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Immigration divides New Jersey Democrats in an early test for the party

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The New Jersey governor’s race is an early test for Democrats trying to navigate the thorny issues of immigration and border security.

Immigration issues are already dividing the party's candidates.

A crowded field of Democrats are competing to replace the term-limited Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy .

Trump lost New Jersey by 6 points but saw a 10 -point swing in his direction compared to 2020 .

Democratic strategist Julie Roginsky said it’s not clear yet if the GOP will leverage this issue in the general election.

She said affordability is “always the name of the game” in state elections.

Democrats will have to decide on a nominee before facing off with Republicans on the issue.