Turmoil rocks New Jersey’s Democratic political bosses just in time for an election
TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — Being a political boss in New Jersey ain’t what it used to be.
Political news from state New Jersey
Joe Biden Ally Reveals ‘Unhinged’ Way He Prepped Him For Donald Trump Debate
Former Obama White House counsel Bob Bauer has lifted the lid on how he helped then-Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden prepare to take on then-President Donald Trump in the 2020 election debates.
New Jersey's attorney general charges an influential Democratic power broker with racketeering
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Democratic power broker George E. Norcross III was charged Monday with racketeering and other crimes in connection with a waterfront redevelopment and the use of government-issued tax credits.
Democratic power broker fights for front-row seat to his own indictment announcement
George Norcross, a well-known Democratic power broker and businessman in New Jersey, snagged a front-row seat at the state attorney general’s press conference on Monday morning, watching intently as prosecutors unveiled a 13-count criminal indictment against him and five others.
Field for New Jersey’s 2025 governor’s race expands, with radio host and teachers union president
TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — A conservative New Jersey radio host and the head of the state’s biggest teachers union launched campaigns for next year’s gubernatorial election.
New Jersey Democratic kingmaker George Norcross indicted on racketeering charges
George Norcross, who for decades had been a Democratic political kingmaker in New Jersey, was charged with racketeering in an indictment unsealed Monday. Norcross's brother, Phillip Norcross, and four other defendants also were charged in the 13-count indictment, which was filed by New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin. George Norcross, who is a former member of the Democratic National Committee, was in attendance at a press conference Platkin gave on the charges Monday. The indictment says that "members and associates of the Norcross Enterprise, i
When a Trump rally t-shirt is more than just a shirt
Trump rallies involve a lot of merch – vendors will sometimes set up overnight before a rally, preparing for the huge crowds. There are hats, socks, flags, buttons and, especially, t-shirts.
John Roberts’ ‘eh’ view of extreme partisanship is important
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