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Garfield Mayor Switches Party, Endorses Ciattarelli Amid Economic Pressures
9/6/2025
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Story summary
- Garfield Mayor Everett E. Garnto, Jr. switched from the Democratic Party to endorse Republican Jack Ciattarelli for governor.
- This endorsement signifies a notable political shift in Bergen County, a Democratic stronghold.
- Garnto cited economic pressures and rising living costs as reasons for his switch.
- Ciattarelli aims to attract moderate Democrats and independents by promoting affordability in New Jersey.
