It seems like Democrats switching to the Republican Party is a more frequent occurrence in the last several years than it has been in decades.
This week brought another example of a Democrat politician dumping the party and flipping to the GOP.
According to Breitbart, Garfield, New Jersey Mayor Everett E. Garnto, Jr. presumably shocked his supporters and colleagues by announcing his exit from the Democratic Party in order to join the other side.
What makes his switch especially notable is the fact that he not only left his party but also immediately endorsed Republican Jack Ciattarelli for governor.
The move undoubtedly tossed a massive wrench in the upcoming election cycle.
It will make for a major shift in one of Bergen County’s largest municipalities.
Garnto made the announcement during Ciattarelli’s Garfield Rally last week, sending shockwaves through the community and the New Jersey political world.
Michael Casey, the New Jersey State Director for Early Vote Action, announced the bombshell news in an X post.
“Democrat mayor of Garfield NJ has officially SWITCHED parties 🔵->🔴 and ENDORSED Republican Jack Ciatteralli for Governor MAJOR endorsement for @Jack4NJ in a city that has been a longtime Democrat stronghold,” he wrote.
“Standing room only