Podcasts about Governor Murphy

Rideshare Rodeo Podcast (episode 515) November 2nd, 2025 Subscribe to Kim's "FREELANCE BUSTING" Substack https://freelancebusting.com Kim's Substack Article discussed during live below: Editor's note: On October 14, I emailed the campaigns of Jack Ciattarelli and Mikie Sherrill to request Q&A interviews with each candidate for governor in my home state of New Jersey. Sherrill's team did not respond. The first time I ever spoke with Jack Ciattarelli was about five years ago on a video call. There were quick introductions, and then I started to give him an advocacy pitch about independent-contractor policy. These kinds of conversations with politicians typically involve about 10 minutes of me explaining that most independent contractors are not Uber drivers. I talk about how we like being our own bosses as freelance writers, owner-operator truckers, graphic artists, real-estate agents, finance and insurance experts, translators and interpreters, attorneys and a whole lot more. Much to my surprise, Ciattarelli already understood the policy issue. He started explaining why independent contractors need protection here in New Jersey. I was speechless. It was a first. Nowadays, when I show up at any kind of Ciattarelli event, he sees me, smiles, comes over to say hello and quite enthusiastically says, “Independent contractors!” If he's giving a speech, he points me out in the crowd and talks about the policy issue so everyone in the room understands that our ability to earn a living must be protected. He champions those of us who are speaking out on behalf of New Jersey's estimated 1.7 million independent contractors. As you can see in these most recent photos of the two of us from his Morris County campaign stop at the Chester Diner, he's a guy who leans in. Genuinely. Independent contractors are most worried right now about the proposed rulemaking at New Jersey's Department of Labor & Workforce Development. I had several questions for Ciattarelli about that, as well as questions about other things too. Here's my Q&A about independent-contractor policy with Jack Ciattarelli. Q&A with Jack Ciattarelli Would you please share your personal background of working with independent contractors, so people can hear what I heard from you on that video call all those years ago? Kim, it's great to have these discussions with you. And yes, I remember that conversation and I've since shared my personal experience with independent contractors, most recently during an appearance on Univision. A gentleman asked me if I have any policies that are good for truck drivers specifically. I asked him if he meant independent truckers in particular, and he said yes. So I shared with him my perspective as someone who comes from a family of business owners, and that's one of many ways you can achieve your version of the American dream. There has to be a balance that allows a person to be a W-2 employee or a 1099 independent contractor, whatever they want. I told this gentleman, as I previously told you, that my publishing business would never survive if the proposed regulation in Trenton were in effect. My business relied on hiring many medical editors who worked as independent contractors, self-employed people who can work the way they chose to work. If I had to hire them directly as employees, my business would fail and there would be 20 other jobs never created. I'm for letting people follow their American dream, and if they choose the path of being independent contractors, we're going to make sure that path is there for them. New Jersey's Legislature, about a half dozen years ago, rejected legislation based on a California law called Assembly Bill 5 that involved the classification of independent contractors and employees. Do you believe the New Jersey Legislature made the right or wrong call when it let that California-inspired bill die? And why? As I recall, the Legislature listened to the reaction of lots of independent contractors who just wanted to be allowed to continue working the way they want. They wanted to be their own boss, not an employee of someone else. There's nothing wrong with being an employee, if that's what you want and that's what's best for you. But there's also nothing wrong with choosing to be your own boss. It should be your decision, not the government's. For many of those folks, that bill would have destroyed their entire business model and their livelihood, and also would have hurt countless industries in our economy. Again, I look back on my own experience and know that the bill would have killed jobs and ended the American dream for many New Jerseyans. So yes, the Legislature made the right decision then. And I can't say that about a lot of the decisions the Legislature has made recently. Right now, New Jersey's Labor Department has proposed regulatory rulemaking that attorneys say “almost entirely eviscerates” any chance of establishing independent-contractor status, and is “an existential threat to flexible, independent work.” This proposed rulemaking drew a deluge of about 9,500 public comments, in a process that the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce told me is usually lucky to get even 100 comments. And those estimated 9,500 comments are 99% opposed. Even despite all this public pushback, Governor Murphy has so far refused to rescind the Labor Department proposal. Do you believe that whoever is governor has an obligation to respect the will of the people when it's made so clear in a public comment process? There's a reason why state law mandates a public comment period when regulations are proposed. If you have the power to hand down a rule requiring New Jersey residents to do or not to do something, you have to first listen to what people who would be affected have to say about it. You learn by listening. From the time I decided to enter public service, I've learned more from listening to people than I ever could have learned any other way. You get a sense of what drives people and what their concerns are that you just can't get without listening to them. So yes, the governor and the Department of Labor need to listen and learn. Now, I wouldn't say that it's simply a mathematical issue—that you go with 51% of commenters instead of 49% of them—but when you get to that many comments and 99% of them are saying the same thing, you have to learn from that and seriously question what you're trying to do. You have said that if you are elected governor, you will reverse this Labor Department rulemaking about independent contractors. How quickly would you take that action after you are sworn into office? That's a question that really depends on what my legal team tells me. I understand the process for repealing a rule—if that rule is in place when I become governor—is pretty much the same as it is for adopting the rule in the first place. There's a notice requirement, and then time for public comment. I