Democratic gubernatorial candidates on George Norcross

Rep. Josh Gottheimer

“Today’s decision speaks to how the justice system is built to work — a judge, making decisions by the book without fear or favor. It’s the opposite of what President Trump is now doing with the Department of Justice — actively undermining the rule of law. President Trump could learn a thing or two from today’s decision about what the rule of law looks like.

“As Governor, I’ll protect and respect our system and continue to fight President Trump’s assault against the judiciary.”

Former Senate President Steve Sweeney

“Today’s decision is yet more proof that political prosecutions have no place in New Jersey or our nation. By dismissing this case, the judge has made it clear that these innocent individuals, including George Norcross and Dana Redd, should never have been indicted. Now, the political establishment can turn its attention to New Jersey’s pressing issues, such as making New Jersey more affordable.”

Jersey City Mayor Steve Fulop

“I know most political people in New Jersey will be scared to comment, but here is a fact: often, there is a difference between how the judicial process plays out on technical legal reasons vs. what is actually right/wrong.  That is a sad truth.  We saw this with Bob Menendez’s first hung jury.  We have seen this with corruption cases across the country. New Jersey deserves change.

Rep. Mikie Sherrill
“As a former prosecutor, I have been monitoring this case and will continue to do so should the AG appeal.”
Editor’s note: Attorney General Matt Platkin announced his intention to appeal this morning.

Newark Mayor Ras Baraka
Did not respond

New Jersey Education Association President Sean Spiller
“With a President acting with blatant disregard for the law, and a New Jersey political system that has long been controlled by insiders and party bosses, we need to rebuild trust in our elected leaders. The dismissal of the charges leaves many unanswered questions that will only build distrust. I am running for Governor to change the way we do things in New Jersey, to restore integrity, and ensure that we are always putting the needs of working people first, not the insiders and special interests.”