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Episode 276-NJ’s New Felony Dingus Law  Also Available OnSearchable Podcast Transcript Gun Lawyer — Episode Transcript Page – 1 – of 14 Gun Lawyer — Episode 276 Transcript SUMMARY KEYWORDS New Jersey felony law, accidental discharge, Second Amendment, gun rights, reckless conduct, felony dingus, legal consequences, gun ownership, national reciprocity, pro-gun advocacy, government involvement, legal defense, gun laws, gun ownership statistics, gun control. SPEAKERS Evan Nappen, Teddy Nappen Evan Nappen 00:17 I’m Evan Nappen. Teddy Nappen 00:19 And I’m Teddy Nappen. Evan Nappen 00:20 And welcome to Gun Lawyer. New Jersey now officially has the felony Dingus law. That’s right, folks. It has to do with the criminalization of accidents. That’s it. They’ve been criminalized in New Jersey. Now let me explain why it’s the Dingus law. The reason I call it the Dingus law is that a number of years ago I was in Missouri. It was at the James Farm, Jesse and Frank James Farm. It was a great museum there. It’s a pretty cool place to visit if you’re into western history. You know, Jesse James and such is way up there of one of the fun topics to learn about. As a matter of fact, their famous bank robbery is still the record haul for any bank robbery in the U.S., ever. It was done by James and his gang. In terms of the amount of money stolen, in terms of the value of that money today, versus then, it is the record amount ever stolen. Evan Nappen 01:41 But the thing that’s interesting to me about what happened when I was at that museum is I’m looking at all kinds of things about historical facts about Jesse James and his life and all. I’m reading some things, and it talked about “Dingus” at certain times. You know, talking about things that were going on between him and his men. And I’m like, Dingus, who’s Dingus? So, I asked one of the museum folks there, hey, who is this Dingus that they’re talking about? He goes, oh, that’s Jesse James. What do you mean Jesse James is Dingus? Who called him, you know, Dingus and lived, right? He’s like, no, no, no, no, no. His men did. His men did. What? Why? Well, you see, Jesse was apparently playing around with his gun, practicing spinning or screwing around with it, or who knows what, and he accidentally shot two of his fingers off. It was in front of his men. He shot his fingers off, two of them, and Jesse James would never use profanity. He may have been a stone cold killer, but he would not ever use profanity. So, when he shot his two fingers off, he said, Dingus! Now, I don’t know about you, but if I shot my fingers off, I’d say something a lot more than Dingus. But I guess his men fell off their horses Page – 2 – of 14 laughing, you know, and they nicknamed him Dingus. And I guess if you were one of his men, you could bust his balls and call him Dingus and get away with it. Evan Nappen 03:36 But we call accidental discharges in my office “Dingus” cases in honor of Jesse James, of course. So, any accidental discharge is a Dingus case. Now, I once had a guy that shot himself in the hand with a Glock. And so that, of course, was a Dingus case. This was a number of years ago, and they tried to take away his firearms and his ability to be licensed under that. It wasn’t criminalized, but they did try to disenfranchise him of his gun rights. We fought it hard, and we were able to win and save his gun rights and his gun. About a year later, he shot himself in the hand again with a Sig. So, do you know what he was? He was a Double Dingus. That’s right. Evan Nappen 04:40 Anyway, this new Dingus law, and look, accidents can happen. You can drive your car and have an accident. Accidents happen. But this Dingus law that New Jersey has passed is a felony Dingus law. It now turns accidents into a New Jersey felony. A felony level offense. It’s very important that you understand this, because now it is actually law in New Jersey, and you have to know your rights. You have to stand on your rights. Or you not only risk losing your Second Amendment rights, but you also risk becoming a felon, going to State Prison, and having your life essentially destroyed over this. Because becoming a convicted felon can dramatically affect your career, and your ability to earn a living. Your existence becomes one of a second class citizen, and not just in terms of gun rights. Evan Nappen 05:52 So, I want to do a deep dive here into the felony Dingus law that New Jersey has now made law. And I want to make it clear so that you, my dear listeners, know what to do to protect yourself and hear it straight from me as to what you must do and how you must act. Because it will be difficult for some of you to do what I’m saying. It strikes to a certain degree against what might be your first reaction, but you have to do this. Otherwise the consequences can be dire. So, this new law that New Jersey passed, and it is officially law. It takes accidents and makes them felonies, accidents with firearms, into felony level offenses. And we’re going to take a look at how exactly that gets done. How the Legislature, in passing this law, has done it in such a bizarre way, or sneaky way, devious way, that the impact and reality of it is how I’m going to explain it. Evan Nappen 07:13 So, the law reads, and you can read the bill that passed. It was A4976 and was approved by Murphy as one of his parting gifts on January 20 of this year. (https://pub.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2024/A5000/4976_R2.PDF) It says, (1.a.) For the purposes of this act, “Recklessly” shall have the same meaning as set forth in N.J.S. 2C:2-2. Now, 2-2 is where the culpability standards for New Jersey law are laid out. Culpability is the establishment of the level of what has to be demonstrated in order to prove whether you’re culpable for the commission of that offense. These fall under the general requirements of culpability, and normally, culpability has to be proven. It’s a level of proof. Often we think of culpability as needing to show purpose fully. You do something purposefully. We do something knowingly, knowingly. But recklessly and negligently can also be culpability levels in criminal law, and New Jersey is now making “Reckless” as part of this law. Page – 3 – of 14 Evan Nappen 08:56 But reckless isn’t necessarily how you might generically think of it. It’s defined in this culpability statute as follows. So, this is where “Reckless” gets defined that they’re incorporating into the new law. (N.J.S. 2C:2-2.