know there's an expedited process available, but that's also a question for the lawyers. My best answer is, as soon as possible. No matter who wins the gubernatorial election in November, we are going to have a lame-duck session in the New Jersey Legislature between Election Day and the swearing-in of the new governor. It is possible that Governor Murphy could finalize the proposed Labor Department rule during that time period. Republican Senator Declan O'Scanlon, along with Republican Assembly members Gerry Scharfenberger and Vicky Flynn, have announced their plan to introduce legislation that would declare the rule “inconsistent with legislative intent, if the Department doesn't respond to the public outcry and rescind or satisfactorily modify their proposed rule changes.” Assemblywoman Flynn posted on social media that she plans to gather bipartisan support to pass this legislation, which would basically be a legislative override of the rulemaking. Do you support this plan in the Legislature? And if so, how would you help these legislators get it done? You and I have talked about the bipartisan opposition to this rule change, and I've seen letters from Democrats and Republicans in the Legislature submitted as part of the public comment process. I would certainly support a legislative effort to override the rule if it's adopted, but to be honest, I'm not sure there are enough members of the current majority party who would be willing to cast the right vote. But as someone who's been endorsed by many Democrats to be the next governor, I'm all for a bipartisan effort to override the rule, and I would use my position as governor-elect—which I will be on November 4th—to make it clear this rule will not stand, and if the Legislature fails to act, I will. One of the public comments filed in opposition to the Labor Department's proposal is from economist Liya Palagashvili at the Mercatus Center, who regularly testifies before Congress about this policy area. She did an analysis showing that the way the State of New Jersey is currently using the ABC Test to determine independent-contractor status has already led to harmful effects compared to states that do things differently. In New Jersey, she found a comparable 3.81% decrease in W-2 employment, a 10.08% decrease in self-employment and a 3.95% decrease in overall employment. At the same time, based on the disastrous outcome with the ABC Test law in California, Republicans in Congress have been moving to pass federal legislation based on regulatory language that's different from the ABC Test. If you are elected governor, would you consider discussing options for New Jersey to use different regulatory language than the ABC Test to determine independent-contractor status? Of course. You know me, Kim. I'm always willing to listen and consider new ideas. But I've been focused on New Jersey and the laws and policies I would have to handle as governor, so of course I can't really make any decisions on the federal bill until I know more about it. I'm sure you'll tell me more at another time. You've got me intrigued. Many, many times, I have heard the people who support freelance busting claim that if our government protects our freedom to be independent contractors, then we are being anti-union. I don't believe that's true. I grew up in a union household, and my parents had side hustles when I was a kid. I know that both kinds of work can coexist, and I think everybody should be able to work in whatever way works best for us. I saw that you have received some union endorsements while also expressing your support for independent contractors. Do you see this policy area as favoring one or the other way of working, or supporting both ways of working, or something else? You're right, of course, I do have union support and I value it. Your experience growing up in a union household, having parents in unions who also earned money in other ways, is just more proof that there doesn't have to be an all-or-nothing approach on this. Look, this whole issue has been tied to misclassification, as you know. And misclassification is wrong, and there are laws on the books saying so and saying how the government should go about fighting it. I just don't see a need for conflict here. We can fight misclassification and let people work as independent contractors at the same time. That's what we've been doing, and when I'm governor, we will keep doing it. Independent contractors have also been under threat at the federal level, with legislation called the PRO Act that would inject California's type of freelance-busting regulatory language into federal law. I've testified three times before Congress about this threat, most recently in July before the U.S. Senate. I've heard you talk on the campaign trail about how you plan to try and get New Jersey's U.S. representatives and senators on the same page about issues that affect our state's citizens. If you are elected governor, would you include discussing independent-contractor policy with them, to help us with this policy area in Washington, too? That's right, I've talked about meeting regularly with our elected officials in Washington, both sides of the aisle, to see how we can combine efforts to get what our constituents deserve from their federal government. My opponent doesn't seem to like that idea, but I will gladly work with her and the rest of the delegation when I'm governor because that's what advocates for our state should do. And yes, coming back to your question, that will include policy toward independent contractors and anything else that's on the minds of New Jersey residents. I know that the IC issue is very much on the minds of those who want to keep working that way. I'll be their advocate, and I'll be an advocate for union workers as well because, just as I said earlier, I don't see a conflict between the two. What else would you like independent contractors in New Jersey to know as we all head to the voting booth on Election Day? Just what you can hear me say on TV, Kim. I'm a Jersey guy, born and raised, with family going back a hundred years in our state. I'm not in this as a stepping stone to anything else. I don't want to be a senator or a presidential candidate. This is my last stop. I want to help fix what's wrong with the state I love, and make it a better and easier place to live, work, raise a family and retire. That's my only goal. And I know I can do that, or else I would just go back to LBI and find something else to do. If your readers want a governor who loves this state and will get up every morning and work to make it better—just like I get up every day now and work hard to earn the job—then I'd love to have their support. Thanks for your time today, Kim. SUBSCRIBE TO KIM "FREELANCE BUSTING" SUBSTACK FREE BELOW: https://www.freelancebusting.com   PETITION ON CHANGE(.org): Transparency Petition Rideshare Rodeo Brand & Podcast: Rideshare Rodeo Podcast  

