Renowned Republican strategist Ed Rollins, who managed President Ronald Reagan’s 1984 re-election campaign, has announced the formation of the “Rebuilding New Jersey PAC” to back Bill Spadea’s campaign for governor. The PAC aims to leverage Rollins’ extensive political experience to bolster Spadea’s candidacy through grassroots mobilization, voter education, and media outreach.
Bill Spadea, a Marine veteran and host of New Jersey 101.5’s morning radio show, has been a prominent voice on conservative issues such as public safety, tax reduction, and education reform. His entry into the gubernatorial race adds to a competitive Republican primary field that includes State Senator Jon Bramnick, former State Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli, and former State Senator Ed Durr.
The Republican candidates recently engaged in their first debate at Rider University, where they discussed their support for President Donald Trump and addressed key issues like opposition to current Democratic Governor Phil Murphy’s executive orders on immigration and differing stances on abortion rights in the state constitution. The GOP aims to regain the governorship in a largely Democratic state as Trump begins his second presidential term.
The New Jersey gubernatorial election is scheduled for November 4, 2025, with primary elections set for June 10, 2025. Incumbent Democratic Governor Phil Murphy is term-limited and cannot seek re-election. The Democratic primary features candidates such as U.S. Representatives Mikie Sherrill and Josh Gottheimer, Newark Mayor Ras Baraka, and Jersey City Mayor Steve Fulop.
With the backing of Ed Rollins and the “Rebuilding New Jersey PAC,” Bill Spadea’s campaign gains a significant boost as he seeks the Republican nomination in a competitive primary. Rollins’ experience in leading successful GOP campaigns, combined with Spadea’s strong conservative platform, positions him as a formidable contender in the race. As New Jersey voters prepare for the June primary, the GOP field remains focused on presenting a viable alternative to Democratic leadership in the state.