(3)) “Recklessly. A person acts recklessly with respect to a material element of an offense when he consciously disregards a substantial and unjustifiable risk that the material element exists or will result from his conduct. The risk must be of such a nature and degree that, considering the nature and purpose of the actor’s conduct and the circumstances known to him, its disregard involves a gross deviation from the standard of conduct that a reasonable person would observe in the actor’s situation. ‘Recklessness,’ or ‘with recklessness’, or equivalent terms have the same meaning.” Evan Nappen 10:05 Now, if you’re having trouble wrapping your head around what I just said, we’re going to get back to it. But I wanted to give you that, initially, as we go through the bill, and I’m going to show you how it translates into reality under the felony Dingus law. So, New Jersey now says “reckless” is defined as what I just told you, and then they define structure. “‘Structure’ means any building, room, ship, vessel, car, vehicle, or airplane, and also means any place adapted for overnight accommodation of persons or for carrying of business therein.” So, any business establishment, any means of transport, and any room, building or ship is a structure, okay? Now the law says a person commits, oh, a disorderly person’s offense. Oh, well, that’s not a felony, Evan. That’s a disorderly person. It’s New Jersey’s version of misdemeanor. Yeah, I know that, but let’s keep reading. Evan Nappen 11:21 Okay, folks. “A person commits a disorderly persons offense by recklessly discharging a firearm . . .” Well, you might think, why I’d never be reckless. I’d never be reckless. “. . . by recklessly discharging a firearm using live ammunition rounds . . .” So, I guess you can recklessly discharge a blank gun, but whatever. “. . . recklessly discharging a firearm using live ammunition rounds unlawfully or without a lawful purpose, except that a second conviction for such an offense constitutes a crime of the fourth degree, and a third or subsequent conviction for such an offense constitutes crime of the third degree.” So, what happens is this. It ups the degree if you have repeat offenses. Evan Nappen 12:12 So, you say, well, look, man, if I have one problem, at least it’s just a misdemeanor, and it’s not a felony. I don’t become a felony Dingus problem in my life. Well, yeah, because here’s the next part. It says, a person who commits a violation of what I just said, subsection b., technically of this section, shall be charged with a crime of one degree higher than what ordinarily would be charged for such offense, where the violation occurs within 100 yards of an occupied structure. Whoa, whoa. Wait a minute. Wait a minute. So, in other words, if you have an accidental discharge, and that AD was done without lawful purpose, well, if it’s an accidental discharge, what was your lawful purpose for having an accident? Of course, there wasn’t one. It’s baked into the cake. There’s no accident done lost with a lawful purpose. Of course not. So, every accident now, unless you can show there was a lawful purpose to your accident, okay? Every accident done, every accidental discharge without a lawful purpose, within 100 yards of any building, room, ship, vessel, car, vehicle, airplane, place of overnight accommodation or where business is conducted, within 100 yards of any of those occupied places, that Page – 4 – of 14 makes it a felony level offense. A felony level offense. So, now you have your accidental discharge. It’s done without a lawful purpose. Now the law says you have to recklessly discharge a firearm without a lawful purpose. Remember, I told you what reckless was under the law. Evan Nappen 14:24 Now, think about this. Let’s go back to that reckless. A person acts reckless with respect to a material element of the offense when he consciously disregards a substantial and unjustifiable risk that a material element will result from his conduct. Oh, conscientious disregarding a risk that you could, what? Have an accidental discharge. Meaning a discharge without a lawful purpose. And the risk must be of such a nature and degree that considering the nature and purpose of the actor’s conduct and circumstances known to him. Oh, did you know you had a gun? Yeah. Did you know that when you pull the trigger of a gun, it goes bang? Yeah. Did you happen to have ammunition? Yeah. Did you check to make sure the gun was empty? Oh, well, what’s this disregard involves a gross deviation from the standard of conduct that a reasonable person would observe in the actor’s situation. Aha. Gross deviation from standard of conduct that a reasonable person would observe. A reasonable person checks to make sure their gun is unloaded. Were you unreasonable in having that accidental discharge because you failed to ensure that your gun wasn’t loaded? Evan Nappen 16:18 Well, let me tell you who’s going to answer that question. Ultimately, my friends, 12 people who aren’t smart enough to avoid jury duty. That’s who’s going to answer it. Twelve persons who most likely don’t know a whole hell of a lot about guns. And even if they do, they’re not going to like the fact that you didn’t ensure that your gun was unloaded. So, this means that if you have an accidental discharge, a Dingus within 100 yards of any of those, “occupied structures”, which basically is virtually everywhere, you’re now looking at a felony charge, which will make you a convicted felon. It will cost you your gun rights throughout the entire United States, because you’d be a convicted felon. You will face criminal prosecution in New Jersey and loss of your guns and your gun license. Evan Nappen 17:32 So, what does this mean, folks? It means, if you ever have an accidental discharge, SHUT THE F UP!!! That’s right. You do not call the police if you had an accidental issue. You don’t incriminate yourself. You don’t talk about it to anyone. They have criminalized this. You have a Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination. They did not put any immunity in this law for reporting an accidental discharge. You not only have no obligation to report it, you have a specific Constitutional right now against doing it. Saying you have a right not to do it, because you have a right against self-incrimination. And they’ve made it what is a virtual, almost per se, strict liability, virtually, virtually, offense. At least, how in reality, it’s going to play out. If you have an accidental discharge within 100 yards of that structure and you didn’t have a lawful purpose, did you? Was it reasonable that you deviated from the standard