New Jersey Lieutenant Governor Dale Caldwell Resigns After Misconduct Probe
New Jersey Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell resigned Friday, September 25, 2026, after Gov. Mikie Sherrill demanded he step down amid findings from a misconduct probe.[1]
A September 23 investigative report found Caldwell violated state policies through inappropriate conduct toward women and ethics lapses, including seeking a promotion for a woman he was dating.[1] The report also said Caldwell brought personal guests to the opera and other ticketed events without paying as required by ethics rules.[1]
Investigators said Caldwell, 66, allegedly told a staffer, "you young women are looking for young sperm," after an advance toward the staffer's friend was rebuffed.[1] Caldwell has denied key allegations through his lawyer and said his relationships face extra scrutiny because he is a single Black man.[1]
Until a new lieutenant governor is appointed, Senate President Nicholas Scutari will act as governor when Sherrill is absent.[1]
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- On Friday, September 25, 2026, Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell resigned after Gov. Mikie Sherrill demanded he step down.
- A September 23, 2026 investigative report found Caldwell violated state policies through inappropriate conduct toward women and ethics lapses, including seeking a promotion for a woman he was dating.
- Caldwell, 66, allegedly told a staffer that “you young women are looking for young sperm” after an advance toward the staffer’s friend was rebuffed.
- The report said Caldwell brought personal guests to the opera and other ticketed events without paying as required by ethics rules.
- Caldwell has denied key allegations through his lawyer and suggested his relationships face extra scrutiny because he is a single Black man.
- Senate President Nicholas Scutari will act as governor when Sherrill is absent until a new lieutenant governor is appointed.
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