President Trump has called on voters in Virginia and New Jersey to back Republican candidates in upcoming gubernatorial elections, emphasizing energy policy as a critical issue. In Virginia, Trump praised Winsome Earle-Sears, the GOP nominee, as “very good” and declared she “should win,” while labeling her Democratic opponent, Abigail Spanberger, a “disaster.” He warned that Democratic leadership would raise energy prices, claiming Republican victories could cut costs by 70-80 percent.
Republican Jack Ciattarelli, the gubernatorial nominee in New Jersey, expressed optimism about Trump’s involvement, stating the former president’s support could energize the MAGA base ahead of Election Day. With polls showing a narrowing gap between Ciattarelli and Democratic rival Mikie Sherrill, Trump is set to hold tele-rallies with the candidate. The contests in Virginia and New Jersey, held in the year after a presidential election, are seen as key indicators for future political trends.
Winsome Earle-Sears thanked Trump for his endorsement, vowing to prioritize low energy costs and “commonsense values” if elected. Meanwhile, Spanberger faced scrutiny over her responses to questions about Democratic attorney general candidate Jay Jones’ controversial messages and policies on gender-specific facilities.
