New Jersey man arrested in Florida for plot to kill Governor Phil Murphy

FREEPORT, Fla. — A New Jersey fugitive wanted for making terroristic threats against Governor Phil Murphy was arrested Sunday in Walton County, Florida, according to the Walton County Sheriff’s Office. Russ Semeran,…

Murphy administration files two new lawsuits against White House

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey is suing the Trump administration again. This time, two new lawsuits have been filed, adding to the nearly two dozen already active lawsuits ongoing against the President…

Why Governor Murphy Changed New Jersey’s 2025 Primary Election Date

TRENTON, N.J. — Did you know this year’s primary election in New Jersey was supposed to take place on Tuesday, June 3rd, but Governor Phil Murphy made the decision to change it…

Murphy approval rating sinks below Trump in New Jersey as taxes, illegal immigration key concerns

TRENTON, N.J. — President Donald Trump holds an edge with approval ratings in New Jersey, matching or exceeding Governor Phil Murphy in key metrics, according to new polling data released this week…

Phil Murphy finally stops people from fleeing New Jersey as trains and planes come to standstill

Ciattarelli slams Murphy as NJ Transit strike and airport delays paralyze travel across state TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli took a swipe at Gov. Phil Murphy this week…

It’s not more broken: Murphy says NJ Transit better now than when he took office

Gov. Murphy defends NJ Transit amid strike and service collapse, says system ‘not more broken’ NEWARK, NJ — As transit workers strike and New Jersey’s commuter rail system grinds to a halt,…

Murphy, NJ Transit CEO Announce Contingency Plans Amid Rail Strike

MATAWAN, NJ — Governor Phil Murphy and NJ Transit President & CEO Kris Kolluri on Friday addressed the impact of the ongoing rail strike, confirming that all NJ Transit rail service is…

Dem Leader Appears Shocked to Learn Murphy Policies Have Made Life in New Jersey Unaffordable for Many

TRENTON, N.J. — A top New Jersey Democrat acknowledged this week that the state’s cost of living has surged in recent years and pledged to prioritize affordability in ongoing budget negotiations. Assembly…

Murphy touts success of state rail network as NJ Transit strike hits

ABERDEEN, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy and NJ Transit President and CEO Kris Kolluri addressed the public Friday morning at the Aberdeen-Matawan train station, calling on striking locomotive engineers to immediately return…

Bucco slams Murphy’s energy plan as costly and politically motivated

TRENTON, NJ — Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco (R-25) criticized Governor Phil Murphy’s newly announced executive actions on energy policy Wednesday, accusing the administration of recycling failed strategies while ignoring the…

Lawmakers call on Murphy to suspend state tax, equity tax on rising utility bills

TRENTON, NJ — Republican State Senators Joe Pennacchio (R-26) and Latham Tiver (R-8) are calling on Governor Phil Murphy to suspend state taxes on electricity bills, citing increased pressure on households and…

Chinese spy tech found in solar devices as Murphy pivots to the sun to fix energy crisis

BEDMINSTER, NJ — State Senator Doug Steinhardt (R-23) is urging immediate legislative action following reports that unauthorized communication devices, potentially linked to the Chinese Communist Party, were found embedded in solar power…

Governor Murphy accuses NJ GOP congressman for ‘cutting Medicaid’ waste, fraud and abuse

TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy issued a statement Tuesday condemning Congressman Tom Kean Jr. for voting in favor of a federal proposal that would reduce funding for Medicaid, calling the move…

Phil Murphy unveils new idea as New Jersey facing 32% annual increase in electricity rates

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey residents are not just facing a 20% electricity rate increase in June; they will have suffered a 32% annual increase between June 1, 2024, and June 1, 2025,…

Murphy defends affordable housing law amid local resistance, cites 200,000-unit shortfall

TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy said the state is making slow but steady progress in expanding affordable housing, citing a landmark law signed last year that shifts control from the courts…

Governor Murphy relieved after congressman who stormed federal facility with mob released from jail

Newark, NJ –New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy voiced strong support for Newark Mayor Ras Baraka following the mayor’s release from federal custody late Friday evening. Murphy called his arrest earlier “unjust” and…

Murphy backs nuclear energy as state pivots from failed wind projects

Governor. Phil Murphy formally endorsed expanding New Jersey’s nuclear power capacity this week, marking a public pivot toward atomic energy after setbacks in offshore wind development and growing regional energy demands. The…

Murphy signs new laws on health protocols, military credit, and social work compact

TRENTON, NJ — Governor Phil Murphy signed a package of bills Wednesday affecting health care procedures, licensure compacts, and service credit for military and police academy graduates, while conditionally vetoing legislation on…

Murphy administration launches $5.25M literacy initiative for New Jersey schools

TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy and Education Commissioner Kevin Dehmer on Thursday announced the release of a statewide literacy framework and two new grant programs aimed at strengthening reading skills among…

Murphy defends wind energy as Trump administration blocks federal approvals

TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy is vowing to keep New Jersey’s wind energy plans on course, despite a new federal directive from the Trump administration that has halted all approvals for…

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