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Below is Insider NJ’s Morning Intelligence Briefing:
QUOTE OF THE DAY: “Elected officials who are convicted of bribery need more than a slap on the wrist to deter this despicable behavior.” – Senator Durr on legislation to increase mandatory minimums for bribery convictions
TOP STORY: Armed with Abortion Debate, Democrats Grab More Election Ammo
A Hughes Center poll finds support for offshore wind farms has dropped over the past four years, especially in Shore towns.
The state Supreme Court is weighing insurance payouts for COVID closures, according to NJ Monitor.
Senator Menendez was defiant in a meeting with Senate Democrats, many of whom want him to resign, according to NJ.com.
PA Senator Fetterman may seek the expulsion of Senator Menendez, according to NJ Monitor.
Gun groups are pushing for concealed carry at playgrounds, youth sports, and other public places, giving Democrats another issue for the election.
Struggling private bus lines are dropping commuter service, according to the Bergen Record.
Several areas in the state were designated by FEMA as ‘disaster resilience areas’, according to NJ Spotlight.
Three Jersey Shore hospitals will bring back mask mandates, according to the Asbury Park Press.
Embroiled in the Menendez corruption scandal, developer Fred Daibes pleaded not guilty, according to the Bergen Record.
Former Governor Christie participated in the GOP presidential primary debate.
Voters approved consolidating three Monmouth County school districts, according to NJ Spotlight.
Rep. Pascrell announced $11.25M to modernize the state’s unemployment system.
ICYMI: Menendez pleads not guilty; Booker says ‘stepping down is best for Menendez; Gottheimer side-stepping a question on Senate run; Menendez: ‘court of public opinion is no substitute for our justice system‘, prepares for ‘biggest fight yet‘, stopped short of saying he’ll run again; US Attorney announced indictments, Menendez coming out swinging, while stepping down as Foreign Relations chair; Dems condemn amid behind-the-scenes messaging pushing and shoving; Murphy called for immediate resignation, Menendez: ‘not going anywhere‘; Gottheimer railed against Light Rail delay
The NJ Young Democrats issued endorsements for the 2023 election season.
The Women’s Political Caucus of NJ released endorsements for the legislative races.
Garden State Equality’s Action Fund released endorsements for the legislative elections.
Rep. Kim says that his challenge to Senator Menendez is about restoring trust, according to NJ Spotlight. Kim’s campaign released a poll showing he would hold the Senate seat, while Senator Menendez would lose.
In LD11, the Menendez corruption scandal prompted a collision between Senator Gopal and challenger Dnistrian.
Latina Civic PAC recommended five Latina candidates to serve in the Senate.
Former Senate President Sweeney ruled out a Senate bid, according to Politico NJ.
The Sussex and Morris GOP organizations traded barbs on social media, according to SaveJersey.
ICYMI: Source makes the case for Hispanic successor to Menendez; NJGOP confirmed June primary; NJCA released endorsements; Dems fear Menendez repercussions; Malinowski circulating for Senate; Van Drew is looking at Senate; in CD3, all eyes on Murphy as Kim revvs up Senate run; amid leadership moves on Senate seat w/ accelerated timeline, Kim announced candidacy, Hamm announced candidacy, Menendez troubles shapes futures of others; questions arise for 2024, 2023 battleground implications; in CD8, Rep. Menendez could be imperiled
The CWA reached a tentative deal with the Murphy Administration for a contract with executive branch workers and colleges.
Governor Murphy announced Emy Quispe as Deputy Chief of Staff for Labor Relations and Stakeholder Engagement.
Senator Durr will introduce legislation to increase mandatory minimums for bribery convictions.
The state doesn’t protect farmworkers from rising heat, according to NJ Spotlight.
Former Senate President Sweeney touted the first successful regionalization vote since 2014.
The NJ Public Charter Schools Association released their 2023 statewide fact sheet.
ICYMI: Murphy announced Hillmann as DCOS; Sweeney applauded Murphy’s selection of Gutierrez-Scaccetti as COS; Helmy will depart; environmentalists demanding bear hunt end; Fiordaliso passed away
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Senator Menendez’s stepping down as Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, a highly-influential position, shows a crack in New Jersey’s foreign policy apparatus.
A Senator Menendez’s political career stands on a ledge, its instructive to go back to his self-described humble beginnings in Union City, where he was first elected to office on the BOE in the 1970s.
Compliance Corner: Here’s an initial assessment on how the Elections Transparency Act is changing the state’s political landscape.
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In Atlantic City, more money for consultants is on the Housing Authority’s agenda, according to the Press of Atlantic City. The zoning board says a e-billboard application is too similar to one that was rejected, according to the Press of Atlantic City.
In Belmar, the township gave an update on affordable housing, according to TAPinto.
In Chatham Township, candidates debated, according to TAPinto.
In Denville, the Morris County Improvement Authority is helping finance Town Hall, according to TAPinto.
In Dover, a school vote reignited the debate over Columbus’ ‘complex legacy’, according to the Daily Record.
In Fairfield, a bond ordinance was passed for capital improvements, according to TAPinto.
In Flemington, a marijuana dispensary may be delayed by a court fight, according to MyCentralJesey.
In Little Ferry, a 109-year old school will be demolished, according to the Bergen Record.
In Long Branch, new zoning could mean a Monmouth University expansion, according to the Asbury Park Press.
In Madison, Kim is resigning from the BOE, according to NJ Hills. The BOE approved referendum questions, according to NJ Hills.
In Milltown, the mayoral candidates debated, according to TAPinto.
In Mount Laurel, a developer was told to get moving on the EMS building, according to Burlington County Times.
In North Caldwell, voters rejected the school referendum, according to NJ Hills.
