Category: GENERAL/POLITICAL NEWS

RSC Members Call for Democrats to End Political Games

WASHINGTON, D.C. — In Case You Missed It: Members of the Republican Study Committee (RSC) are calling for Congressional Democrats to end their political games and reopen the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Last week, more than 200 House Democrats voted against DHS funding, leaving the agency hobbled as an alleged ISIS-inspired attack struck New York City this weekend and TSA wait times surged to nearly three hours at major airports. 

With national security threats mounting at home, Democrats are choosing partisan politics over the safety of the American people.

RSC Members are demanding answers from Democrats who voted to leave America’s homeland security apparatus dark during a heightened threat environment:

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Governor Sherrill’s First Budget: Recommitments to Energy Affordability, Holding Big Tech Accountable, Funding NJ Transit

Governor Sherrill presented her first budget address to the Legislature for fiscal year 2027 (FY27). New Jersey is facing a roughly $3 billion structural deficit heading into the year. The overall budget proposes a record $60.7 billion in funding.  

In the address, the state dedicated funds to energy affordability through new clean energy generation, ensuring NJ Transit works for all, and committed to holding Big Tech and our grid operator, PJM, accountable.

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Bergen County GOP Endorses Rosie Pino for Congress

Councilwoman Rosie Pino, secured a decisive victory at the Bergen County GOP Convention, defeating Tiffany Burress with a commanding 57% to 43% of the vote. The results from the district’s largest county send a clear message: the grassroots momentum in NJ-09 belongs to a candidate who has a lifetime of roots in the community, and a career defined by winning.

Despite premature endorsements for the opposition from party bosses, the County Committee members — the heart and soul of the Republican Party — overwhelmingly chose Pino’s record of success over outside narratives. The victory effectively shifts the landscape of the race, establishing Rosie Pino as the clear frontrunner with the broad-based support necessary to flip the seat in November.

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Governor Sherrill and NJDOT Acting Commissioner Jain announce $1.2 million grant

Governor Mikie Sherrill andNew Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) Acting Commissioner Priya Jain today announced a $1.2 million NJDOT grant to assist Phillipsburg in repairing Summit Avenue, a local road that was damaged when a sinkhole developed in February.

“This is what government does – bringing resources to an area where we need to make people whole after an unexpected calamity,” Governor Mikie Sherrill said. “We are providing $1.2 million to get the permanent fix in for this road to make sure people are kept safe and to make sure they are able to get back to work and get back in their homes.”

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Committee Advances Legislation Strengthening Advocacy for Patients with Developmental Disabilities

Legislation sponsored by Assemblywoman Margie Donlon designed to strengthen protections for hospital patients with developmental disabilities cleared the Assembly Health Committee today. This bill ensures a level of support for patients who are unable to advocate for themselves.

Bill A2259 would authorize patients with developmental disabilities to have a designated family member, guardian, direct support professional, or other caregiver to accompany them in accordance with hospital policies necessary to ensure patient safety, privacy, infection control and clinical care.

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Legislation to Strengthen Anti-Vaping Education in Schools and Colleges Clears Committee

The Assembly Health Committee today advanced legislation sponsored by Assemblywomen Shanique Speight and Verlina Reynolds-Jackson that would require the Department of Health, in consultation with the Department of Education and the Office of the Secretary of Higher Education, to develop and distribute comprehensive guidelines to help schools and colleges implement on-campus anti-vaping awareness campaigns.

Under bill A2195, the Department of Health would create and update guidance that equips school districts and institutions of higher education with research-backed strategies to combat the rising use of e-cigarettes among adolescents and young adults. The guidelines would be publicly available on each department’s website.

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Mercer County Republican Committee Officially Endorses Michael McGuire for Congress

Freehold Township, NJ – Today, Michael McGuire, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, retired NYPD officer, current Naval Reservist, Army JAG selectee, husband, father, and Republican candidate for Congress in New Jersey’s 3rd District, proudly announced that the Mercer County Republican Committee has officially endorsed his campaign.

This powerful endorsement from the Mercer County Republican Committee is a resounding vote of confidence in McGuire as the clear conservative choice to challenge incumbent Democrat Herb Conaway Jr. and flip NJ-03 red in 2026. It underscores his growing strength across Mercer County and solidifies his position as the battle-tested fighter voters are rallying behind.

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Congressman Barry Goldwater Jr. Endorsed Michael McGuire For Congress

Freehold Township, NJ – Today, Michael McGuire, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, retired NYPD officer, current Naval Reservist, Army JAG selectee, husband, father, and Republican candidate for Congress in New Jersey’s 3rd District, proudly announced that Congressman Barry Goldwater Jr. has officially endorsed his campaign.

Congressman Barry Goldwater Jr., son of the legendary Senator Barry Goldwater and a lifelong champion of limited government, individual liberty, personal responsibility, and strong national defense, delivered a powerful and unequivocal endorsement:

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FROM OUR DIGITAL MORGUE; X-Mayor Gorman’s Battle with Gloucester City PD

Sunday, March 1, 2026

Former Gloucester Mayor Gorman Fighting A Legal Battle With The City That Elected Him; Battle is Over City Police Department Records

William E. Cleary Sr. | Cleary’s Notebook News

(FIRST published December 2006)—

Reporter’s Note: Since 2004, former Gloucester City Mayor Robert Gorman has been embroiled in a court battle with the City of Gloucester and its Police Department over information he believes should be released under the Open Public Records Act (OPRA). During my research, I discovered a recent decision on these proceedings dated December 14, 2006. A link to that decision appears at the bottom of this article. I must warn you—it is quite lengthy.

According to the legal document, while Mr. Gorman was still Mayor of Gloucester City, unflattering material about him was posted on NJ.com. The document states that Mr. Gorman believed some of these posts were made by Gloucester City Police Officers, possibly while on duty at police headquarters. Apparently, during his time as Mayor, Mr. Gorman asked the Police Department to investigate these allegations. The document also states that “Mr. Gorman believed that the Gloucester City Police Department was trying to harm and/or harass him and now wants to review the results and status of the various internal investigations he requested while he was still mayor of Gloucester City.”

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Congressman Van Drew Statement on Operation Epic Fury

Congressman Van Drew released the following statement regarding President Trump’s decision to authorize Operation Epic Fury and the coordinated U.S. and Israeli strikes targeting senior leaders of the Iranian regime.”For decades, the Iranian regime has funded terrorism, threatened our allies, and chanted ‘Death to America’ while destabilizing the Middle East,” said Congressman Van Drew. “What we are witnessing now is a decisive response to years of aggression. The leadership of the world’s largest state sponsor of terror has been dealt a powerful blow. We killed one of the most evil men in the world, along with 40 of his cohorts. When America leads with strength, our enemies think twice, and the world is safer for it. Our men and women in uniform performed with extraordinary courage to get the job done. Every American should be grateful for their service tonight. God bless our troops. God bless our allies. And God bless the United States of America.”