of not ensuring that your gun was unloaded? You can see this felony Dingus problem here, and it now applies throughout New Jersey. Page – 5 – of 14 Teddy Nappen 19:15 One concern, though, Dad, is that. Does the law address, you know, malfunction? Because we’ve had plenty of stories, you know, from the both of the SIG 320 and / or various other pistols that do have, like, mechanical failures. Is that addressed in the law? Evan Nappen 19:34 It’s not addressed in the law. And, you know, maybe if it was an actual SIG problem that can be proven, that it was mechanical, that that would be a defense at law here. You know that would be something where they’re not going to hold the recklessness standard to your conscious disregard of known risk. However, New Jersey has brought a suit against SIG itself for the problem with those guns. I wouldn’t put it past the Government trying to argue that you should have known the risk because you possess a SIG that’s known to have these problems, and we’re suing them over it. And how did you not know that your gun might have this problem? I mean, who knows how extreme they’ll go? I think it is conceivably a good defense, but they’re still going to fight that. I assure you. Evan Nappen 20:37 But short of an actual mechanical defect in a gun, short of that, this law is a huge threat. It is essentially the equivalent of making, if we made every fender bender with a driver, a felony in New Jersey. You would then have a situation where you wouldn’t want to report any car accident. Because upon reporting it, you would immediately have a right against self-incrimination, and you’d be putting yourself in jeopardy of a felony. Well, this is what New Jersey has done with the felony Dingus law to New Jerseyans, and you need to know that. You’re going to have to stand firm on your rights. If you have an AD, the first thing you do is call your lawyer who understands criminal law and understands the gun laws, so that you can be advised on this. It’s critical. The risk here is great, and it will jeopardize your freedom, your livelihood, and your gun rights. You can get at least a year and a half as a maximum, if they go to just the fourth degree level with this offense. So, you’re looking at felony Dingus here. Teddy Nappen 22:13 There’s a bit of irony. When you think about this law, I imagine just go from their perspective. Just the twisted mindset of the gun rights suppressor. In this idea, they’re trying to cut down on accidental discharges, but they’re going to go hidden because of that exact issue. It kind of goes. I remember being explained once in boxing. They did a rule change where they banned rapid punching. You know, we could do, like quick jabs, but in doing so, they required you to punch with an extended arm. They’re like, oh, we’re gonna cut down on the injuries. But it did the opposite. Because people were getting punched with an extended arm, it would cause more concussions. So, it’s just that level of almost self-fulfilling prophecy. It’s not doing anything. It causes the very harm that it meant to prevent. Evan Nappen 22:59 It will. It will. Because now when you have this instead. Let’s say, if you have an accidental discharge, instead of investigating, seeing if it hits somebody or something, or where, when or what it did, you’re going to jeopardize yourself criminally. Now you have to stand on your rights. You’re going to have to just take the Fifth immediately and stand on your rights. Call your attorney. It’s completely criminalized, criminalized. And because of that, your criminal due process rights kick in. And we might, you know, Page – 6 – of 14 normally if they were smart, they would have had an immunity for reporting it. But they don’t. They don’t. There’s no immunity here. If you report it, you’re putting yourself in jeopardy, and you’re giving up your Fifth and Sixth amendment rights by so doing. It is a stupid law. It is not just a Dingus felony, a Dingus law. It is a law passed by Dinguses and signed by Dinguses. It is literally the felony Dingus law, and so aptly named. Evan Nappen 24:10 Hey, on a different subject. Real quick, I just want to mention a landmark little factoid that I think you’ll find pretty cool. The U.S. has broken the firearm ownership number of 500 million. There are over 500 million privately owned firearms in the United States. Boy, that is fantastic. (https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/us-civilian-gun-ownership-500-million/) Teddy Nappen 24:49 We need to get those numbers up. Evan Nappen 24:52 Yeah, right. We need to get those numbers up. According to the National Shooting Sports Foundation, civilian gun ownership in the U.S. has surpassed the 500 million mark, reaching an estimated 506 million firearms, and the more guns means the more impossibility of banning and seizing them. There is strength in numbers. This figure is based on Federal Manufacturing and import data compiled from 1990 through 2023 using ATF records. And the estimate accounts for firearms manufactured domestically and sold, as well as firearms imported for the commercial market. It also said that there’s continued growth with the ARs in America. Since 1990, 32 million AR-type rifles have entered circulation. 32 million ARs. Talk about being in common use. 32 million. Kind of says it all. Anyway, so we’re way up there. And it says, looking specifically, by the way, at 2023, they said a total of 13,574,653 firearms were made available to the U.S. market when imports were included. So, that was that one year, 2023, over 13 million. Handguns accounted for the majority, with 8,176,000 units, followed by 3,899,000 rifles and 1,498,000 shotguns. So, this is great news. We are definitely the land of firearms, and the Second Amendment is strong in numbers. We’ve broken the 500 million mark for U.S. gun ownership. Evan Nappen 27:23 One other quick note here that I find. A little tidbit here, and this is from militarynyi.com. Mossburg has received a new contract from the Pentagon for about $11.6 million. (https://militarnyi.com/en/news/usa-orders-mossberg-590a1-shotguns-with-custom-barrels-for-drone-interception/) It provides that they’re going to supply Mossberg 590A1 pump shotguns, which are great guns, by the way. I’m going to tell you about 590A1s in a minute. But what’s really cool about this one is that this particular shotgun is designed to combat drones. It’s made to shoot down drones. It has a 17-inch barrel with a specific configuration that’s designed for convenient placement in submarine racks. And it’s also made so that