NJ Democrat Sherrill Declines Endorsing Mamdani
New Jersey Democratic gubernatorial nominee Rep. Mikie Sherrill said at a PIX11-hosted candidate forum that she will not weigh in on New York City’s mayoral race and declined to endorse Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani, saying she is focused on New Jersey voters and issues such as affordability, housing and the Gateway Tunnel funding pause. The remarks—given amid a broader federal government shutdown and national attention on Mamdani—were seized on by Republican opponent Jack Ciattarelli, who has criticized Sherrill for appearing to hedge her stance.
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📌 Key Facts
- Rep. Mikie Sherrill told a PIX11 forum she will "not get engaged" in the NYC mayoral race and is focused on New Jersey issues.
- Sherrill made the remarks in a campaign forum context that included a Sept. 21, 2025 debate reference and discussion of affordability and Gateway Tunnel funding.
- GOP rival Jack Ciattarelli has circulated past Sherrill comments to argue she has been inconsistent on whether she would support Mamdani.