Category: Politics

New Jersey is full of possibility and burdened by long-standing inequalities when Mikie Sherrill becomes governor. Voters supported her affordability message during the campaign, but the struggle ahead is broader than cutting daily costs. New Jersey’s affordability dilemma is linked to a historic racial wealth inequality that has influenced generations of families’ lives and finances….

New Jersey Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill called the Pentagon’s probe of Sen. Mark Kelly a disturbing misuse of authority during a political crisis. Kelly featured in a video with five other Democratic senators telling military and intelligence professionals they are not compelled to execute unlawful instructions, prompting a Pentagon probe. Pentagon sources said Kelly’s military background…

Former President Trump suddenly reported that one of the two West Virginia National Guard members shot near the White House by an Afghan national had died. Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe, 24, is fighting for survival after the attack killed Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, 20. The shooting days before Thanksgiving showed extraordinary and lethal violence against U.S….

ICE detained Jersey Kebab co-owner Emine Emanet at her Elizabeth, New Jersey restaurant months ago, causing an unfathomable nightmare. She was separated from her family and life for 14 days in a freezing prison cell. Her family and neighborhood were shaken by her sudden arrest, wondering what would happen. Emine is home with her family,…

Former President Donald Trump is contacting his staunchest supporters about a $2,000 tariff stimulus check. The tariff-funded refund, which Trump has touted, may benefit low- and middle-income Americans, but eligibility specifics are still being decided. Trump said earlier this month that these payments may be made in mid-2026. While income restrictions and qualification criteria are…

Arizona Senator Ruben Gallego reacts to right-wing activist Jack Posobiec’s text message leak. Gallego criticized the Democratic Party’s culture and social media outreach. The leaked texts said Democrats “don’t look like the fun party” and criticized party members’ public behavior. The leaflets also implied Democrats are no longer carefree and young. The publications were honest…

Following his personal assault on New York Times White House journalist Katie Rogers, former President Donald Trump is under fire again. He insulted another female journalist on Air Force One a week earlier. President Trump responded sharply to a New York Times investigative piece on his decreased public schedule and evident indications of exhaustion since…

It was reported this week that Georgia Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene fought right-wing broadcaster Mike Cernovich over her early resignation. Last Friday, MAGA enthusiast Greene revealed she would resign from her House seat on January 5, 2026, startling supporters and critics. Greene explained in a multi-minute X video that she left early to shield…

The latest Jersey Supreme Court’s latest decision could have an impact on cases of shaken infant syndrome, such as the case of a Texas man on death row. Expert testimony about shaken baby syndrome or traumatic head trauma may not be scientifically sound in jury trials. Six justices voted yes and one voted no on…

Franklin High School in Somerset celebrates a milestone this Christmas. At the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting, the school’s GoldN’Blues choir will gain national exposure. The choir won the annual NBC 4 New York and Telemundo 47 Star Choir competition. On December 3, NBC’s “Christmas in Rockefeller Center” will include GoldN’Blues performing “Joy to the…