it can use special tungsten shot ammunition, tungsten shot ammo, to shoot down UAVs. And this is literally what the Government said. So, they’ve taken the 590A1s and the load, the shotgun load, is a two ounce number nine bird shot, a tungsten load. And it says it puts a large number of small tungsten pellets, creating a dense cloud ideal for hitting small targets. So, if you thought skeet shooting and trap Page – 7 – of 14 shooting was fun, how about tungsten drone shooting with Mossberg 590A1s. There you go, guys. Now we’re talking about a whole new sport. Teddy Nappen 29:28 Do you remember Amazon delivering those packages with drones? Yeah, well, trap shooting with prizes. Evan Nappen 29:37 Well, there you go. Trap shooting with prizes. But you know something about the 590A1, I gotta tell you. That’s really a great shotgun. And look, I have no financial interest in them. I just love that gun. That gun has a special thing about it when it comes to New Jersey. It is a pump shotgun, military spec shotgun. The 598 one is different from the 590 the a one has a thicker barrel, stronger receiver. It is a really tough shotgun, and it’s a pump shotgun. And because it’s a pump, it’s not semi auto. So, you can have a 590A1 in New Jersey. It can have a nine shot magazine in it. It can have a folding stock. It can have a pistol grip. It can have a bayonet lug, and they do have a bayonet lug. It can have all the whistles and bells on it and not be an assault firearm because it’s a pump shotgun. Only a semi-automatic shotgun falls under New Jersey’s assault firearm law. So, if you really want to have one of the best New Jersey legal combat shotgun with any of the fun features, then the 590A1 is unbeatable for New Jersey. And plus, when you rack that slide, any bad guy hearing that usually registers it in his pants, when you hear that racking going on. So, you should consider having one in your home defense. The 590A1, it’s a great gun. I don’t know if those tungsten loads will be available to the public or not, but this is fun stuff that I wanted to bring to your attention. Evan Nappen 31:32 Hey, let me tell you about our good friends at WeShoot. WeShoot is our gun range that Teddy and I shoot at, and we love it there. They are a fantastic range right in Lakewood, New Jersey, and they have some good specials going on. They have a Sig Sauer P365 Flux, which is the evolution of the micro-compact carry gun, now paired with the FLUX defense chassis for enhanced stability, capacity and speed in a PDW-style platform. They have a Smith & Wesson M&P 9 M2.0 Compact, which is their carry size powerhouse with a flat face trigger, aggressive grip texture, built to perform under pressure with everyday reliability. And they have a Mossberg Gold Reserve Super Sport, a competition-ready over / under, an over and under, 12 gauge with eye-catching scroll engraving, polished blue finish, and a premium walnut stock built for the clay sports game. So, these are just a few of the hot guns being highlighted by WeShoot. You should definitely check them out. Go to weshootusa.com. Evan Nappen 32:52 You can also check out Juliana. She’s fully locked in and in love with her MAC 5, showing off, the versatile fun a modern sporting rifle platform can be. So, go to WeShoot's website – weshootusa.com. You can check out Juliana there with the MAC 5. You can also see the other great photographs that WeShoot prides themselves on. When you go to the range there, you will be very impressed. They have fantastic training, and you can get your certificate there to get your carry. You can also get all kinds of training for both beginners and experienced shooters, as well. They have top people on their staff. It is a great resource that you should take advantage of. Go to weshootusa.com and learn the best kept secret in New Jersey the WeShoot range, a fantastic place. Page – 8 – of 14 Evan Nappen 33:57 Let me also tell you about our good friends at the Association of New Jersey Rifle & Pistol Clubs. They are the stalwart defenders of our gun rights in New Jersey. New Jersey is one tough environment, as you know, and without a great group like the Association, we’d be even worse off. Can you imagine even worse? So we’re there. We’re there with the association. You need to be with us. I’m a member. You need to be a member. It is critical. They’re the ones in Trenton with a full-time paid lobbyist keeping track of the shenanigans going on there. And we’re able to make a difference. Believe it or not. We are. Plus we have the battles ongoing in the courts, and, man, I am excited for them. We have some appellate stuff going on now, an we’re going to be getting some great results. I feel it. I know it. We’ll be reporting about that and telling you all about it here on Gun Lawyer. Evan Nappen 35:00 It’s a slow climb, because the wheels turn slow. But folks, it is. It is something where I know we’re going to be successful, and the Association is there for you, fighting for your rights. Go to anjrpc.org and join today. Make sure you’re part of the solution. Join your official NRA state affiliate, the Association. You’ll get the email alerts to the legislative alerts and court results, and you’ll be on top of things. You’ll get a beautiful newsletter. The best in the state, so you’ll know what’s going on here in New Jersey, and you’ll have the resources of the Association behind you. So, go to anjrpc.org and join today. Evan Nappen 35:58 And while you’re at it, make sure you get a copy of my book, New Jersey Gun Law. It’s the Bible of New Jersey gun law. It’s over 500 pages in a question and answer format. It explains everything you need to know so you can avoid becoming a GOFU in New Jersey. And man, do you need that because New Jersey is crazy. And to not be destroyed by the state’s gun laws, and instead be able to exercise safely and legally your rights. You need my book, New Jersey Gun Law. Go to EvanNappen.com and get your copy today. When you do get your book, right down there on the front cover, make sure you scan the QR code, and you can immediately join for free, my private subscriber base. You’ll be able to access immediately the updates, which I’ll have a new update coming out very shortly here, updating the new laws, doing a comprehensive 2026 Update. You get all that for free. So, your book stays current. Go to EvanNappen.com and get your copy today. Teddy, what do you have for us today? Teddy Nappen 37:15 Well, as we know, Press Checks are always free. And look, everyone has been seeing it on the Left, where they’re all of a sudden now everyone