New Jersey MAGA Power List

  1. Bill Spadea
    • Radio Host, GOP Gubernatorial Candidate
      Spadea has become a central figure in New Jersey’s conservative landscape, leveraging his high-profile radio show to champion MAGA principles. Known for his vocal opposition to progressive policies and his alignment with Donald Trump’s America First agenda, Spadea’s influence spans across grassroots activists and the Republican establishment.
  2. Edward R. Durr Jr.
    • Former NJ State Senator, GOP Gubernatorial Candidate
      Durr gained national attention with his 2021 upset victory against Democratic Senate President Stephen Sweeney. His blue-collar, populist appeal embodies the MAGA movement’s anti-establishment ethos, making him a favorite among Trump supporters in South Jersey.
  3. Senator Michael Testa
    • State Senator, District 1
      Testa is a prominent conservative voice in the New Jersey legislature and a strong advocate for MAGA policies, including tax reform, gun rights, and opposition to COVID-19 mandates. His prominence in South Jersey has made him a key ally for the Trump-aligned GOP faction.
  4. Jack Ciattarelli
    • 2021 GOP Gubernatorial Nominee, GOP Gubernatorial Candidate
      While not fully embracing the MAGA label, Ciattarelli has worked to balance traditional Republican values with an appeal to Trump voters. His presence in state politics and his potential return to the gubernatorial race keep him relevant in New Jersey’s conservative power structure.
  5. Jeff Van Drew
    • U.S. Representative, NJ-2
      A former Democrat turned Trump supporter, Van Drew’s high-profile party switch in 2019 made him a national figure in the MAGA movement. Representing a swing district, Van Drew is a critical link between Trump’s national influence and New Jersey’s Republican Party.
  6. Hirsh Singh
    • Former GOP Candidate for Governor and U.S. Senate
      Singh has repeatedly positioned himself as New Jersey’s most outspoken MAGA advocate, running on hardline conservative platforms in statewide races. While unsuccessful in winning major offices, his campaigns have galvanized Trump’s base in the state.
  7. Bob Hugin
    • Chairman, New Jersey Republican Party
      Though not a firebrand MAGA supporter, Hugin has steered the NJ GOP closer to Trump’s platform in recent years, emphasizing issues like parental rights and opposition to Democratic tax policies. His leadership remains influential in shaping the party’s direction.
  8. Frank Pallotta
    • Former Congressional Candidate, NJ-5
      Pallotta’s campaigns in North Jersey’s 5th District highlighted MAGA-aligned priorities, such as reducing government regulation and promoting law-and-order policies. He continues to be a voice for Trump supporters in the northern part of the state.
  9. Sue Kiley
    • Monmouth County Commissioner
      A rising star in Republican circles, Kiley has supported many Trump-aligned policies and maintains a strong foothold in Monmouth County, a key battleground for conservative organizing.
  10. Kellyanne Conway
    • Former Senior Counselor to President Trump
      A Bergen County native, Conway served as Trump’s 2016 campaign manager and later as a senior counselor in the White House. Her deep ties to New Jersey and continued influence in national politics make her a significant figure in the state’s MAGA movement. Recently, she co-founded the super PAC Kitchen Table Conservatives to influence the GOP gubernatorial primary.
  11. Jared Kushner
    • Former Senior Advisor to President Trump
      Raised in New Jersey, Kushner played a pivotal role in the Trump administration, handling portfolios ranging from Middle East peace to criminal justice reform. Although he has stepped back from direct political involvement, his ongoing advisory role to Trump, especially on Middle Eastern affairs, continues to impact the MAGA agenda.
  12. Mike Crispi
    • Conservative Media Host, Former Congressional Candidate
      Crispi has emerged as a national voice in conservative media through his podcast and “America First Republicans of NJ” His alignment with MAGA principles and engagement with New Jersey’s conservative base bolster his influence within the movement.

This list highlights the evolving power dynamics within New Jersey’s conservative movement, underscoring the continued influence of MAGA ideology in the Garden State. Whether these figures can unify the party or remain fractured heading into 2025 will be a defining question for the state’s GOP.

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