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New Jersey Faces Mounting Health Care Uncertainty as Federal Policy Shifts Raise Concerns Across the State

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

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New Jersey Leaders Push Back Against Controversial Senate Budget Deal Amid Historic Government Shutdown

As the United States experiences its longest government shutdown in history, now surpassing 40 days since October 1, 2025, New Jersey leaders are taking a firm stance against the proposed Senate budget deal designed to advance federal funding through the end of January. U.S. Senator Cory Booker and Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill have emerged as outspoken opponents, citing potential harm to healthcare, social programs, and everyday costs for residents. Senator Booker made his position clear on November 9, 2025, taking to social media to denounce the deal, which packages a series of spending bills alongside a short-term funding measure. According to Booker, the legislation prioritizes corporate interests and tax breaks for the wealthy over the needs of...

The Battle for Liberty State Park: A Fight Against the Warehouse Proposal in Jersey City

Liberty State Park, a cherished public space in Jersey City and one of the most visited parks in the United States, is under threat from a proposed development that could forever alter its character. The plan, put forward by Suntex Marinas, calls for the construction of a massive 75-foot-high warehouse for boat storage. This proposal has sparked a heated debate, drawing fierce opposition from environmental groups, park advocates, and concerned citizens who view this development as a blatant attempt at privatizing public land for commercial use. Proposal Details: A Looming Industrial Structure The proposed warehouse would occupy three acres of parkland in the northern section of Liberty State Park, specifically along Audrey Zapp Drive. It would house...