seems to have become an expert on the Second Amendment. As you, which, every time I hear that, I think the words Second Amendment TM – trademark, because it’s their version of the Second Amendment. They never actually go into too many details. But I will say, and this is very funny. From MSN, from this writer, Adam Lynch, “‘Never seen a surge like this:’ Panicked liberals are stocking up on guns..” (https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/never-seen-a-surge-like-this-panicked-liberals-are-stocking-up-on-guns/ar-AA1QuJEL) Huh! The 500 million mark is coming into play. But I love this. If you ever want to laugh, read an MSN article, because it’s just so, not just the propaganda, but the sourcing and how it works. It’s, okay. It goes. “NPR reports liberals and members of the LGBTQ community are buying guns to protect themselves as both the White House and national discourse grows increasingly hostile.” I love how Page – 9 – of 14 they cite their sources, NPR. Like NPR is a reputable source, but yeah. And I love this, a random unnamed Maryland Doctor. It just says Maryland Doctor. I’m not saying. Evan Nappen 38:40 Oh, is he related to the Maryland man? Teddy Nappen 38:43 I guess. I know. Maybe he’s from Venezuela or El Salvador. “I’m not saying that’s what’s going to happen. What I’m saying is none of this is out of the question.” In regards to, like, Trump is going to start kicking in doors on like just. And I love this. “Charles, who is black, says he bought his handgun after Trump administration did things that scared him . . .” Okay. Evan Nappen 39:15 Well, I’ll tell you what. Every gun owner is someone with a vested interest in the Second Amendment. So, good. Yeah, good. Teddy Nappen 39:24 And they decided to do interviews. They say 30 sources, unnamed, mind you. Where they’re saying NPR reports, the face of gun ownership is changing. Once perceived as the white, rural and Republican, gun clubs or trainers, Second Amendment advocates and academic researchers now say that liberals, people of color, and LGBTQ members have been buying guns and training with them since Trump’s re-election. First of all, I like how they separate people of color and Republicans when the mass. Evan Nappen 39:54 The Second Amendment is for everybody. Teddy Nappen 39:56 Yeah! Evan Nappen 39:56 It’s for everybody. Teddy Nappen 39:57 Yeah. And also they need to remember that Hispanics overwhelmingly voted for Trump and are leaning conservative. Blacks overwhelmingly, comparatively, Trump had the most vote of black Americans since dating back to Nixon. So, whenever they try to separate out and try to paint the Republican Party as racist. I always remind them of that. It’s just such stupidity on their part. But going into that, I did love this. So, Thomas Boyer, the spokesman for the San Francisco Chapter the Pink Pistols, said, “Armed gays don’t get bashed.” Evan Nappen 40:37 Right! They don’t. Page – 10 – of 14 Teddy Nappen 40:39 I know. Didn’t you actually like, did they bring you on once, the Pink Pistols? Evan Nappen 40:43 They made me an honorary life member of the Pink Pistols, believe it or not, which is fine, great. The Second Amendment is for everyone. And you know, it doesn’t matter whether someone is liberal or conservative or what their sexual preference or race is. It is all our right. All of us have this right, and we always want to be consistent. Whether or not politically I agree with anything on the Left, it doesn’t matter. In the same way that I support their right to free speech, even though I disagree with them. Rights are rights. And the point here is we can have common ground, and we’re seeing common ground. We’re actually seeing it. Because as more of the Left wants guns, that’s great. Join with us, and let’s pass laws that enhance the Second Amendment. As a matter of fact, think of it this way, folks. The anti-Second Amendment, the Second Amendment oppressors, they don’t want the Left to exercise gun rights any more than they want the right to exercise gun rights because they are anti-gun rights. We are pro-gun rights. We want all people. And every time anybody becomes a gun owner, they now get a vested interest in our Second Amendment rights. So, this creates that common ground, and that can include national reciprocity. It can include Pretti’s Law that we’ve talked about, right? It means this is an opportunity. So, don’t let the Left’s political views cloud our commitment to universal Second Amendment rights. Teddy Nappen 42:56 So, going off of that, one of the things the article cited to was a group known as, I never heard of these guys, the Liberal Gun Club. It was from this firearm instructor, David Phillips. They have 30 chapters in other, in other states. And they said their membership has grown from 2,700 in November to 4,500. So, going off of that, I actually wanted to look these guys up to understand, like, what is a Liberal Gun Club? (https://theliberalgunclub.com/) Like it just, you just, you’re going off of that. I hear those two words, and it just doesn’t sound right. And so. Evan Nappen 43:32 But, it is right. It is right. Evan Nappen 43:35 But I know why you would think it wouldn’t be. Teddy Nappen 43:35 I know. Evan Nappen 43:37 Bingo. Teddy Nappen 43:37 Yeah, exactly. And I went to their website, and this is what was funny. The common ground managers, where they go into, we are, they go into. They include and oppose the assault weapon ban as well as restriction of magazine capacity. Page – 11 – of 14 Teddy Nappen 43:37 And this view is directly related to our preference of an enforcement approach rather than regulation. Then, and what’s even funnier, the one thing that I found, the little nugget in their entire list, they are for national reciprocity. Evan Nappen 44:11 The other factor is, and I dug deeper into them, they actually spoke out against Bloomberg and the Moms Demand Action. Evan Nappen 44:11 Okay. So, look at this liberal gun group here, the Liberal Gun Club. Liberal gun group is against the assault firearm ban, against the magazine ban and pro-national reciprocity. Guess what? We’re all on the same page. This is our common ground. This is a common ground that we need to further develop. We need the pro-Second Amendment side to happily join in the same issues that we mutually support. Look, there are things we have differences about, without a doubt, okay? Most of the liberal agenda I am not, not, on board with at all, but that’s okay. Because the issue that I care most about, the issue that is my entire life’s calling and yours as well, Teddy, is