East Rutherford, NJ — On the evening of Tuesday, January 20, 2026, Governor Mikie Sherrill celebrated the start of her term with a distinctive...

New Jersey, a state with a rich tapestry of communities and a history of robust civic engagement, often finds its voice resonating on the national stage, particularly through its elected representatives. When significant events unfold across the country, New Jersey's leaders offer perspectives rooted in both state values and a commitment to democratic principles. A recent example of this critical national dialogue involves the unfolding situation in Los Angeles. U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ), a prominent figure with seats on both the Senate Judiciary Committee and the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, recently weighed in on the Trump administration's approach to the crisis. His statement highlights concerns that speak to fundamental questions about governance, federal overreach, and...

In a major development for healthcare access in Monmouth County, Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-6) has successfully brokered an agreement ensuring the continuation of acute-care inpatient services at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch. The legislative arrangement, reached in partnership with RWJBarnabas Health, Governor Phil Murphy, and state legislative leaders, safeguards critical hospital services for the Long Branch community while allowing the health system to expand operations at a new facility in Tinton Falls. The agreement addresses longstanding concerns among residents, clinicians, and local officials that eliminating inpatient services and a full-scale emergency department in Long Branch would create barriers to care, particularly for vulnerable populations. Under the new framework, Monmouth Medical Center will retain a...