New Jersey Governor Acknowledges Internal Probe Of Lieutenant Governor
On September 8, 2026, New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill said credible complaints of inappropriate behavior must be examined amid reports of an internal probe into Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell.[1]
A Sherrill spokesperson said the statement responded to reports of an internal investigation into alleged misconduct by Lt. Gov. and Secretary of State Dale Caldwell.[1] Sherrill said credible complaints must be "fully examined and addressed." MS NOW
The New Jersey Globe reported Friday that former state Attorney General Christopher Porrino is leading the probe.[1] The report says the investigation centers on alleged inappropriate behavior with women and possible ethics violations, including purported offers of state jobs.[1]
New Jersey Republican leaders have publicly called for Caldwell's resignation.[1] Sherrill's acknowledgment followed those calls and signaled the administration would pursue an outside review of credible allegations.[1]
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- On Tuesday, September 8, 2026, Gov. Mikie Sherrill released a statement saying credible complaints of inappropriate behavior in her administration must be fully examined and addressed.
- A Sherrill spokesperson confirmed the statement was issued in response to reports of an internal investigation into alleged misconduct by Lt. Gov. and Secretary of State Dale Caldwell.
- The New Jersey Globe reported Friday that former state Attorney General Christopher Porrino is leading a probe into alleged inappropriate behavior with women and possible ethics violations, including purported offers of state jobs.
- New Jersey Republican leaders have publicly called for Caldwell’s resignation.
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