Trump Criticizes NJ Democrat Mikie Sherrill Ahead of Gubernatorial Election

President Donald Trump strongly criticized Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rep. Mikie Sherrill during a tele-rally supporting Republican Jack Ciattarelli in New Jersey. Trump labeled Sherrill a "fake and corrupt radical left Democrat," mocked her unusual name, and accused her of dishonesty tied to a decades-old Naval Academy cheating scandal that barred her from walking at graduation. He focused heavily on energy costs, claiming Sherrill's policies would increase prices and push the state into a "death spiral," while praising Ciattarelli's proposals to cut energy bills significantly. Sherrill responded by accusing Ciattarelli of being Trump's "lackey" and criticized his stance on important infrastructure projects like the Gateway Tunnel. The race is tight, with polls showing Sherrill leading slightly, and Trump plans to campaign actively for Ciattarelli after returning from Asia. Both candidates are navigating the complex political landscape, with Trump’s endorsement energizing the GOP base yet drawing sharp rebukes from Democrats.