In Old Bridge, a new $15M golf course opened, according to MyCentralJersey.
In Paterson, Mayor Sayegh delivered his State of the City address, according to Paterson Press.
In Port Republic, a bridge is set to reopen, according to the Press of Atlantic City.
In Ridgewood, the council heard a presentation on economic revitalization, according to TAPinto.
In Somerville, a civic center will bring ‘new life’ to the center of town, according to MyCentralJersey.
In Toms River, the town is spending $2M on land that could have been a dozen homes, according to the Asbury Park Press.
In Washington, on-site policing started at all schools, according to the Burlington County Times.
In Westwood, schools adopted a parental rights policy, according to the Bergen Record.
ICYMI: In Paterson, Torres indicted again; in New Brunswick, judge ruled against Kratovil; in Prospect Park, Khairullah joined federal lawsuit; in White, no vote or public comment on warehouse; in New Brunswick, AG Platkin avoided taking side in press case; in Hanover, court blocked notification policy
AROUND THE WEB:
Can Chuck Schumer solve his growing Bob Menendez problem? Will he? | Stile
Charles Stile, NorthJersey.com
- Chuck Schumer now has a Bob Menendez problem. Life would be a lot easier for Schumer, the New York Democrat who serves as Senate majority leader, if Menendez, the senior senator from New Jersey, would resign and fight his second corruption indictment in eight years far from the prying cameras and reporters swarming Capitol Hill.
Will Menendez indictment cost Latino support?
Brenda Flanagan, NJ Spotlight
- Over decades of political service, Sen. Bob Menendez, the son of Cuban immigrants, never lost his focus on New Jersey’s Latino constituency, and in return, was given its unwavering support. This week, many in that constituency refused to echo demands from leading Democrats for their favorite son to step down in the wake of a criminal indictment on corruption charges.
‘We trusted him’: Egyptians, human rights groups stunned by Menendez allegations
Hannan Adely, NorthJersey.com
- Ahmed Abdel-Basit entered the office of Sen. Bob Menendez carrying reports packed with data that activists had collected over months about political prisoners and death sentences in Egypt, hoping that the senior Democratic U.S. senator from New Jersey would use his power to help them.
With gasoline prices set to rise, some N.J. residents will see their home gas bills go down
Karin Price Mueller, NJ Advance Media for NJ.com
- While New Jersey’s tax on gasoline is going up, putting another ache on people’s wallets, two utilities in the state say customers will see their residential gas bills go down on Oct. 1. PSE&G is lowering gas bills for the third time this year, this time by 4%, for its residential customers, the utility said on Wednesday.
Officials break ground on $1M facelift for Morris Museum
Morris Museum, Morristown Green
- On Wednesday, a groundbreaking ceremony was held to celebrate the first phase of the Twin Oaks Mansion Historic Preservation Plan at the Morris Museum. Remarks were given by state Sen. Anthony M. Bucco, Morris Commissioner Stephen Shaw, Morris Township Deputy Mayor William “Bud” Ravitz, and New Jersey Historic Trust Executive Director Dorothy Guzzo.
Jeremy Roebuck, Philadelphia Inquirer
- U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez (D., N.J.) pleaded not guilty Wednesday in the latest case accusing him of pocketing bribes worth hundreds of thousands of dollars from wealthy benefactors seeking his help with their business and legal problems.
FIFA tours MetLife as it narrows selections for 2026 World Cup final
Katie Sobko, NorthJersey.com
- The decision on where to host the final of the world’s biggest sporting event has been narrowed down to just two stadiums, and according to Gov. Phil Murphy, one is in the Garden State.
Problem Solver Josh Gottheimer makes his pitch to the House GOP, just days before shutdown: A Q&A
Julie O’Connor, Star-Ledger
- Cheered on by Donald Trump, the MAGA caucus in Congress is dangerously close to shutting down the federal government when funding runs out at the end of this month, which is midnight on Saturday.
N.J.’s gas tax will increase Sunday. Here’s how we’ll rank compared to other states.
Derek Hall, NJ Advance Media for NJ.com
- New Jersey’s gasoline tax will increase by nearly a penny per gallon this weekend, making it the seventh highest rate in the nation. Beginning Sunday, the Garden State will collect 42.3 cents for each gallon of gasoline sold in the state and 49.3 cents on every gallon of diesel, Gov. Phil Murphy’s administration announced last month.
NJ Tutoring Corps expands services for the 2023-24 school year
Jen Ursillo, NJ1015
- The New Jersey Tutoring Corps has announced a dramatic expansion of its high-impact tutoring program to critical areas across the state for the 2023-24 school year.
An armistice: Republic Bank, Norcross Braca Group announce agreement
Matthew Fazelpoor, NJBIZ
- The rollercoaster ride proxy fight between Republic First Bank and an activist investor group led by South Jersey businessman and powerbroker George Norcross III took perhaps its most unlikely turn Wednesday evening — toward peace.
Trenton needs outspoken advocates like Juan Martinez again
LA Parker, The Trentonian
- Juan Martinez, a proud Trenton community activist, may have passed away in May 2015 but he made contact the other day. Not from the grave either. Out of the spiritual world came Martinez’ instruction — Say what you need to say, amigo.
Lost Voices of Fentanyl rally draws a Warren Co. family with a single mission to Washington
Glenn Epps, For lehighvalleylive.com
- Two sisters in Warren County are finding a way to channel their grief into action against the nation’s ongoing opioid and fentanyl heath crisis. On Saturday, hundreds affiliated with the nonprofit group Lost Voices of Fentanyl gathered outside the White House to rally against fentanyl trafficking and bring attention to the nation’s need for new drug legislation.
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