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Nancy Solomon, host of the “Ask Governor Murphy” monthly call-in show, recaps her conversation with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy on the assassination of Conservative activist Charlie Kirk, the Governor's planned economic trip to India and his executive order to ensure COVID vaccinations (and medical insurance coverage) to New Jerseyans. Plus, Nancy talks about the latest news in the governor's race between Jack Ciattarelli and Rep. Mikie Sherrill. 

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Nancy Solomon, WNYC reporter and host of the “Ask Governor Murphy” monthly call-in show, recaps her conversation with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy. Topics include this year's budget deal, the new mansion tax, soaring electricity bills, and the governor's response to listener's concerns about ICE raids in the state.

Send us a textMike Ham sits down with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy inside the Choose New Jersey offices to talk about all things Garden State. From his international economic missions to bring jobs to NJ, to his deep love for Monmouth County, to the growing impact of the film and soccer industries in New Jersey — this conversation touches on the past, present, and future of one of the most iconic states in the U.S.Governor Murphy shares his thoughts on:Why New Jersey is a global destination for business and talentHis family's decision to plant roots in Monmouth CountyThe booming film industry and Netflix's billion-dollar investment at Fort MonmouthNew Jersey's role in the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the Club World Cup 2025The importance of small businesses and local legacyHis passion for soccer, local wine, and the “you talking to me?” Jersey attitudeWhether you're a lifelong resident or just Jersey-curious, this episode celebrates the diversity, grit, and cultural power of the Garden State. Don't miss Governor Murphy's reflections on his legacy and why he believes “New Jersey is unlike anywhere else in America.”

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros chat with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy as they preview the 2026 World Cup. The boys talk all things New Jersey as the state gets ready to host the 2026 World Cup Final at MetLife Stadium next summer. Governor Murphy also reveals how he fell in love with soccer and what the sport means to him and his family.Governor Murphy then addresses safety concerns for fans around the world and in this country in the midst of an uncertain political climate ahead of this World Cup. Will fans from other countries feel safe as they visit the USA next summer? Can American fans enjoy games without feeling targeted by ICE or other immigration law enforcement?Later, Christian and Alexis get to know Governor Murphy better and play their favorite game: Promotion or Relegation? (1:00) - NJ Gov. Phil Murphy joins the show(10:30) - Phil Murphy's soccer origin story(15:45) - New Jersey the soccer hub of America?(18:45) - Why should fans choose New Jersey for the World Cup?(25:00) - Can fans feel safe coming to America?(32:30) - Gov. Murphy's thoughts on Zohran Mamdani's campaign(42:00) - Gov. Murphy's NJ World Cup pitch(46:00) - Talking Gov. Murphy's viral political moments(51:15) - Gov. Murphy plays promotion/relegation game Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:

Nancy Solomon, WNYC reporter and host of the “Ask Governor Murphy” monthly call-in show, recaps her conversation with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, including the results of the gubernatorial primary election, and the latest new on an immigrant detention center in Newark at the center of a fight between New Jersey Democrats and President Donald Trump.

Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News … SANCTUARY CITY CRACKDOWN… the Trump administration singles out cities and towns around New Jersey… accusing them of standing in the way of federal immigration enforcement; Plus, FIGHTING FOR MEDICAID… as Republicans in Congress push for cuts to the program… Governor Murphy weighs the impact they'll have on the state; Also, the GLOVES ARE OFF … with the primary election less than two weeks away…the gubernatorial candidates are on the attack … And, putting a spotlight on BLACK REVOLUTIONARY WAR HISTORY… a new effort to spread the story of Black soldiers that fought for America's freedom in Princeton.  

Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News … The STRIKE is on … All New Jersey Transit RAIL service has been SUSPENDED as locomotive engineers go on strike for the first time in over 40 years; Plus, Governor Murphy and Transit officials say negotiations are still in progress; Also, Engineers from the Brotherhood of Locomotive engineers & trainmen are on the PICKET LINE today in Newark and across the state; And, with no trains in site commuters are looking for ways to get around.   

Nancy Solomon, WNYC reporter and host of the “Ask Governor Murphy” monthly call-in show, recaps her conversation with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, including the recent setbacks at Newark Airport, a potential NJ Transit engineers strike and Newark Mayor Ras Baraka's ICE arrest.  

MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on Trump lawyer and now DOJ official Alina Habba threatening Democratic Governor of New Jersey Phil Murphy and Meiselas interviews Governor Murphy exclusively on MeidasTouch. Visit https://meidasplus.com for more! Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcast Legal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af MissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast The Influence Continuum: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassan Mea Culpa with Michael Cohen: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/mea-culpa-with-michael-cohen The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show Burn the Boats: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/burn-the-boats Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54 Political Beatdown: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/political-beatdown On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered Coalition of the Sane: https://meidasnews.com/tag/coalition-of-the-sane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Nancy Solomon, WNYC reporter and host of the “Ask Governor Murphy” monthly call-in show, recaps her April conversation with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, including how President Donald Trump's tariffs might play out in the local economy, how Democrats can reduce red tape to build more affordable housing in New Jersey and much more. 

Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News…TESLA TAKEDOWN…protests and counter protesters duel in the Garden State, and across the country targeting Elon Musk; Plus, OFFSHORE WIND SETBACK...Attentive Energy is now asking the state for a year delay to start its multi-million dollar wind farm project; Also, On Trans Day of Visibility, advocates are stepping up their efforts to push for the protection of transgender rights within the state; And, Governor Murphy honoring work Kittatinny High School students are doing at the Holocaust and Genocide Research Center.

Send us a textIn this special edition of Greetings From the Garden State, host Mike Ham broadcasts live from NJIT for a groundbreaking gubernatorial candidate forum presented by the New Jersey Diverse Business Advisory Council. Seven of the nine candidates vying to be New Jersey's next governor sit down to address some of the most pressing issues facing small businesses and diverse communities across the state.This candid and, at times, fiery conversation covers a wide range of topics including:The future of Governor Murphy's economic councilAccess to capital for small and minority-owned businessesThe rollout and regulation of New Jersey's cannabis industryDiversity in procurement, hiring, and state-funded programsWorkforce development and trade education in underserved communitiesLanguage access, DEI, and inclusion in state policyFamily leave and tax burdens on small business ownersEquity for niche, seasonal, and youth-oriented businessesThe “364-Day Disconnect” experienced by veteran-owned businessesThroughout the forum, candidates challenge each other, offer unique perspectives on what government should (or shouldn't) do, and make their case for why they're best suited to lead New Jersey into the future.

