Who is Philip Dunton Murphy?
Q: Who is Philip Dunton Murphy?
A: Philip Dunton Murphy is an American financier, diplomat, former Goldman Sachs executive and politician. He is a member of the Democratic Party and the 56th and current Governor of New Jersey.
Q: What year did he become Governor of New Jersey?
A: Philip Dunton Murphy became Governor of New Jersey in 2017 after winning the gubernatorial election.
Q: When was he sworn-in as governor?
A: Philip Dunton Murphy was sworn-in as governor on January 16, 2018.
Q: What position did he hold during the Barack Obama presidency?
A: During the Barack Obama presidency, Philip Dunton Murphy served as United States Ambassador to Germany from 2009 to 2013.
Q: Did he win re-election in 2021?
A: Yes, Philip Dunton Murphy narrowly won re-election in 2021 beating Republican Jack Ciattarelli.
Q: Who was the last Democratic governor to win re-election before him?
A: The last Democratic governor to win re-election before him was Brendan Byrne in 1977.
