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Unveiling the Menendez Bribery Trial: A Political Saga Unfolds

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Ridgewood NJ, in the heart of Manhattan, the federal corruption trial of Senator Bob Menendez, a prominent figure in the Democratic Party representing New Jersey, commenced with the meticulous process of jury selection. The trial, surrounded by intrigue and speculation, centers on allegations that Menendez and his wife, Nadine, were involved in a web of bribery, allegedly accepting substantial favors from affluent businessmen in exchange for wielding their political influence.

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New Jersey Democrat Legislature Set to Vote on Bill Threatening Public Records Access

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Trenton NJ, In a move stirring controversy and concern, the New Jersey Legislature is poised to vote on a bill that could severely restrict access to public records. The proposed legislation, which cleared the Assembly Appropriations Committee on Friday afternoon, is scheduled for a vote in both chambers on Monday, sparking outcry from advocates and citizens alike.

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Delay in Sen. Bob Menendez’s Bribery Trial: What You Need to Know

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Washington DC, in a recent development, the start of the bribery trial involving New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez has been postponed by a week, shifting from May 6 to May 13. The decision came after attorneys on both sides agreed that the additional time would facilitate trial preparation efforts.

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Tammy Murphy Drops Out of US Senate Race

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Trenton NJ, following a disappointing performance in the Democratic Primary convention season, New Jersey’s First Lady Tammy Murphy announced today via the social media platform X that she is withdrawing her candidacy for the United States Senate.

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Scandal Plagued Senator Menendez Won’t File for Democratic Primary, But Opened the Door for a Run as an Independent

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Ridgewood NJ, in a video announcement on Thursday, Senator “Gold Bar” Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) revealed his intention to explore the possibility of running as an independent candidate for his seat, despite facing pressure from within his own party to resign over his indictments.

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New, “Affordable Housing ” Bill Will Have Catastrophic Consequences for Bergen Towns and New Jersey Taxpayers

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Westwood NJ, New Jersey moves toward socialism and elimination of private property advaning a legislative proposal that could revolutionize how mandatory affordable housing units (socialism) are determined for municipalities, with the Senate passing the bill on Monday along party lines. Governor Phil Murphy is anticipated to sign the bill into law, heralded as a pivotal reform for one of the nation’s most expensive states.

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So Called ‘Green Amendment’ Could Actually Halt Projects that Improve the Environment

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Trenton NJ, a proposed constitutional amendment that attempts to establish that every person has a legal right to a clean environment could, in fact, block initiatives designed to improve the environment, such as offshore wind projects.

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Just When You Thought It Couldn’t Get Any Worse ,NJ Business Climate Ranked Worst in Region and Declining

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Trenton NJ, NJBIA released its 2024 Regional Business Climate Analysis showing New Jersey continues to remain last in the region by a wide margin in terms of business taxes and cost competitiveness.

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New Study: Almost Every Government Intervention in Response to COVID Was Wrong

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Trenton NJ, State Senator Joe Pennacchio released his review of the administration’s report of the Covid pandemic and the State’s response. The report commissioned by Governor Murphy was compiled by the Law Firm of Montgomery McCracken at a cost of $9 million to the State’s taxpayers.

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Democrat Effort to Weaken OPRA Laws Stalled

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Trenton NJ, New Jersey lawmakers have paused their efforts to revamp the state’s public records laws following criticism from various good government groups. The bill (S2930), introduced by top Democrats just a week ago, faced swift opposition from nonprofits, civil rights organizations, unions, and the media, who voiced their concerns at dual committee meetings in Trenton on Monday. Originally slated for a crucial hearing in the state Assembly appropriations committee on Thursday, the bill was unexpectedly withdrawn from the agenda shortly before noon.

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Trenton Democrats Move to Gut Open Public Records Act (OPRA)

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Trenton NJ, after a lengthy and contentious debate, a contentious bill aiming to overhaul New Jersey’s Open Public Records Act (OPRA) took a step forward on Monday night. Advocates from various organizations, including Alex Ambrose of the New Jersey Policy Perspective, voiced their opposition to the proposed legislation during a marathon committee meeting of the state Senate Budget Committee. Ambrose and many others argued that the bill, which seeks to restrict public access to government documents and information, would create additional barriers for citizens seeking transparency in government operations. Despite the overwhelming opposition voiced during the hearing, the committee voted 9-4 to move the bill forward for further consideration by the full state Senate.

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Small Business Association Blasts Governor Murphy and Trenton Democrats on Latest Tax Increase Push

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Trenton NJ, the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s leading small business advocacy association, released the following statement by State Director Eileen Kean in response to Gov. Phil Murphy’s new budget message.

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Tammy Murphy Picks Up Over 100 Democrat Endorsements Across Bergen County

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Hackensack NJ,  Tammy Murphy received over 100 endorsements from local, state, and county Democratic leaders across Bergen County in her bid for U.S. Senate.

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DEI opponents using a 1866 Civil Rights law to challenge fake equity policies

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Ridgewood NJ, detractors of “workplace diversity initiatives” are increasingly relying on a segment of the Civil Rights Act of 1866 to challenge both equity policies and financial support for businesses owned by minorities.

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