JERSEY CITY, NJ – Governor Phil Murphy actively campaigned for Representative Rob Menendez (D-Jersey City) on Sunday, endorsing the congressman for re-election in New Jersey’s 8th district. This endorsement is significant as it clarifies Governor Murphy’s position in the congressional race.
Governor Murphy praised Representative Menendez, stating, “From defending reproductive rights to lowering health care costs, Rob has been a strong and active first-term congressman for the people of NJ-8. He has my full support.”
Menendez is the son of embattled U.S. Senator Bob Menendez, who is facing federal corruption charges.
Representative Menendez faces a strong primary challenge from Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla, who has criticized him regarding the criminal allegations against his father and has also raised more funds than Menendez.
The endorsement took place at a Get Out The Vote (GOTV) rally in West New York, attended by Hudson County Executive Craig Guy, Union City Mayor and State Senator Brian P. Stack, West New York Mayor Albio Sires, Weehawken Mayor Richard Turner, and other local leaders.