Governor Phil Murphy recently issued his proposed budget for New Jersey's next fiscal year. The $58.1 billion proposal is 2.7% higher than the current year's budget and includes $1.2 billion in proposed tax increases. Our panel of public policy experts weigh in on numerous elements of the proposed budget, including the impact of potential cuts in federal aid to Medicaid and NJ Transit. Resources:New Jersey Budget news and information

I interviewed the Governor of New Jersey Phil Murphy.We spent an hour talking about his vision for AI in government, economic development, and the regulatory challenges ahead. His approach is refreshingly pragmatic: Spark real innovation at scale. Governor Murphy is laying the groundwork through an AI hub that pools the strengths of the government, academia (Princeton University), legacy tech (Microsoft), and next-gen players (CoreWeave). Creating a place for the brightest minds to live and work. He's making the Garden State irresistible for the best talent through walkable communities, legal recreational cannabis, and an angel investment tax credit.AI that augments teams, instead of replacing them. The Governor sees AI as an “accelerant” that enables teams to do more with the same number of employees. He's walking the talk by training 61,000 NJ state employees in AI to automate busy work and free them to focus on strategic tasks.An integrated regulatory framework for AI. He believes that a technology as pervasive as AI should be regulated at a national level because the state-by-state approach could stifle innovation. Governor Phil Murphy is the first governor I've ever had on the show and I was honored he took the time to come on. I was also especially excited to do this because I grew up in New Jersey! This is a must watch for anyone interested in the intersection of AI and policy.If you found this episode interesting, please like, subscribe, comment, and share! Want even more?Sign up for Every to unlock our ultimate guide to prompting ChatGPT here: https://every.ck.page/ultimate-guide-to-prompting-chatgpt. It's usually only for paying subscribers, but you can get it here for free.To hear more from Dan Shipper:Subscribe to Every: https://every.to/subscribe Follow him on X: https://twitter.com/danshipper Timestamps for Spotify:Introduction: 00:02:00Why there should be a nation-wide framework to regulate AI: 00:04:31How 61,000 state employees in New Jersey are adopting AI: 00:10:34Why new tech is key to transforming government services: 00:12:20The Governor is bringing startups back to New Jersey: 00:17:30How to stimulate innovation at scale: 00:25:28The Governor is making New Jersey a top choice for the best talent: 00:33:07Balancing technological progress while ensuring the workforce isn't left behind: 00:36:56We're moving toward an “allocation economy”: 00:41:39The Governor's take on international regulation of AI: 00:43:43Links to resources mentioned in the episode:Governor Phil Murphy: @GovMurphyMore about the New Jersey AI Hub: https://njaihub.org/ 

Nancy Solomon, WNYC reporter and host of the “Ask Governor Murphy” monthly call-in show, recaps her conversation with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy. Topics this month: how federal cuts are affecting New Jerseyans, Murphy's position on ballot redesign, a sinkhole on I-80, and more.

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News: The federal government releases the first full jobs report under the Trump Administration; Governor Murphy signs a primary ballot redesign bill; Attorney General Matthew Platkin joins Briana Vannozzi to discuss his legal battles against executive orders and mass firings by the Trump administration; NJ business owners explain how the back-and-forth surrounding tariffs on China, Canada and Mexico are impacting their businesses; Thousands of scientists rally around the country, including in New Jersey, to protest funding cuts and layoffs.

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News: Federal immigration agents are expanding their footprint in New Jersey with imminent plans to reopen a 1000-bed detention center at Delaney Hall in Newark; The Murphy Administration releases its school funding allocation with a goal of limiting volatility for districts when planning their budgets; Dr. Meg Fisher, a pediatric infectious disease specialist, talks to Briana Vannozzi about the three measles cases reported in New Jersey and the spread of measles around the country; Governor Murphy wants to launch an OB-GYN incentive program to lure doctors and medical professionals away from states that are banning abortion and limiting women's health rights; The new US Agriculture Secretary details the federal plan to stop the spread of avian flu as local farmers work to protect their birds; Energy experts meet at Rowan University to talk about new ways the state can meet the needs of the future as uncertainty around clean energy efforts grows at the federal level.

Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News…Reports over the weekend that the largest military base here in the state is on the Trump Administration's short list to house undocumented immigrants; Plus, Congressman Josh Gottheimer makes an unannounced trip to Qatar to help negotiate the release of the last American hostage held by Hamas, Tenafly's Edan Alexander; Also, a preview of what is expected from Governor Murphy's final Budget address tomorrow, will there be any relief for your wallet? And, three years since the first Russian bombs were dropped on Ukraine, New Jersey's Ukrainian community reacts to all that has been lost and the life they have been forced to create here….

