https://nypost.com/2025/10/06/us-news/republican-jack-ciattarelli-nabs-key-endorsements-in-democratic-stronghold-of-new-jersey/ Republican Jack Ciattarelli nabs key endorsements in Democratic strongholds of New JerseyIn recent weeks Democrats have been crossing party lines, they see how bad things are in NJ under Progressive ruleNick Sacco (North Bergen Mayor): Sacco, a longtime Democratic leader in Hudson County, formally endorsed Ciattarelli on October 9, 2025. In a statement, he cited Ciattarelli's responsiveness to the needs of North Bergen, stating that the welfare of his residents is more important than party linesEverett Garnto Jr. (Garfield Mayor): In September 2025, the Democratic mayor of Garfield switched his party affiliation to Republican and endorsed Ciattarelli. Garnto praised Ciattarelli's plans for affordability and support of law enforcementJames P. Dodd (Dover Mayor): A Democrat who previously endorsed Chris Christie, Dodd announced his endorsement of Ciattarelli in September 2025. Dodd's backing is considered significant as Ciattarelli has been actively campaigning in Dover, a heavily Latino communitySal Vega (Former West New York Mayor): Vega, a former mayor and assemblyman, also endorsed Ciattarelli in October 2025. His endorsement was part of a string of cross-party endorsements from Hudson CountyLocal Hudson County Commissioners: In early October 2025, Ciattarelli also received endorsements from North Bergen Commissioner Allen Pascual and West New York Commissioner Marcos Arroyo. Former West New York Commissioner Alberto Rodriguez also endorsed Ciattarelli Beloud