Posted on

New Eagleton Poll: New Jerseyans Frustrated Over Taxes, Affordability, and Transit

external content.duckduckgo 22

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

NEW JERSEY — A new Rutgers-Eagleton Poll reveals that New Jersey residents are largely dissatisfied with how the state government is handling critical issues, particularly taxes, cost of living, and public transportation. The report, conducted between June 13 and 16, 2025, paints a picture of a public increasingly frustrated with both state and national leadership — a sentiment expected to shape the upcoming 2025 New Jersey gubernatorial election.

Continue reading New Eagleton Poll: New Jerseyans Frustrated Over Taxes, Affordability, and Transit

Posted on

President Donald Trump Announces Ceasefire Between Israel and Iran, Declares End to “12-Day War”

30dc trump 1 videoSixteenByNine3000 4257437873 scaled

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Washington DC,   President Trump made a dramatic announcement Monday on Truth Social, proclaiming a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Iran, officially ending what he dubbed the “12-Day War.”

“It has been fully agreed by and between Israel and Iran that there will be a complete and total ceasefire,” President Trump posted. “God bless Israel, God bless Iran, God bless the Middle East, God bless the United States of America, and God bless the world.”

Continue reading President Donald Trump Announces Ceasefire Between Israel and Iran, Declares End to “12-Day War”

Posted on

The “Bromance” Is Over: Elon Musk Publicly Splits With President Trump in High-Stakes Feud

78429864007 20250211 t 212152 z 1887965217 rc 2 jsca 0 ycfi rtrmadp 3 usatrump 1 scaled

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Washington DC, the high-profile alliance between Tesla CEO Elon Musk and President Donald Trump has officially collapsed, erupting in a public war of words on social media. Once seen as political allies, Musk and Trump are now embroiled in a bitter feud that could reshape the intersection of tech, politics, and the 2024 election cycle.

Continue reading The “Bromance” Is Over: Elon Musk Publicly Splits With President Trump in High-Stakes Feud

Posted on

Supreme Court to Decide Fate of After-Election Day Ballot Counting

make your votes count vote early vote often classic round sticker rf8fd64f4514144ec98b7e8476f545cd9 0ugmp 8byvr 704 3966544358

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Washington DC, the U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case that could dramatically change how mail-in ballots are counted across the country, setting the stage for a potentially historic ruling that redefines the meaning of Election Day in America.

Continue reading Supreme Court to Decide Fate of After-Election Day Ballot Counting

Posted on

Egg Prices Plummet 61% in 2025: What’s Behind the Dramatic Drop?

Happy Easter artchich theridgewoodblog.net

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Ridgewood NJ, National Egg Day was celebrated on June 3rd, recognizing the nutritional value and culinary versatility of eggs. If you’ve noticed eggs are suddenly more affordable, you’re not imagining things. Egg prices in the U.S. have dropped a staggering 61% since January 2025, offering much-needed relief for consumers after years of sticker shock.

Continue reading Egg Prices Plummet 61% in 2025: What’s Behind the Dramatic Drop?

Posted on

President Trump Extends EU Tariff Deadline to July 9 After Call With European Commission President

port newark container upgrade terminal 194663053

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Washington DC, in a high-stakes move impacting global trade, former President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that he has agreed to extend the deadline for imposing a 50% tariff on European Union exports to the United States. The extension follows a phone call with Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, and gives both sides until July 9, 2025, to negotiate a resolution.

Continue reading President Trump Extends EU Tariff Deadline to July 9 After Call With European Commission President

Posted on

Trump and Musk Share Vision to Make Life on Mars a Reality

FleetofSpaceXITSspaceshipsonMarsbySamTaylor 2071940573

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Mars, President Donald Trump and Elon Musk, the world’s richest man and founder of SpaceX, are united by a bold vision: making human life on Mars a reality.

Continue reading Trump and Musk Share Vision to Make Life on Mars a Reality

Posted on

Moody’s Downgrades U.S. Credit Rating, Ending Over a Century of Perfect Standing

external content.duckduckgo 34

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

New York NY, Moody’s Investors Service has officially downgraded the U.S. credit rating from Aaa to Aa1, ending a perfect score the country held since 1917. The move, announced Friday, reflects growing concerns over the rising federal deficit, soaring interest payment ratios, and sluggish economic growth.

Continue reading Moody’s Downgrades U.S. Credit Rating, Ending Over a Century of Perfect Standing

Posted on

James Comey Questioned by Secret Service Over Controversial Social Media Post Allegedly Targeting Donald Trump

FBI  Director James Comey

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Allendale NJ,  former FBI Director James Comey was interviewed by the U.S. Secret Service after sharing — and later deleting — an Instagram post that sparked accusations from conservatives of inciting violence against President Donald Trump.

Continue reading James Comey Questioned by Secret Service Over Controversial Social Media Post Allegedly Targeting Donald Trump

Posted on

James Comey Under Federal Investigation Over Controversial “86 47” Instagram Post

130529194838 james comey story top

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Allendale NJ, former FBI Director James Comey, originally from Allendale, New Jersey, is under investigation after posting a seemingly innocent beach photo to Instagram that federal officials claim may contain a coded threat against President Donald Trump.

Continue reading James Comey Under Federal Investigation Over Controversial “86 47” Instagram Post

Posted on

President Trump Signs Executive Order to Terminate Federal Funding for NPR and PBS

Screenshot 2025 05 02 055033

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Washington DC,  in a sweeping late-night move, President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday directing the termination of all federal funding for National Public Radio (NPR) and the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). The order also tasks all federal agencies with identifying and ending any additional taxpayer support going to the two public broadcasters.

Continue reading President Trump Signs Executive Order to Terminate Federal Funding for NPR and PBS

Posted on

Trump Signs Executive Order Targeting Sanctuary Cities and States

ICE : U

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Trenton NJ, in a move with major implications for immigration enforcement across the U.S.,  President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing the Department of Justice (DOJ) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to compile a full list of sanctuary cities and states within the next 30 days.

Continue reading Trump Signs Executive Order Targeting Sanctuary Cities and States

Posted on

Trump Administration Urges IRS to Revoke Harvard University’s Tax-Exempt Status

universidad de harvard 259596995

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Washington DC, in a bold political move, the Trump administration has formally asked the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to revoke Harvard University’s tax-exempt status, following criticism that the Ivy League institution is promoting political and ideological agendas.

Continue reading Trump Administration Urges IRS to Revoke Harvard University’s Tax-Exempt Status

Posted on

President-Elect Trump Proposes U.S.-Canada Merger After Trudeau Resignation Announcement

51st state 3647911905

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Washington DC, President-elect Donald Trump has suggested merging the United States and Canada in the wake of Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s resignation announcement. Trump floated the idea on Truth Social, claiming it would eliminate tariffs, reduce taxes, and enhance national security.

Continue reading President-Elect Trump Proposes U.S.-Canada Merger After Trudeau Resignation Announcement

Posted on

Trump’s Plan to Reshape American Schools But New Jersey Public Education Goes Full Stupid

51R dvds7VL. AC UF8941000 QL80 2647417465

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Ridgewood NJ, one of Donald Trump’s boldest proposals for his second term is the abolition of the US Department of Education, shifting the responsibility of educating America’s children back to the states. Trump argues that this move would free local school districts from the grip of powerful teachers’ unions, which he accuses of prioritizing political agendas over essential academic skills like reading and writing.

Continue reading Trump’s Plan to Reshape American Schools But New Jersey Public Education Goes Full Stupid