Murphy’s Week 4 Grade
Today is Phil Murphy’s 27th day in office and the end of his fourth week. He continues to work his base, like an executive order supporting net neutrality — which gave him a chance to take a shot at Donald...
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Senate, Assembly Democrats Meet for Strategy Session
When Craig Coughlin began his campaign for Assembly Speaker last year, he promised colleagues he would improve internal communications within his caucus and develop a stronger relationship with the Senate Democratic leadership. Senate and Assembly Democrats are meeting in New Brunswick...
Salem GOP’s pot of gold
Did Salem County Republicans get a vig on Fran Grenier’s State Senate race against Steve Sweeney last year? One year ago, the Salem County GOP had $19,280 cash on hand. Now their warchest is more than ten times hat —...
Steve Wynn was big Christie donor
Billionaire casino owner Steve Wynn, who resigned today as Republican National Committee finance chairman amidst sexual harassment and assault allegations, was a major donor to former Gov. Chris Christie’s presidential campaign in 2016. Wynn contributed $25,000 to Christie’s super PAC,...
Oliver in charge this weekend
Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver will take her first turn as acting governor this weekend, while Gov. Phil Murphy is in Washington, D.C. Murphy’s public schedule has him out of state on Saturday and Sunday. Oliver never got to be acting...
Sweeney endorses Scutari
Quickly taking sides in a party contest that could pit two senators against each other, Senate President Steve Sweeney has endorsed State Sen. Nicholas Scutari (D-Linden) for Union County Democratic Chairman. Scutari quickly announced his candidacy after Jerry Green announced...
If Van Drew wins, here’s what comes next
If Jeff Van Drew is successful in his bid for a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives this fall, it will set up a series of moves for the legislature next year. Republicans may see greater opportunities in the...