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Undue Influence: Lobbyist footed Phil Murphy’s staff travel bill abroad

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The Travel Controversy: Public vs. Private Funding

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Trenton NJ, the core of the recent debate centers on travel. During Phil Murphy’s two terms as governor, Choose New Jersey sponsored 11 international economic development trips. While the non-profit footed the bill for the governor’s expenses, New Jersey taxpayers were responsible for the costs associated with his entourage, including security teams and staff.

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Transit-Oriented Gold Rush: NJ Transit’s $1.9 Billion Plan to Monetize Real Estate and Build New Housing

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$1.9 BILLION Jackpot? NJ Transit Unlocks Massive Real Estate Plan to Build 20,000 New Homes & Fuel NJ’s Future!

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ISELIN, NJ | October 16, 2025 – NJ Transit is embarking on a massive, decade-long initiative to transform its vast, underutilized real estate portfolio into a substantial revenue stream, estimating a potential $1.9 billion in generated revenue. This ambitious new roadmap aims to leverage the agency’s 8,000 acres of property to develop transit-oriented communities, accelerate housing growth, and inject economic vitality into New Jersey’s downtowns.

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