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Gov. Murphy order launches expansive clemency program
A new board will adjudicate applications for clemency, expediting applications from those who long ago completed their sentences.
Inside the ‘wild’ charges against Dem power broker George Norcross
Prosecutors say George Norcross conspired with allies to leverage their control of Camden County to steer redevelopment work to preferred investors.
Adviser testifies about Menendez schemes to bully the press, blame the White House
Michael Soliman on Tuesday spilled all sorts of secrets about the power of politics in who snags the top jobs in New Jersey.
Scientists argue over the origins of COVID-19 before U.S. Senate panel
The hearing was part of ongoing efforts in Congress to apply the lessons learned during the pandemic to prevent or blunt the next outbreak.
Corruption trial of Sen. Menendez resumes Tuesday
Lawyers in the case told the judge during a remote hearing Monday they believe the case will continue until at least the week of July 8.
Biden to unveil protections for some undocumented spouses, easier DACA work visas
President Joe Biden will formally make the announcement during an afternoon White House event to celebrate the 12th anniversary of the DACA program.
Two ‘outsiders’ on opposite ends of political spectrum enter New Jersey governor’s race
Sean Spiller and Bill Spadea join an increasingly crowded field of pols hoping to succeed Gov. Phil Murphy in 2026.
Democratic power broker George Norcross indicted on racketeering charges
The indictment accuses Norcross of overseeing a criminal enterprise, using direct threats and intimidation to win development rights along the Camden waterfront.
Immigrant advocates alarmed by prospect of new immigrant jail in Newark
A federal judge's 2023 order allowing a private firm to run an immigrant jail in Elizabeth makes the opening of a new one more likely, advocates fear.
Anti-abortion groups say Supreme Court’s mifepristone ruling won’t deter them
An attorney for the plaintiffs said the ruling was disappointing, but that they will continue to “advocate for women’s health.”
States struggle with unreliable federal funding for making sure elections are secure
U.S. House Republicans are seeking to eliminate funding for election security grants in this year’s appropriations process.
Two officials accused of using transit agency to seek revenge over political spat
Attorney General Matt Platkin's office says the two men texted about their plan to block payments to an engineering firm over a political feud.