Jack Ciattarelli, the Republican nominee for New Jersey governor, has launched a $2 million advertising campaign to scrutinize Rep. Mikie Sherrill’s financial disclosures, following a contentious debate. The move follows a heated debate where Ciattarelli criticized Sherrill for her past inability to explain her substantial wealth, which has become a focal point of their campaign. In two newly released ads, Ciattarelli highlighted Sherrill’s struggles during a radio interview where she attempted to justify her financial gains, with critics calling her responses evasive. The ads also mention a $400 fine Sherrill paid four years ago for failing to report stock trades, which Ciattarelli insists is evidence of her breaking federal laws. Sherrill has dismissed Ciattarelli’s allegations as misleading, accusing him of hypocrisy and pointing to his past ties to opioid manufacturers. The race has grown increasingly personal, with both candidates attacking each other’s credibility and policies. The outcome of the election is expected to have significant implications for the political landscape of the state and national politics, especially in light of the upcoming midterms and the influence of former President Donald Trump.