Trump Roars Back in Hunterdon County

After getting slapped down by John Kasich last night in Union, billionaire real estate tycoon stormed back in Hunterdon County last night thanks to the stentorian tones of state Senator Mike Doherty (R-23), his New Jersey surrogate.

After getting slapped down by John Kasich last night in Union, billionaire real estate tycoon stormed back in Hunterdon County last night thanks to the stentorian tones of state Senator Mike Doherty (R-23), his New Jersey surrogate.

Trump received 77 votes, Ohio Governor Kasich received 39 votes, and Texas Senator Ted Cruz received 11 votes.

Former U.S. Rep. Dick Zimmer spoke for Kasich, former Bogota Mayor Steve Lonegan spoke for Cruz, and Doherty represented Trump.

U.S. Rep. Leonard Lance (R-7) formally won the backing of the Hunterdon County GOP, completing his sweep of all the organization lines in the 7th District for the GOP Primary.

Filed Under: New Jersey Politics, nj back room, New Jersey

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