Tyler Jones has been named the new press secretary and deputy communications director
for Gov. Phil Murphy, it was announced Wednesday.
Jones succeeds Natalie Hamilton, who will become the director of communications for the
FIFA 2026 World Cup NY/NJ Host Committee.
“Tyler has an impressive track record in strategic communications,” Murphy said. “I’m
excited for her to continue communicating our administration’s accomplishments and
priorities with the same clarity and dedication through the end of my term.”
Jones has a long history with the governor and those close to him, serving as both the press secretary for the First Lady and the Lt. Governor. Her time in Trenton dates back to 2022, but she it also includes a stint in Washington in 2024, when she serves as a senior
communications advisor for U.S. Senator George Helmy.
Jones is one of three gaining promotions in the communications department.
Kiran Sheth was elevated to deputy press secretary; Toral Patel was promoted to press and
digital aide.
The news of all of these promotions was first reported by NJ Globe.