Phil Murphy, the Governor of New Jersey, joins Nathan to discuss his proactive approach to AI and its potential transformative impact on society. Governor Murphy shares insights from a pivotal dinner with AI thought leaders that spurred New Jersey's ambitious AI initiatives, including the establishment of the NJ AI Hub with Princeton University. He elaborates on current applications, like the AI assistant used by state employees, and discusses broader implications for local governance, workforce training, and public services. Murphy touches upon ethical considerations, potential job displacement, and regulatory challenges, emphasizing the need for a balance between innovation and fairness. The conversation also explores international competition, particularly with China, and reflects on the rapid pace of AI advancement. SPONSORS: SafeBase: SafeBase is the leading trust-centered platform for enterprise security. Streamline workflows, automate questionnaire responses, and integrate with tools like Slack and Salesforce to eliminate friction in the review process. With rich analytics and customizable settings, SafeBase scales to complex use cases while showcasing security's impact on deal acceleration. Trusted by companies like OpenAI, SafeBase ensures value in just 16 days post-launch. Learn more at https://safebase.io/podcast Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI): Oracle's next-generation cloud platform delivers blazing-fast AI and ML performance with 50% less for compute and 80% less for outbound networking compared to other cloud providers. OCI powers industry leaders like Vodafone and Thomson Reuters with secure infrastructure and application development capabilities. New U.S. customers can get their cloud bill cut in half by switching to OCI before March 31, 2024 at https://oracle.com/cognitive Shopify: Shopify is revolutionizing online selling with its market-leading checkout system and robust API ecosystem. Its exclusive library of cutting-edge AI apps empowers e-commerce businesses to thrive in a competitive market. Cognitive Revolution listeners can try Shopify for just $1 per month at https://shopify.com/cognitive NetSuite: Over 41,000 businesses trust NetSuite by Oracle, the #1 cloud ERP, to future-proof their operations. With a unified platform for accounting, financial management, inventory, and HR, NetSuite provides real-time insights and forecasting to help you make quick, informed decisions. Whether you're earning millions or hundreds of millions, NetSuite empowers you to tackle challenges and seize opportunities. Download the free CFO's guide to AI and machine learning at https://netsuite.com/cognitive RECOMMENDED PODCAST: Second Opinion Join Christina Farr, Ash Zenooz and Luba Greenwood as they bring influential entrepreneurs, experts and investors into the ring for candid conversations at the frontlines of healthcare and digital health every week. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0A8NwQE976s32zdBbZw6bv Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/second-opinion-with-christina-farr-ash-zenooz-md-luba/id1759267211 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SecondOpinionwithChristinaFarr PRODUCED BY: https://aipodcast.ing

 A special edition of NJ Spotlight News on this President's Day. Senior Correspondent Joanna Gagis sat  down with several of the gubernatorial candidates –running to replace Governor Murphy. NJSN partnered with the Rutgers Institute for Health and the New Jersey League of Conservation Voters to bring you this conversation focused on environmental issues in the state, and how they intersect with public health.  We invited all the major candidates to participate, but many had scheduling conflicts … who did participate? Newark Mayor Ras Baraka, Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill , State Senator Jon Bramnick, NJEA President Sean Spiller, also a member of the NJ PBS Community Advisory Board and Jersey City Mayor Steve Fulop. Here is a portion of that hour long chat…For the FULL conversation head to NJ Spotlight News YouTube Channel

Nancy Solomon, WNYC reporter and host of the “Ask Governor Murphy” monthly call-in show, recaps her conversation with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy.

