jersey with a victory Tuesday night over Republican Jack Ciattarelli .

In a high-stakes contest centered on affordability, immigration and housing development, Sherrill was declared the winner by the Associated Press just before 9:30 p.m. The former Navy helicopter pilot and federal prosecutor from Montclair held a solid lead with 57% of the vote after roughly 65% of ballots had been counted.

All results in the chart below are unofficial until certified by election officials.

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New Jersey Governor election results

Sherrill, a four-term congresswoman in New Jersey's 11th District,

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