Phil Murphy Wishes They All Could Be California…Laws
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy is on a mission to California-ize the state of New Jersey before he leaves office. It has been the cornerstone of his administration, to…
Governor Murphy on Middletown 10% Tax Increase and School Closures: The Math Doesn’t Lie
Middletown, NJ, March 30, 2025 – Residents of Middletown, New Jersey, are confronting a proposed 10.1% school tax increase as the Middletown Township School District grapples with a $10 million budget shortfall…
Phil Murphy: The Unsung Hero Who Made New Jersey Great Again
TRENTON, NJ – MMove over, MAGA hats—Governor Phil Murphy has been quietly making New Jersey great again in his own inimitable way. Sure, his methods might’ve ruffled a few feathers (and bank…
Republicans slam Murphy energy policies as NJ utility bills soar
TRENTON, NJ — Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco (R-25) and Senate Republican Whip Michael Testa (R-1) are demanding answers from the Murphy administration and the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities…
Letter: If Phil Murphy Loves California So Much, Why Not Move There?
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has never been shy about his admiration for California. From his progressive policy pushes to his frequent nods to the Golden State’s approach on climate, taxes, and…
New Jersey bill seeks to reverse Murphy-era school aid caps that devastated dozens of suburban districts
TRENTON, N.J. — Senator Latham Tiver (R-08) announced Thursday he will co-sponsor legislation aimed at fully restoring state education aid to New Jersey school districts that have lost funding since fiscal year…
Phil Murphy’s Dream of Californication Could Bring Bad News for New Jersey Democrats in November
Trenton, NJ – Governor Phil Murphy’s ambitious vision to transform New Jersey into the “California of the East Coast” is unraveling, as a series of controversial policies ignite dissent among residents and…
Phil Murphy Just Dropped a $51 Million Tax Increase on Cigarettes, Tobacco, and Vapes
TRENTON, NJ — Smokers and vapers in New Jersey would pay more under Governor Phil Murphy’s proposed budget, which includes significant increases to tobacco and vapor product taxes projected to generate $51…
Phil Murphy Celebrates 50 Years of New Jersey’s Affordable Housing Legacy Amid Ongoing Debate
Trenton, NJ – Governor Phil Murphy marked a significant milestone today, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the historic Mount Laurel decision at Jacob’s Chapel AME Church. The event celebrated the legacy of…
New Jersey’s New Prosecutor Issues Dire Warning for Governor Phil Murphy, Senator Booker
BEDMINSTER, N.J. — Former President Donald Trump on Monday appointed Alina Habba, his longtime legal representative and current Counselor to the President, as interim U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey,…
Murphy’s “Mansion Tax” Hike Targets New Jersey’s Soaring Home Prices
Trenton, NJ – A million dollars used to be able to buy a mansion in New Jersey. Today, it could just get a family going in some parts of the Garden State.…
New Jersey Gun Owners Face New Tax Threat as Murphy Targets Ammo and Firearms
Trenton, NJ – If you’re a gun owner in New Jersey, you might want to stock up on ammunition now—Governor Phil Murphy’s latest budget proposal is taking aim at your wallet once…
Governor Murphy Proposes 10% Alcohol Tax Hike to Boost New Jersey Revenue
Trenton, NJ—New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has proposed raising the state’s alcoholic beverage tax by 10%, a move aimed at generating an additional $18.5 million in revenue for the fiscal year 2026…
Governor Phil Murphy Slashes Millions in Funding for State Sponsored Media Outlets
Trenton, NJ – In a move that has sparked debate across the Garden State, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has proposed a budget for the 2026 fiscal year that eliminates funding for…
Dear Phil Murphy and Democrats: New Jersey Doesn’t Want to be the California of the East
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey doesn’t want to be California of the East. The ridiculous notion came from Massachusetts native and current governor of the Garden State, Phil Murphy. Most New Jerseyans…
Phil Murphy’s Reaction to Trump Policy is Unhinged Says Candidate for New Jersey Governor
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey media personality and political commentator Bill Spadea took to social media this week to defend President Donald Trump and criticize Gov. Phil Murphy, calling the governor “unhinged”…
‘Time for him to go’: NJ GOP demands Murphy’s Activist AG Platkin resign over missing crime data
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Republican lawmakers are calling for Attorney General Matthew Platkin’s resignation following a heated Assembly Judiciary Committee hearing Monday, accusing the state’s top law enforcement officer of failing…
Murphy Leads NJ Democrat Charge Against Trump Tax Cuts While Championing Massive Tax Increases in own State
TRENTON, N.J. — Democrats in New Jersey are pushing for New Jersey taxes to increase across the board and Governor Phil Murphy is leading that effort. Murphy and Democrats are now criticizing…
Phil Murphy Wants to Tax the Cloud, Raising Costs for Millions to Use Online Services
TRENTON, N.J. — Senate Republican Budget Officer Declan O’Scanlon on Thursday demanded answers from Gov. Phil Murphy regarding a proposed new tax on digital services that could raise costs for millions of…
Phil Murphy’s Gas Truck Ban Suffers Another Blow as Lawmakers Push Back
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey lawmakers have introduced legislation that would delay the state’s implementation of Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT) regulations for at least two years, pushing back the deadline to January…
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