The New Jersey Governor is the head of the executive branch of the state government in New Jersey. This position is responsible for enforcing state laws, overseeing the state budget, and managing various state agencies. The governor also has the power to veto legislation and appoint judges. Elected for a four-year term, the governor can serve a maximum of two consecutive terms. The current governor, as of October 2023, is Phil Murphy, a member of the Democratic Party. The governor's office is located in the state capital, Trenton, where important decisions affecting the state's residents are made.