USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -The governor is popularly elected every four years by a plurality and is limited to two consecutive terms. New Jersey has a Democratic trifecta. The Democratic Party controls the office of governor and both chambers of the state legislature.

Detailed explanation-2: -The governor is directly elected by the voters to become the political and ceremonial head of the state.

Detailed explanation-3: -Constitutional provisions Within 30 days after the certification of the statewide primary election, the candidate for governor selects a running mate to join the ticket as the candidate for lieutenant governor.

Detailed explanation-4: -Phil Murphy is New Jersey’s 56th Governor.