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Murphy administration urges Biden to offer protections to undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens
Thursday was the 12th anniversary of DACA, an Obama-era policy that offers work permits and protection from deportation to undocumented residents brought to America as children.
U.S. Supreme Court overturns ban on bump stocks used in Las Vegas mass shooting
The opinion, written by Justice Clarence Thomas, reduces the executive branch’s already-limited ability to address gun violence.
State pitches $100M plan to develop NJ Transit properties
The plan would generate real-estate development near train stations and boost revenue for NJ Transit, officials say.
Backlash against DEI spreads to more states
State lawmakers are enjoying growing success in their pushback against DEI programs at public universities.
Trump claims ‘great unity’ after talks with congressional GOP
The positive reception from GOP leaders showed Trump’s standing in the party improved since the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection.
Tax hikes would ease deficits, but budget surplus still at risk, group warns
New taxes would keep New Jersey's surplus alive a bit longer, but the state will still spend billions more than it collects in coming years, a fiscal group warns.
Local activists, mayors urge passage of new business tax to fund NJ Transit
Business groups oppose the new tax, saying it would make the state less competitive in attracting and retaining employers.
Menendez corruption trial briefly suspended due to developer’s illness
Jurors in Sen. Menendez's bribery trial got the day off Thursday after developer Fred Daibes' attorneys said he was too ill to come to court.
U.S. Supreme Court rejects attempt to limit access to abortion pill
The high court unanimously rejected attempts by anti-abortion groups to roll back access to what was in place more than eight years ago.
Jersey Shore leaders, cops gripe to lawmakers about ‘lawless’ young people
Jersey Shore leaders want the state to reassess juvenile detention statutes and pass new laws to punish people who plan pop-up parties.
Republican IVF bill fails in U.S. Senate
The Senate is set to take a procedural vote as soon as Thursday on legislation from Democrats that would bolster protections for IVF.
Official testifies Sen. Menendez asked him to ‘look at’ criminal case targeting his friend
U.S. Attorney Philip Sellinger said Sen. Bob Menendez repeatedly griped to him about a federal case against his friend Fred Daibes.