NJ-GOV: New Jersey governor's race shattered spending records as independent groups poured in $158 million
Candidates running for New Jersey governor this year spent more than a quarter-billion dollars, according to a newly released study.
Not only was the race between Mikie Sherrill and Jack Ciattarelli the most expensive in New Jersey history, it was also the sixth costliest in U.S. history, as independent groups spent record amounts on the 2025 election.
The study, released Dec. 22 by the New Jersey Election Law Enforcement Commission, was based on the most recent campaign finance filings and includes spending for both the primary and general election.
“It is now evident that this year’s gubernatorial election was the most expensive New Jersey election in state history by a large margin. It was also one of the top 10 costliest gubernatorial elections ever in the nation,” said Joe Donohue, the New Jersey Election Law Enforcement Commission deputy director.
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