the Second Amendment. And if this group is supporting what I support, then we can be together on those issues. We need to be together on those issues and not try to exclude or judge or separate anybody away because we don’t agree with the rest of their politics. I don’t care about the rest of their politics. That’s fine for us to have our differences, but this is where we’re together. And what you just said, there is great. We need more of that. Because that’s how we can finally get the rest of the Left to lay off our rights and to pass something like National Reciprocity, to quit trying to screw with us at every turn, to disenfranchise us from our gun rights. We can unite here. Evan Nappen 46:09 Even better. Teddy Nappen 46:12 Which they go into with the head president of the yet all actions they say you need to take is to donate to them. And what can they do with their donations, or, quote, unquote, saving lives and quote unquote, ending gun violence, or so they say. However, they spend, the national group spends most of their time advocacy related to gun violence focused exclusively on passing stricter gun control laws, which have already been disproven. So, they even agree that gun control fails. They actually agree it does not solve any of the issues that they actually are worried about. And they cited to a book, and this reminded me of one you brought to me once, it was “Restricting Handguns” by Don Kates. Evan Nappen 47:07 Yes! Teddy Nappen 47:08 Where it was the liberal. It was the liberal skeptics guide where, you know, liberals. Page – 12 – of 14 Evan Nappen 47:14 The Liberal skeptics speak out. Okay. Don Kates was one of my mentors when I first became a lawyer. And prior to becoming a lawyer, I was a member of the very first firearm law firm in America. It was Bennison, Kates and Hardy, and I was in the New York City law office of Bennison and Kates. I knew Don Kates and Mark Bennison, and Dave Hardy. Don Kates was out in California, and he was criminology professor. Don Kates was great guy, and he wanted to do this very thing we’re talking about here. Of cross trestling, of uniting, of making liberals see that the Second Amendment is critical for them as well as us. And so, his book “Restricting Handguns – The Liberal Skeptics Speak Out” was all about folks who you would normally think would be anti- Second Amendment and were not. (https://openlibrary.org/books/OL4408746M/Restricting_handguns) Evan Nappen 48:26 Interestingly, Mark Benson, who was the other partner, was a former president of Amnesty International. But Mark was solidly pro-Second Amendment. I mean, Kates taught criminal justice and law in California. Okay? We’re talking about folks you might normally think of on the Left, but were actually hard-core Second Amendment great pro-gun fighters. I’ll tell you. Don Kates was the first guy that I ever met that carried a firearm, regardless. He said, Second Amendment, and that’s it. And I always was impressed how much he believed in the Second Amendment. He was fantastic. And it was great experience working for that firm and being part of the very first firearm law firm in America. Of course, now firearm law is an identified area of practice, but then people had never heard of such a thing. So, Don Kates, with this book, really had a lot of impact, and to this day, it’s still being utilized and cited because the Liberal Gun Club that you talk about is the same idea. And Kate was really ahead of his time in identifying this very thing. We need to join with the other side when they are with us on our issue. Teddy Nappen 50:14 And what was really, really funny is he meant, and there was a similar book where he references a book called “Beyond Control” by Jacob Sullum. He talks about the racist roots of gun control and drug control. (https://www.beyondcontrolbook.net/) Evan Nappen 50:27 There you go. Teddy Nappen 50:28 And it’s that, it’s that inner weaving of the policies to actually put that in perspective, because everyone on the Left, like they typically, are in lockstep on this. But if we can turn this, just like with the trans issue, if we can turn this into a 90/10 issue, we could get national reciprocity. The vast majority like this. Imagine The Trace and Bloomberg having to, I just saw this, just on my feed, where they’re trying to say, don’t go out and buy firearms. Don’t, don’t kid. Telling their liberal followers, don’t go out and buy firearms, even though they’re all calling for the Second Amendment on it. It’s that level. They have so pushed. Page – 13 – of 14 Evan Nappen 51:12 They are so scared to death that, yeah, this very thing that we’re talking about here is actually happening and taking place. And we on the pro-gun side need to put out our hand of friendship to the other side when they’re with us on our issue. Because those that oppose us, the oppressors, are scared to death of it, and with good reason. This can make us win. It can get our rights back. This is the way to do it, folks. I honestly believe and have fought for this. And throughout my legal career, we’ve seen how the liberal causes so-called, whether you know, traditionally where they claim were pro-civil rights, yet they go after a single black mom. Shaneen Allen, who had a carry permit from Pennsylvania and happened to be in the Democratic People’s Republic of New Jersey, gets put through the shredder. It’s the institutionalized racism that our good friend John Petrolino has talked about and shown in the permitting system. These are the things that are out there that the Left, historically, would have been concerned with, but somehow they block it out with guns. No, no. Join. Join together. This can get our movement over the top. Evan Nappen 52:44 The other thing they can do. This will be the Midas touch. Once they see the National Reciprocity and start carrying, all of a sudden, all the things that they were supporting, Red Flag, Universal Background Check, both things are going to predominantly deny them their rights. Because I think there’s a statistic showing, I think, it’s 67 or 68% of liberals or Democrats have mental health issues which screws them out of their rights. So, this is the key to getting them to see that this is the path to victory of how to get the Second Amendment back. Then we can remove all these insane regulations. Evan Nappen 53:22 Incrementally, get to where we need to be. Well, Teddy, I appreciate it. A great, great topic. And I want to tell you about this week’s GOFU, which is, of course, the Gun Owner Fuck Up, where actual clients, actual cases, where we