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Former GOP nominees for LD-36 endorse Pino

January 6, 2026 2:24 pm

Former Lyndhurst school board president Chris Musto and Carlstadt Councilwoman Diane DeBiase, two unsuccessful Republican nominees for Assembly in last year’s elections, have endorsed Clifton Councilwoman Rosie Pino for the 9th congressional district. Musto and DeBiase ran for the 36th...

A rundown of today’s races for the N.J. Legislature

June 10, 2025 6:01 amJune 10, 2025 7:34 pm

This story was originally published on March 25, 2025, after the primary election filing deadline, and has been edited in many districts to reflect the current state of races. Over 200 candidates will compete in Democratic and Republican primaries today...

Carlstadt councilwoman joins GOP bid for 36th Assembly seats

January 24, 2025 12:26 pmJanuary 24, 2025 6:51 pm

Carlstadt Councilwoman Diane DeBiase joined Republican Chris Musto’s campaign for the state Assembly in New Jersey’s 36th district on Thursday. Musto, a former Lyndhurst school board member and homeland security official, launched his campaign in November. The pair are seeking...

Republican launches Assembly bid in 36th district

November 26, 2024 12:39 pmNovember 26, 2024 1:08 pm

Former Lyndhurst school board member Chris Musto launched a campaign for the state Assembly in New Jersey’s 36th district Tuesday. A Republican and retired Homeland Security official, Musto dropped a short bid for Bergen County sheriff earlier this year. Musto...