Gov.-elect Sherrill declares a ‘mandate’ for New Jersey but makes surprise Trump move Associated Press Published: November 6, 2025 New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy and governor-elect Mikie Sherrill talk during a photo opportunity in the governor's office in Trenton, N.J., Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

💰 Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill vows to make New Jersey more affordable, calling her victory a 'big mandate'

🏠 Plans include freezing electric bills and expanding help for first-time homebuyers

🚆 Sherrill says she’s ready to work with Trump on federal funding for key infrastructure

TRENTON — New Jersey Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill said Wednesday she believes she has a mandate to fulfill campaign promises of making the state more affordable, and the Democrat is dialing back

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