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NYC congestion pricing toll is 'insane,' says NJ governor candidate Josh Gottheimer - who promises to fight controversial tax

Rep. Josh Gottheimer criticized Gov. Kathy Hochul's congestion pricing plan, claiming it unfairly burdens New Jersey drivers with rising toll costs amid inflation.

Republicans Beat Back Democratic Challenge to Hold New Jersey House Seat

Thomas Kean Jr. re-elected in a competitive race, focused on U.S. global leadership and support for allies.
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Andy Kim Wins in New Jersey to Become the First Korean American Senator

Andy Kim elected as the first Korean American senator, changing New Jersey's political landscape after a corruption scandal.
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2 months ago

Andy Kim, Who Cleaned the Capitol After Jan. 6, Will Address the Convention

Representative Andy Kim rose to national prominence after cleaning up the Capitol Rotunda post-riot and is now a strong candidate for the U.S. Senate.
from www.nytimes.com
5 months ago

Andy Kim Wins Democratic Senate Primary in New Jersey

Andy Kim secured Democratic Senate nomination in New Jersey, facing against Menendez as independent, raising prospects for a competitive general election.

Andy Kim Wins in New Jersey to Become the First Korean American Senator

Andy Kim elected as the first Korean American senator, changing New Jersey's political landscape after a corruption scandal.

Andy Kim, Who Cleaned the Capitol After Jan. 6, Will Address the Convention

Representative Andy Kim rose to national prominence after cleaning up the Capitol Rotunda post-riot and is now a strong candidate for the U.S. Senate.

Andy Kim Wins Democratic Senate Primary in New Jersey

Andy Kim secured Democratic Senate nomination in New Jersey, facing against Menendez as independent, raising prospects for a competitive general election.
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New Jersey Democrats Work to Flip House Seat

Sue Altman is a prominent political figure in New Jersey, challenging powerful incumbents and now targeting a GOP congressman.
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A Democratic Boss Is in Prison. He Still Has 2 Public School Jobs.

The hiring of Anthony Salters after his tax fraud plea highlights ongoing political corruption in Hillside, New Jersey, undermining public trust and policy integrity.

Democratic Power Broker to Face Racketeering Charges

Longtime New Jersey political figure George E. Norcross III faces charges of manipulating property deals to gain government tax breaks for personal gain.

A Democratic Boss Is in Prison. He Still Has 2 Public School Jobs.

The hiring of Anthony Salters after his tax fraud plea highlights ongoing political corruption in Hillside, New Jersey, undermining public trust and policy integrity.

Democratic Power Broker to Face Racketeering Charges

Longtime New Jersey political figure George E. Norcross III faces charges of manipulating property deals to gain government tax breaks for personal gain.
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Atlantic City Mayor Indicted on Child Abuse Charges

New Jersey Mayor Marty Small Sr. and his wife indicted for allegedly abusing their teenage daughter, with serious charges including aggravated assault and endangering a child.
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Menendez's Senate Replacement Has Been a Democrat for Just 5 Months

George Helmy's swearing-in will restore the Democratic Senate majority to 51 with implications for upcoming legislation and party alignment.
Helmy's immediate challenge is to balance his new role while facing scrutiny for his late party alignment.

Tammy Murphy Wins Crucial Support in Her Bid for U.S. Senate

Tammy Murphy won the Democratic convention vote in Bergen County by a significant margin over Representative Andy Kim.
Tammy Murphy's victory was crucial in her primary battle for the U.S. Senate seat, despite facing nepotism allegations and struggling with rank-and-file Democratic support.

Menendez's Senate Replacement Has Been a Democrat for Just 5 Months

George Helmy's swearing-in will restore the Democratic Senate majority to 51 with implications for upcoming legislation and party alignment.
Helmy's immediate challenge is to balance his new role while facing scrutiny for his late party alignment.

Tammy Murphy Wins Crucial Support in Her Bid for U.S. Senate

Tammy Murphy won the Democratic convention vote in Bergen County by a significant margin over Representative Andy Kim.
Tammy Murphy's victory was crucial in her primary battle for the U.S. Senate seat, despite facing nepotism allegations and struggling with rank-and-file Democratic support.
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Sen. Bob Menendez is set to resign after his bribery conviction. Here's what's next

Sen. Bob Menendez plans to resign after a bribery conviction, marking a significant political shift in New Jersey.

Menendez, Convicted of Taking Bribes, Ends Race for Re-election

Senator Robert Menendez has withdrawn from re-election after being convicted of corruption, marking the end of his political career.

Nobody Saw Andy Kim Coming. That's What He Was Counting On.

Taking bold and swift actions in a political campaign can lead to unexpected success.

New Jersey Ballot Ruling Applies Only to Democratic Race, Judge Says

New Jersey is moving towards overhauling its election ballots, potentially reshaping party politics.
The federal judge's decision initially only impacts the Democratic primary ballot, with future implications for Republicans as well.

New Jersey's Ballot Must Be Immediately Redesigned, Federal Judge Rules

A federal judge has granted an emergency request to redesign New Jersey's election ballot before the primary.
The ruling is expected to reshape politics in New Jersey and affect the primary races, impacting Senator Menendez's replacement race.

New Jersey Politics, Often Raucous, Is Bananas This Year

New Jersey is experiencing a high number of high-profile political fights with an array of atypical candidates running under extraordinary circumstances.
The volume of viable candidates and contested races in New Jersey's current election cycle is at an all-time high.

Deceased New Jersey congressman wins Democratic primary election

Rep. Donald Payne Jr. (D) won the Democratic primary posthumously.

A Senator's Son Fights for Political Survival

The elder Senator Menendez's ongoing trial in Manhattan is negatively affecting his son's re-election chances in New Jersey.
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