see the problem, and you get to learn the lesson for free. And this week’s GOFU is pretty simple. Don’t involve the police in your life unless you absolutely have to. And what I mean is this. There are mechanisms in law that are there that people have no idea how it suddenly affects your gun rights. And that includes the so- called wellness check, even domestic violence, all these things where they’re played up as extremely important. And I’m not saying they aren’t. But it makes it so that individuals that invoke any of these laws and involve the Government in your life, next thing you know, guns are being seized. Individuals are losing their rights, and they’re having to fight to get them back. Evan Nappen 54:36 Often it’s the very person that invokes the law itself. Yeah, we see this. We get cases where the person called the police to scare their partner or to just get more attention to it. But they don’t realize that gets the entire system to come down on them, taking guns and ruining lives. They have no clue of the impact once the Government gets in your life. Forget it. It’s going to be a fight. It’s the old, I think, Ronald Reagan said, you know, “We’re here from the Government. We’re here to help.” Yeah, that’s the joke, and it’s true. This is what happens. You get a wellness check done, and boom, guns are taken. You’re now fighting for your rights. We get these all the time. Look, I understand. If someone has serious problems and they need help, maybe you’ve got to do it. If you’re being abused, okay. But, you know, if it’s not something that the Government has to get involved in, do not involve the Government. Page – 14 – of 14 Evan Nappen 55:22 Over and over and over again, we get, I get the calls. I call them “the calls of regret”. The phone calls of regret. They’re GOFUs. And yet, for me to even say this, I’ll get criticized. How dare you say that? How about stopping me? We need to know call. I see the reality of it in the practice. I get the phone call of regret when you involve the Government. So, the GOFU is that be very, very careful. Very, very selective, if you ever want to put the Government in your life or a loved one’s life. Because the ramifications, particularly in the Democratic People’s Republic of New Jersey, can be very significant and can dramatically impact yours and your loved ones lives. Evan Nappen 56:47 This is Evan Nappen and Teddy Nappen reminding you that gun laws don’t protect honest citizens from criminals. They protect criminals from honest citizens. 56:57 Gun Lawyer is a CounterThink Media production. The music used in this broadcast was managed by Cosmo Music, New York, New York. Reach us by emailing Evan@gun.lawyer. The information and opinions in this broadcast do not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney in your state. Downloadable PDF TranscriptGun Lawyer S5 E276_Transcript About The HostEvan Nappen, Esq.Known as “America's Gun Lawyer,” Evan Nappen is above all a tireless defender of justice. 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The Feisty, former Navy Helicopter Pilot got right to work, signing two executive orders during her inaugural speech, declaring a state of emergency on utility costs in New Jersey. One order freezes utility rate hikes, and another aims to develop new sources of electricity production to lower utility costs in the long term. The newly sworn-in Democrat sought to contrast the history and character of her state against the Trump Regime. Speaking on the Declaration of Independence, Sherrill says "The people of New Jersey recognize the parallels" between British King George III and President Trump. She accuses the president of "illegally usurping power" and imposing a "Tariff Regime" that hurts New Jerseyans so he can enrich himself. Gov. Sherrill promised to make New Jersey a "New Ark" for "Liberty and Prosperity," drawing on the state's motto. She says she will sign executive orders to freeze energy rate hikes and will fight what she views as abuses of power by the Federal Government.

Fr. Ralph and co-host Zach Zywiec bring you the life and times of Notre Dame's oldest and most storied residence hall, St. Edward's. This week's guests are Tyler Tellalian, Steds junior, study abroader, and resident New Jerseyan, Rylan Cooney, Steds sophomore, skullet wearer, and resident Coloradan, all followed by good news and weather with Logan Schober.

We would like to formally apologize to film maker Kevin Smith, John Bon Jovi, Bruce Springsteen, and The Great State of New Jersey in general for any controversial or silly things we may or may not have said during this episode or really any time you have interacted with us together or separately in person or otherwise. We thank you for your patients as we learn to podcast as well as the great Kevin Smith or any of the various people he talks at for 1 to 2 hours. Kevin we owe you a pork roll egg & cheese for being such a good sport. Love Mike & Conny Ps. Mike and Conny would like to apologize to all the New Jerseyans who call it "Taylor ham". We agree that Taylor is the superior brand, but chose to use the more generic title for the sandwich to be more inclusive. Thank youPss. Mike has never met actor Jason Mewes, does not know him personally and has never bought weed from him. He was speaking metaphorically about people LIKE the character Jay that he may or may not have met or bought weed from at some point in his life. Mike's dad for sure did stand in line with the guy at this quick check that used to be on Bay ave in Highlands in like 2002 or some shit. I think iit's like Circle K now.Snoogins

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Fr. Ralph and co-host Zach Zywiec bring you the life and times of Notre Dame's oldest and most storied residence hall, St. Edward's. This week's guests are Daniel Loughlin, Steds freshman, actor, and resident New Jerseyan, Eade Vanderhoof, Steds junior, DJ, and resident Coloradan, with guest appearance by Hall TikTok-er, Colby DeShelter, Steds freshman and Ohioan, all followed by good news and weather with Logan Schober.

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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  

New York City street vendors are calling on the city council to pass legislation that would remove limits on the number of licenses issued by the city. Meanwhile, more than 160,000 New Jerseyans have already cast their ballot in the hotly contested race for governor. And finally, mayoral hopeful Zohran Mamdani wants transit ambassadors to handle mental health calls instead of the NYPD.

