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Trenton, NJ – New Jersey Republican State Committee Chairman Samuel Raia issued the below statement following tonight’s results in New Jersey’s race for the U.S. Senate:

“Jeff Bell has always been a passionate and dedicated leader for our party, and throughout this election cycle Jeff’s commitment to our Republican principles was always at the forefront. Although Jeff will not be serving our state as a United States Senator, I know that Jeff will continue to be an important figure for our party – offering concrete solutions to help our country overcome the challenges we face. I’d like to congratulate Jeff for running a principled campaign that put the people of New Jersey first.”

Trenton, NJ – New Jersey Governor Chris Christie issued the following statement congratulating Tom MacArthur on his victory tonight in New Jersey’s third Congressional District:

“Throughout this campaign, Tom has embodied the best our party has to offer – true leadership, bold ideas, and a commitment to work across the aisle to get things done. The people of the 3rd district saw Tom’s character and how he will be as their representative – a leader who sticks by his principles, focuses on the issues that matter, and who will fight for their families every single day. I’d like to congratulate Tom, his family, and all of his staff and volunteers on their hard fought and much deserved victory tonight.”

Trenton, NJ – New Jersey Governor Chris Christie issued the following statement congratulating all of New Jersey’s Republican Congressional incumbents on their re-election:

“Our Republican delegation in Washington has always stood up for the people of New Jersey and I am thrilled that voters across this state continue to overwhelmingly support their leadership in Congress. At a time when so much is broken in Washington, New Jerseyans know we can always count on our congressional delegation to fight to get things done for our state when it truly matters. Congressmen LoBiondo, Smith, Frelinghuysen, Lance, and Garrett have my congratulations tonight on their re-election and all of our support as they return to Washington to take on some of the most pressing issues facing our country today.”

Trenton, NJ – New Jersey Republican State Committee Chairman Samuel Raia issued the below statement following tonight’s election results for New Jersey’s Bergen County Executive race:

“Kathe has dedicated more than 20 years of her life to public service and fighting for the people of our state. Though tonight’s results are disappointing, there is no doubt that the people of Bergen County have a more efficient, fiscally responsible county government today because of Kathe’s hard work and leadership. Bergen County is better for having had Kathe Donovan’s service over the years and tonight I’d like to thank her for that service, for her friendship, and for her dedication to the people of New Jersey.”

NJGOP Chairman Samuel Raia issued the following statement to celebrate the start of Rosh Hashanah and the beginning of the Jewish New Year:

“As Jewish families across New Jersey gather this evening to celebrate the beginning of Rosh Hashanah, I’d like to wish them all a happy and healthy New Year. This special holiday is a time for those of the Jewish faith to reflect on the past, rejoice in sacred traditions, and look to the future with a renewed sense of hope. Tonight our friends in the Jewish community are joined by New Jerseyans of all faiths as we pray for peace and a better year ahead. L’shana tova u’metukah!”

On Wednesday, August 13, the Association of New Jersey Republican County Chairs convened to elect the organization’s new leadership. New Jersey’s GOP County Chairs voted to elect Hudson County GOP Chairman Jose Arango as the new Chair of Chairs. Chairman Arango’s election is a historic moment, as the first Cuban American to ever serve as the Chair of the Association of New Jersey Republican County Chairs. Chairman Arango was first elected in 1985 to represent Hudson County in the New Jersey Assembly and later was elected Chairman of the Hudson County GOP in 1989.

Chairman Samuel Raia issued the following statement on the election of Hudson County GOP Chairman Jose Arango as the new Chair of Chairs:

“I’d first like to applaud the entire Association of New Jersey Republican Chairmen on electing new leadership yesterday evening, and in doing so, electing Hudson County GOP Chairman Jose Arango to serve as the organization’s first-ever Hispanic Chair. This is an exciting moment for the NJGOP, and I am proud to have someone like Chairman Arango leading our County Chairmen as we approach the midterm elections. But just as important is the network of support that the NJGOP will continue to build even past election day, and I am confident Chairman Arango will be critical in our efforts to growing our strong network of grassroots supporters in the Hispanic community.”

Governor Chris Christie today released the following statement endorsing Republican candidate Jeff Bell for U.S. Senate:

“New Jerseyans have made a great choice in electing Jeff Bell as our Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate. Jeff has proven to be a consistent and strong voice for promoting the important fiscal policies and pro-growth agenda that our country so badly needs, and I am proud to support his candidacy for the United States Senate. I look forward to the spirited campaign that lies ahead as Jeff, his campaign team, and supporters prepare for election day this fall.”

NJGOP Chairman Sam Raia issued the following statement after Governor Christie today vetoed Trenton Democrats’ tax hikes and signed a balanced budget for Fiscal year 2015 into law:

“I commend Governor Christie for his actions today to veto higher taxes and instead, make the tough but fiscally responsible decisions in signing his FY 2015 Budget. The reality is that we can no longer afford to ignore the long-term consequences of our state’s spending problem and rely on the already overburdened taxpayers of New Jersey to foot the bill. Today’s actions once again, show Governor Christie’s commitment to building a better New Jersey by investing in education, health care, and job creation while also protecting New Jerseyans from Democrats’ failed tax and spend agenda.”

New Jersey Republican Party Chairman Samuel S. Raia released the following statement after Democrats in the Legislature approved their Fiscal 2015 budget yesterday that proposes hefty tax increases on hardworking New Jerseyans:

“The budget approved yesterday by Democrats in the Legislature once again fails to provide viable long-term solutions to the fiscal challenges caused by out of control public employee entitlement costs. For the fifth year in a row, Trenton Democrats have proposed taxing our way out of New Jersey’s spending problem and I would strongly support Governor Christie’s veto of these tax increases as he has done each year before.”

Trenton, NJ – At last night’s New Jersey Republican State Committee meeting, New Jersey’s Republican National Committee Members Bill Palatucci and Ginny Haines, and the entire state committee voted to endorse Jeff Bell as the Republican candidate for U.S. Senate. After a unanimous vote, Chairman Sam Raia released the following statement:

“Jeff is a proven leader and has long been a fierce advocate for our conservative values. I am thrilled the New Jersey Republican State Committee unanimously joined me in supporting Jeff Bell as the Republican candidate for United States Senate. As we now focus our efforts towards election day this fall, we look forward to working with Jeff as he builds an aggressive and spirited campaign. I hope voters across the state of New Jersey will join me in supporting Jeff’s candidacy.”