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Garfield, New Jersey – In an unexpected political turn, Everett E. Garnto Jr., mayor of Bergen County—the state's fifth-largest municipality—announced Thursday his departure from the Democratic Party and his endorsement of the Republican party led by gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli.

The announcement was made during a rally at the Garfield municipal gymnasium, attended by hundreds of supporters. In his speech, Garnto stated that his decision reflects a deep dissatisfaction with the state's current direction. “New Jersey is broken, and it's time to work on real solutions,” the mayor said, receiving applause from the crowd.

Garnto's endorsement represents a symbolic victory for Ciattarelli, who is seeking to expand his electoral base in a state traditionally dominated by Democrats. During the event, the Republican welcomed the mayor's decision and stated that his campaign will focus on combating corruption, reducing taxes, and improving public safety.

Political analysts point out that this party change could have an impact on the race, given that Bergen is one of the most heavily weighted electoral regions in New Jersey. Although Democrats maintain an advantage in the polls, Garnto's move reflects growing discontent among local communities with the current state administration.

"Mayor Garnto joins thousands of citizens who are ready for change," Ciattarelli emphasized, stressing that his campaign seeks to unite communities tired of broken promises.

With this announcement, the battle for New Jersey's governorship intensifies, and the role of local leaders like Garnto could be decisive in shaping the vote.