NJ Republicans Blast $135,000 Price Tag for Gov. Phil Murphy’s Official State Portrait

Trenton, NJ – He’s coming back, this time, in the form of a $135,000 painting, paid for by taxpayers of New Jersey. New Jersey Assembly Republicans are taking aim at the cost…

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Up in Smoke: Phil Murphy’s Vision of New Jersey’s Weed Economy Suffers Another Major Blow

The Cannabist Company plans to lay off 86 workers at its Vineland facility as it restructures through bankruptcy, marking another setback for New Jersey’s once-booming legal cannabis industry. Vineland, NJ – Just…

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Rodrick Slams Phil Murphy-Appointed Democrat Prosecutor For Political Meddling

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – When Toms River Police Chief Guy Maire went on a medical leave of absence earlier this year, somebody went inside his office, removed his name tag and shared…

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Phil Murphy Brought Hollywood to New Jersey, Now Mikie Sherrill is Suing Movie Companies

Trenton, NJ – For nearly eight years, New Jersey has aggressively marketed itself as Hollywood East. Under Gov. Phil Murphy, the state revived its film tax credit program, recruited some of the…

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It’s Official: Phil Murphy-Owned Gotham FC to Leave New Jersey for New York City in 2028

Harrison, NJ – NJ/NY Gotham FC, the National Women’s Soccer League club co-owned by New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy and First Lady Tammy Murphy, has officially announced it will relocate its home…

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Leaving so Soon? Phil Murphy’s Gotham FC Reportedly Exploring Move From New Jersey to New York City

The reigning NWSL champions are reportedly in talks to move home matches to a new Queens stadium, fueling speculation that Phil Murphy’s soccer club could leave New Jersey after years in Harrison.…

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Jersey City Needs a $120 Million Bailout and Former Phil Murphy Aide Wants You to Pay For it

Assemblywoman Katie Brennan says Jersey City needs $120 million from Trenton to help close a massive budget deficit as city officials confront rising costs, depleted reserves, and the prospect of significant tax…

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Update: Phil Murphy Appointed New Jersey Prosecutor Facing Allegations of Election Interference and Municipal Meddling

Toms River Township alleges Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer used his office to interfere in township affairs, influence local politics, and undermine the administration’s authority over the police department. Toms River, N.J.…

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Gov. Sherrill Blames Phil Murphy for New Jersey Transit’s High-Priced Fares During World Cup

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. —New Jersey taxpayers could be left covering a $48 million transportation bill for the 2026 World Cup at MetLife Stadium—while FIFA contributes nothing and collects billions from the tournament…

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Mikie Sherrill Doubles Down on Phil Murphy’s 2035 Gas Car Ban by Joining the Multi-State Climate Alliance Behind It

State aligns with aggressive emissions goals as debate over gas vehicle phaseout grows. Sherrill backs Murphy-era clean car push as NJ joins climate alliance efforts. Trenton, NJ – Governor Mikie Sherrill’s decision…

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New Jersey is facing a fiscal crisis and Mikie Sherrill is blaming Phil Murphy and Donald Trump

New Jersey’s new governor warns that decades of “temporary fixes” and the end of federal COVID aid have left the state in a financial bind with thing about to get worse before…

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New Jersey Republicans make symbolic move to repeal Phil Murphy’s plastic bag ban

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey lawmakers have introduced new legislation to repeal the state’s sweeping plastic and paper bag ban, arguing the policy has backfired and led to more waste rather than…

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Here are the convicted murderers Phil Murphy granted clemency to on last day as New Jersey governor

Trenton, NJ – Trenton – In a sweeping and controversial act of executive authority, outgoing Governor Phil Murphy granted clemency to more than a dozen convicted murderers and violent offenders during his…

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Phil Murphy Budgets $1 Million to Fund New Jersey’s Fight Against Trump , Raises Taxes

TRENTON, N.J. – Gov. Phil Murphy has released his proposed fiscal year 2026 budget for New Jersey, outlining $58.1 billion in spending, an increase of roughly $2 billion from the previous year.…

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Useless Weird Sh-t: Phil Murphy gives 350,000 Ex-Cons Right to Serve on Jury duty

TRENTON, N.J. – Governor Phil Murphy signed an executive order this week restoring jury service rights to more than 350,000 New Jersey residents who have completed their criminal sentences, calling it a…

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Phil Murphy Wants Convicted Felons to Sit on Juries, GOP Lawmakers Object

TRENTON, N.J. – Senator Michael Testa sharply criticized reports that Governor Phil Murphy is preparing to issue an executive order permitting individuals convicted of serious crimes to serve on juries, calling the…

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Phil Murphy Signs Student Cell Phone Ban for New Jersey Public Schools

RAMSEY, NJ – Governor Phil Murphy signed bipartisan legislation Wednesday requiring all New Jersey K–12 schools to adopt policies restricting student use of cell phones and other internet-enabled devices during the school…

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Phil Murphy Explains Why New Jersey Needs a Sales Tax Increase, Slams Plan to Cut Taxes

Trenton, NJ – If taxes are your number one concern, then New Jersey isn’t the state for you. It was the message Governor Phil Murphy rode into Trenton and he’s riding that…

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Phil Murphy’s Offshore Wind Plan Deemed a National Security Risk by Trump Administration

TRENTON, NJ – The Trump administration has ordered an immediate pause on all large-scale offshore wind projects across the United States, citing classified national security concerns identified by the Department of War,…

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Phil Murphy Doubles Down on 2035 Gas Car Ban, Zero Emissions Plan As Term Enters Final Days

TRENTON, N.J. – Governor Phil Murphy on Wednesday announced a new Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Roadmap outlining the state’s progress in expanding electric transportation and its strategy to accelerate future adoption through major…

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