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A sweeping new report examining recent federal health policy changes is sparking urgent conversation across New Jersey, where health advocates, medical providers, and residents...

It was tax day in New Jersey—April 15—and while most people were reluctantly crunching numbers or checking their returns, Congressman Josh Gottheimer was out making headlines and staking a very firm claim to his favorite campaign drumbeat: tax cuts. Standing near a state tax office alongside Route 208, with cars rushing past and a “Cut Taxes Now” sign hoisted above his head, Gottheimer used the symbolic date to hammer home a message that’s become central to his gubernatorial run: New Jersey residents are overtaxed, overstressed, and over it. “I’m obsessed with this issue,” he said, rhetorically asking—and answering—why tax relief is his main focus. “People tell me in diners, grocery stores, walking around—they feel crushed. They’re being...

As New Jersey gears up for the 2025 gubernatorial election, political headlines have been dominated by questions about wealth, stock trades, and public service ethics. Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill has faced repeated scrutiny over her family’s finances, while Somerset County recently saw a sudden turn in its surrogate race following the tragic passing of John Sweeney. Here’s a detailed look at both stories and what they mean for voters. Allegations Surrounding Mikie Sherrill’s Wealth Mikie Sherrill, who has served in Congress since 2019, became a focal point of controversy as she launched her 2025 gubernatorial campaign. Opponents have claimed that she “made millions in Congress,” citing stock trades and a tripling of her net worth during her tenure. Source...