The leader of the state Senate is officially taking sides in the race to succeed Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-Ewing), joining other Union County Democrats to endorse Plainfield Mayor Adrian Mapp for Congress.
Senate President Nicholas Scutari, also the Democratic chair of Union County, announced his endorsement of Mapp on Friday. Mapp is one of 13 Democrats seeking the nomination in the 12th congressional district.
“Adrian Mapp is a proven executive leader who understands how government works and how to deliver results,” Scutari said. “He has demonstrated that he can lead with discipline, vision, and a deep commitment to the people of his community. I am proud to support his candidacy for Congress because I believe he has the experience, judgment, and strength to serve the people of the 12th District well in Washington.”