NJ’s TrentonMikie Sherrill, a congresswoman from New Jersey, is under fire for stock transactions that boosted her wealth by millions of dollars during her time in office. Her financial choices, which were purportedly made using knowledge she acquired from her congressional position, are being questioned by voters.
A fresh survey released this week suggests that this could cost Hillary in November. While serving in Congress, Sherrill’s wealth rose by ten million dollars. She claims that she is simply fortunate.
In the 2025 New Jersey governor race, Democratic Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill is just ahead of Republican Jack Ciattarelli, according to a survey done by National Research Inc. on June 11–12. According to a study of 600 probable voters, Sherrill has 45% of the vote, Ciattarelli 42%, and 12% are unsure. The 95% confidence level has a margin of error of plus or minus 4%.
The choices of voters are divided by class and party. Sherrill has an 81% to 10% lead among Democrats and a 50% to 40% lead among upper-middle-class voters and a 48% to 35% advantage over upper-class voters. Ciattarelli continues to hold a sizable lead among working-class voters (43% to 40%), unaffiliated voters (44% to 36%), and Republicans (82% to 5%). With 44% to 43% of voters who cast ballots in the 2021 gubernatorial election, Sherrill is ahead by one point.
According to the poll, many people are unhappy with New Jersey’s course. 33% of respondents say the state is moving in the right direction, while 54% think it is headed in the wrong direction. Among those who are on the wrong track, Ciattarelli is ahead of Sherrill by 72% to 14%. Ciattarelli has an 87% to 6% lead among people looking for a candidate who will put Trenton to the test.
Voter dissatisfaction is closely linked to concerns about state issues. Of those who think the state is headed in the wrong direction, 83% name immigration as their top concern, 60% name inflation, and 70% name taxation.
89% of Republicans think the state is headed in the wrong direction, compared to 23% of Democrats and 59% of people who are not affiliated.
Personal finances could result in big trouble in November
A unfavorable message about Sherrill’s personal finances was tested by the survey. While serving on the House Armed Services Committee, Sherrill reportedly made over $10 million in stock trades with defense companies since joining Congress. She received a punishment for not disclosing specific deals. According to the survey, 61% of respondents who were still unsure would be less inclined to back Sherrill after learning this. Additionally, the message decreased support by 51% among middle-class voters, 54% among working-class voters, and 57% among unaffiliated voters.
According to the survey, Sherrill continues to hold a slim advantage, but as the election progresses, broad discontent with the state’s direction and worries about her financial dealings might have an impact.