Chris Christie, former governor of NJ and 2024 presidential candidate, joined the Guy Benson Show today and discussed the latest embarrassing display by current NJ Governor Phil Murphy. Governor Murphy hinted that he would be harboring an illegal immigrant at his house from ICE, and former Governor Christie reacted to the move, calling it "just wrong." Christie and Guy also discussed some sports, as Christie's NY Mets recently acquired MLB superstar Juan Soto. Christie and Guy also discussed their Super Bowl predictions, and you can listen to the full interview below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News…TRANSIT CHALLENGES…the new CEO and President of NJ Transit Kris Kolluri talks about the issues he'll tackle to improve commuting here in the state; Plus, Governor Murphy is facing backlash after making a controversial remark, suggesting he might be housing an undocumented immigrant in his home; Also, TARIFF TURMOIL… NJ business owners fear a trade war as President Trump pauses SOME tariffs in response to retaliatory actions taken by SOME countries; And, a pause on OFFSHORE WIND delivers a BIG BLOW to the Governor's plan of 100% clean energy by 2035.     

The All Local Morning for Tuesday January 21 2025

Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News…On DAY ONE…with the stroke of SEVERAL pens…President Trump signed a litany of executive orders, vowing swift change for the nation and many here in the Garden State; Plus, an arctic blast continues to slam parts of New Jersey, bringing dangerously cold temperatures; Also, NJ DECIDES 2025… Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla joins what is expected to be a contentious and costly contest in the District 32 Assembly race; And, Governor Murphy pledges to bring FREE FULL-DAY KINDERGARTEN to EVERY district around the state. 

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News: Donald Trump is sworn in as the 47th President of the United States; The first Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners are released from Gaza as part of the initial phase of a ceasefire deal with Hamas; Governor Murphy sends a letter to President Trump asking him to kill New York's controversial congestion pricing plan; Briana Vannozzi talks to Washington correspondent Ben Hulac about President Trump's historic list of executive orders he's expected to sign; Attorney General Matt Platkin talks to Briana Vannozzi about what his office is doing to protect the rights of New Jersey citizens; TikTok comes back online as House Speaker Mike Johnson vows to enforce a law forcing its sale; Governor Murphy promises to reform the state's Farmland Assessment law.

Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News…CEASEFIRE DELAY… As Israeli leaders waver on voting for an agreed peace deal…New Jersey's Palestinian community grapples with the toll the war has taken; Plus, LGBTQ+ activists react to CONTROVERSIAL COMMENTS made by one powerful state lawmaker over banning trans athletes; Also, RACISM SCANDAL …a leaked report sheds more light on the discrimination crisis in one Newark school; And, Governor Murphy announced he wants cell phones banned in schools… and many district leaders actually agree… 

Terrence T. McDonald, editor at New Jersey Monitor, recaps New Jersey governor Phil Murphy's State of the State address, where he discussed his priorities in his final year in office, including building more affordable housing by changing zoning laws, banning cell phones in schools and more.Correction: Gov. Murphy will give a final State of the State address in 2026, prior to leaving office later in January.

Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News…MAKING ROADS SAFER … New Jersey gets the nation's first task force charged with  eliminating traffic deaths completely; Plus, Governor Murphy will lay out his plans for the state, as he enters his last year in office; Also, the fight over who controls Paterson's police continues…local advocates worry that returning control to the city could be a miscarriage of justice; And, after a yearlong wait… the first CANNABIS LOUNGES in New Jersey are looking to light up.    

Nancy Solomon, WNYC reporter and host of the “Ask Governor Murphy” monthly call-in show, recaps her conversation with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy. Topics this month included congestion pricing, affordability, year-eight priorities and more.

Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News…The CONGESTION PRICING WAR wages on… Governor Murphy speaking out for the first time calling the midtown toll “outrageous” and vowing to fight on; Plus, a critical immigration vote in the U.S house this week, and two New Jersey members… also running for Governor…. were a NO show; Also, PORT STRIKE Number 2? All eyes on the shipping docks to see if workers will walk once again; And, HOUSING THE HOMELESS… the city of Newark offering 200 public housing units to those in search of temporary shelter. 

Today, we cover the entrepreneurship ecosystem at Princeton, pardons granted by Governor Murphy, and a new motion in an ongoing lawsuit against 17 universities. You can read about more Princeton entrepreneurs here: https://www.dailyprincetonian.com/section/features

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News: Drone sightings continued throughout the weekend, expanding outside of New Jersey to other states along the east coast; Lawmakers move a bill out of committee to change the style and appearance of New Jersey's ballot; Governor Murphy announces pardons and issues clemency based on recommendations from the new Clemency Advisory Board; Amy Towers, chair of the Rutgers Board of Governors, joins NJ Spotlight News to discuss the search for a new university president; A new bill would make health insurance companies cover biomarker testing.

