GOP mayoral primary pits Jefferson incumbent against former state lawmaker
Mayor Eric Wilsusen faces challenger Christian Barranco, a former Assemblyman running with the slogan 'Save Jefferson.'
Jefferson Township is among several municipalities highlighted for competitive municipal primaries this Tuesday. State news outlets have listed the town alongside Bloomfield and Elizabeth as featuring top local races.
The Republican mayoral contest features incumbent Mayor Eric Wilsusen against challenger Christian Barranco. Campaign signs are visible throughout the township promoting both candidates.
Barranco is a former state Assemblyman from District 25 who lost his seat last fall. He has launched his campaign with the slogan 'Save Jefferson.'
Sources indicate this primary collision is drawing significant attention, though specific voter turnout numbers or polling data were not provided in available reports.
Sources
- The unanimous Declaration of the thirteen united States of America (savejersey.com)
- 44 municipal primaries we’re watching on Tuesday (newjerseyglobe.com)