Jack Ciattarelli

Republican politician and businessman who served in the New Jersey General Assembly and ran as the Republican nominee for Governor of New Jersey in 2021 and 2025. He is a certified public accountant and entrepreneur with experience in business and public service.

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Jack Ciattarelli is a New Jersey Republican politician and CPA who has held significant roles in state government and business. He served in the New Jersey General Assembly representing the 16th legislative district, where he focused on fiscal responsibility and small business advocacy.
As a certified public accountant, Ciattarelli built his career in accounting and entrepreneurship before entering politics.
He ran for Governor of New Jersey in 2021 as the Republican Party nominee, losing to incumbent Democrat Phil Murphy, and subsequently ran again in 2025. Throughout his political career, he has advocated for tax relief, educational reform, and business-friendly policies.