Nancy Solomon, WNYC reporter and editor, and host of the “Ask Governor Murphy” monthly call-in show, recaps her conversation with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, including legislation that would prohibit book bans and more.

This is the noon All Local for Thursday, December 12, 2024.

Dominic Carter covers a wide array of breaking news and heated topics. FBI Director Christopher Wray resigns ahead of President-elect Trump's planned replacement with Kash Patel. The episode delves into the mysterious drone activity over New Jersey, with Governor Murphy and local residents expressing concern. Allegations against prominent figures like P. Diddy and Jay Z are discussed in detail, and the controversial verdict in the Daniel Penny case is examined. Callers weigh in on various issues, including drone concerns and the complexities of handling disruptive behavior on public transportation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News…SEX TRAFFICKING CHARGES …. the state's attorney general leveling human trafficking charges against seven defendants for operating two sex rings in Essex and Cumberland Counties; Plus, LABOR FIGHT… Senator-Elect Andy Kim is jumping into the ring to help negotiate a contract for a group of North Jersey Nurses; Also, with Governor Murphy's orders to reduce spending, is New Jersey teetering on a  fiscal cliff? And, after a long beach battle, relief is finally on the way for North Wildwood and its eroding shoreline.  

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News: Special Counsel Jack Smith drops the federal cases president-elect Donald Trump; Governor Murphy signs a bill allowing businesses to permanently offer outdoor dining; Social justice advocates demand change in Trenton after a scathing report about civil rights violations by its police department; Immigration groups brace for mass deportations as new documents show ICE is trying to expand in New Jersey; The final phase of post-Sandy resiliency project finally gets underway; NJ Spotlight News health care writer Lilo Stainton discusses how president-elect Trump's picks for his administration will affect public health.

Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News…Do you have sick kids at home and not know why? … state officials are warning that cases of WALKING PNEUMONIA are on the rise here in New Jersey; Plus, Governor Murphy is touting progress made by NJ Transit and Amtrak after the “summer of hell” on the rails … but many big solutions will still need funding from the incoming Trump administration; Also, as the candidates hoping to replace Murphy campaign at the League of Municipalities conference… a group of former governors offer up some advice; And, caring for our veterans … a new V-A health care clinic opens up in Toms River.

New York City could see an inch of rain by Friday, with wet snow possible in parts of the Hudson Valley. NYC Emergency Management has activated its Flash Flood Plan and is urging residents to clear storm basins or call 3-1-1. Meanwhile, a group of building superintendents are pushing back against Mayor Adams' new trash rules which would require them to put out the garbage later in the evening. Plus, Representatives Mikie Sherrill and Josh Gottheimer have joined New Jersey's crowded race for governor. Republican strategist Jeanette Hoffman and former Governor Murphy advisor Dan Bryan weigh in on the race.

Nancy Solomon, WNYC reporter and editor, and host of the “Ask Governor Murphy” monthly call-in show, recaps her conversation with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, including how a second Trump administration might impact the state's climate change goals, why cannabis prices are going up and much more.

Nancy Solomon, WNYC reporter and editor, and host of the “Ask Governor Murphy” monthly call-in show, recaps her conversation with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, where they talked about teenagers voting in school board elections, a new wind farm off the coast of the Jersey Shore and more.

Nancy Solomon, WNYC reporter and editor, and host of the “Ask Governor Murphy” monthly call-in show, recaps her conversation with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, including the Philadelphia 76ers coming to Camden, grouping together school districts to bring down property taxes and much more.

Nancy Solomon, WNYC reporter and editor, and host of the “Ask Governor Murphy” monthly call-in show recaps her conversation with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, where they talked about who he will choose to replace Sen. Bob Menendez, his friendship with Tim Walz, electric charging stations for the turnpike and more.

Three of our favorite segments from the week, in case you missed them.Walz's Climate Record (First) | Ask Governor Murphy: August Recap (Starts at 41:24) | 100 Years of 100 Things: The Jersey Shore (Starts at 01:10:45)If you don't subscribe to the Brian Lehrer Show on iTunes, you can do that here.

Nancy Solomon, WNYC reporter and editor, and host of the “Ask Governor Murphy” monthly call-in show, recaps her conversation with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, where they talked about the "pause" on congestion pricing, a new law that critics say would eliminate transparency in government and more.