Phil Murphy Wants to Tax the Fun Right Out of New Jersey, Literally

If taxing fun is your main concern, then New Jersey isn’t the state for you. TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy is facing renewed opposition from Republican lawmakers over a proposal in…

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New Jersey lawmaker slams Trenton Democrats for rejecting GOP energy cost relief proposals

TRENTON, N.J. — State Senator Jim Holzapfel on Tuesday condemned Trenton Democrats for voting down two Republican-backed amendments aimed at reducing energy costs and increasing oversight of New Jersey’s utility regulators. The…

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Cranbury officials face pushback on plan to seize 175-year-old family farm

TRENTON, NJ — Lawmakers from New Jersey’s 24th Legislative District strongly opposed a proposed eminent domain action in Cranbury Township that would allow high-density housing to be built on a 175-year-old family…

Watch: Cory Booker gives Nazi-style salute to thousands of Democrats at California rally

NEWARK, NJ — U.S. Senator Cory Booker is facing criticism from conservative commentators after making a gesture during a speech Saturday at a California Democratic convention that some likened to a Nazi…

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Murphy’s New Jersey Budget Full of Waste and Excessive Spending, GOP Says

TRENTON, N.J. – Senate Republican members of the New Jersey Budget Committee are urging significant changes to Governor Phil Murphy’s proposed state budget, criticizing what they describe as excessive spending, looming tax…

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New Jersey Dems Slammed for Blocking Crime Bill that Could Make People Think Twice Before Bringing Violence to Shore

TRENTON, N.J. — Republican state senators Joe Pennacchio and Bob Singer are criticizing Democratic lawmakers for failing to act on a bill they say could have prevented violence that erupted over Memorial…

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Gov. Murphy Mum on Weekend of Violence at the Jersey Shore

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy is facing mounting criticism for remaining silent following a violent Memorial Day weekend in Seaside Heights, where police reported 73 arrests, three stabbings,…

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A candidate for New Jersey governor was paid $225,000 through political donations to his non-profit organization

TOMS RIVER, NJ – One New Jersey candidate will be victorious in June whether or not he wins the GOP primary election for governor. Editor’s Note: This article incorrectly reported funds diverted…

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Cory Booker honors George Floyd on Memorial Day weekend, marking five-year anniversary

NEWARK, N.J. — U.S. Sen. Cory Booker marked Memorial Day weekend by remembering George Floyd, whose death five years ago sparked nationwide protests and a global movement for racial justice. “Today I…

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New Jersey’s Gas Car Ban Halted by U.S. Senate

Trenton, NJ – Like his failed offshore wind programs, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy’s 2035 gas car sales ban appears to be dead in the water. In a 51-44 vote on Thursday,…

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Could New Jersey’s Energy Answer be Found in Nuclear Fusion? Lawmakers

TRENTON, N.J. — A New Jersey Senate committee on Thursday advanced legislation aimed at accelerating the development of fusion energy across the state through a new incentive-based tax credit program. The Senate…

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Sen. Andy Kim backs Kids Online Safety Act, citing rising mental health risks for youth

TRENTON, N.J. — U.S. Senator Andy Kim (D-NJ) expressed strong support for the Kids Online Safety Act in a letter to constituents this week, emphasizing the urgent need to increase protections for…

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Cory Booker’s Vote for Convicted Trump Family Member Sparks Outrage and Hypocrisy Claims

Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) has found himself at the center of a political firestorm after casting the sole Democratic vote to confirm Charles Kushner, father of Jared Kushner and father-in-law to Ivanka…

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Lt. Governor Way Stands in Solidarity with Congresswoman Who Stormed ICE Facility in New Jersey

TRENTON, NJ – Lieutenant Governor Way has publicly defended Congresswoman LaMonica McIver, who faces criminal charges following her controversial actions at an ICE detention center. McIver, a freshman representative, stormed the facility…

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John Bramnick denounces ‘hateful rhetoric’ from President Trump, Spadea, calls for civility in GOP

WESTFIELD, N.J. — State Senator John Bramnick sharply criticized Republican gubernatorial candidate Bill Spadea, the far-right and the Trump administration on Tuesday, denouncing what he called a “rhetoric of hate” coming from…

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New Jersey Senate panel advances bill to boost cancer research funding tenfold

TRENTON, N.J. — Legislation to dramatically increase New Jersey’s investment in cancer research cleared a key hurdle Monday, as the Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee approved a bill to…

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Mandatory tax break for New Jersey’s disabled veterans not being reimbursed by state

TRENTON, N.J. — Senator Carmen Amato, Jr., Assemblyman Brian Rumpf, and Assemblyman Gregory Myhre of New Jersey’s 9th Legislative District are urging the state to reimburse municipalities for the cost of state-mandated…

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Tiver pushes independent NJ Transit audit as strike continues across state rail system

TRENTON, N.J. — As a statewide NJ Transit rail strike enters its third day, State Senator Latham Tiver (R-08) is urging immediate passage of his proposed New Jersey Transit Accountability Act, legislation…