The New Jersey governor's race is a little too close for comfort, after New Jersey had one of the largest swings toward Donald Trump of any state in the country, and the Democratic candidate, Mikie Sherrill is on track for a sub-optimal performance on Election Day against a sometimes-MAGA Republican, Jack Ciattarelli. Sarah doesn't let JVL on The Focus Group very often, but made an exception because he's one of The Bulwark's resident New Jerseyans. You don't want to miss this one.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 1: 3:05pm- Hollywood actor, and New Jerseyan, Kelsey Grammer has voiced a brand-new commercial on behalf of Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli. 3:10pm- Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner is facing backlash after his office dropped kidnapping and assault charges against a repeat offender. Keon King is now being charged in the disappearance of Miss USA hopeful Kada Scott, whose remains were discovered last week. Rich notes that this crime was entirely preventable. When will Philadelphians finally have enough of Krasner's soft on crime policies? 3:30pm- Joe Gruters—Chairman of the Republican National Committee (RNC)—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss New Jersey's November 4th gubernatorial election. Chairman Gruters explains that the RNC is prioritizing election integrity throughout the state.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Episode (10/21/2025): 3:05pm- Hollywood actor, and New Jerseyan, Kelsey Grammer has voiced a brand-new commercial on behalf of Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli. 3:10pm- Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner is facing backlash after his office dropped kidnapping and assault charges against a repeat offender. Keon King is now being charged in the disappearance of Miss USA hopeful Kada Scott, whose remains were discovered last week. Rich notes that this crime was entirely preventable. When will Philadelphians finally have enough of Krasner's soft on crime policies? 3:30pm- Joe Gruters—Chairman of the Republican National Committee (RNC)—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss New Jersey's November 4th gubernatorial election. Chairman Gruters explains that the RNC is prioritizing election integrity throughout the state. 4:00pm- Judge Pat Dugan—Republican candidate for District Attorney of Philadelphia—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss DA Larry Krasner's office dropping kidnapping and assault charges against a repeat offender. Keon King is now being charged in the disappearance of Miss USA hopeful Kada Scott, whose remains were discovered last week. Rich notes that this crime was entirely preventable. When will Philadelphians finally have enough of Krasner's soft on crime policies? 4:30pm- Rep. Byron Donalds—United States Congressman representing Florida's 19th Congressional District & Florida Gubernatorial Candidate—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss his upcoming visit to New Jersey to campaign alongside Jack Ciattarelli. Rep. Donalds debunks the myth that Mikie Sherrill is a moderate, noting that she once tried to ban gas powered vehicles! “I served with her. I know how she votes. She is a radical.” 5:00pm- Frank Scales and Ian McGinnis—Founders of Surge Philly—join The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner's soft on crime policies and the catastrophic impact those policies have had on city residents. PLUS, Frank and Ian interviewed several people attending last weekend's “No Kings” protests. Unsurprisingly, many of the attendees had no idea what they were even protesting! 6:05pm- In the coming days, former President Barack Obama, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, and former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg are all expected to campaign in New Jersey on behalf of Mikie Sherrill. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump is vocally supporting Jack Ciattarelli's campaign in interviews and on social media—and Congressman Byron Donalds will be campaigning on his behalf in NJ tomorrow. 6:20pm- Will Curtis Sliwa drop out of the New York City mayoral race as part of an effort to consolidate support behind Andrew Cuomo—potentially upending Zohran Mamdani's campaign? It seems unlikely. Plus, did Rich get a hug from Brett Baier? Nope! 6:30pm- While in Israel, Vice President JD Vance told reporters, “we are one week into President Trump's historic peace plan in the Middle East and things are going, frankly, better than I expected.” He also reemphasized that there will not be American boots on the ground in Gaza. 6:40pm- During a luncheon at the White House Rose Garden, President Donald Trump hilariously referred to Director of the Office of Management and Budget Russ Vought as “Darth Vader.”

Fr. Ralph and co-host Zach Zywiec bring you the life and times of Notre Dame's oldest and most storied residence hall, St. Edward's. This week's guests are Harry Shaia, Steds senior, romance story writer, Steds RA, and resident Virginian, Hunter Bandola, Steds freshman, twin, skier, and resident New Jerseyan, all followed by good news and weather with Zach.

Fr. Ralph and co-host Zach Zywiec bring you the life and times of Notre Dame's oldest and most storied residence hall, St. Edward's. This week's guests are Fritz Schoenhut, former Steds Hall President and resident New Jerseyan, Michael Heffernan, Steds sophomore, indicted Hall Senator, and resident Massachusettan, all followed by good news and weather with Zach.

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. 

Could deep-blue New Jersey flip red in 2025? On this week's episode of "Standpoint with Gabe Groisman", former Bal Harbour Mayor and Jewish community leader Gabe Groisman sits down with Republican nominee Jack Ciattarelli, who's mounting a serious challenge for the governorship of New Jersey in a race that's gaining national attention.In a wide-ranging and high-stakes conversation, Ciattarelli breaks down his bold agenda to slash the highest property taxes in America, restore public safety, champion school choice and confront the rising tide of antisemitism. As a lifelong New Jerseyan, small business owner and former state assemblyman, Ciattarelli argues he's uniquely equipped to fix what's broken in the Garden State without using the governorship as a stepping stone to Washington. Covered in this episode:The real chances of a Republican victory in NJ this NovemberHow school choice policies can empower middle-class familiesWhat the rise of figures like New York's Mamdani means for regional politicsNew Jersey's electricity crisis and the failure of offshore wind betsProperty tax relief plans for seniors, new homeowners, and young familiesFighting antisemitism with legal teeth, including support for the IHRA definitionFrom local governance to national implications, this episode goes deep into the future of New Jersey…and maybe the nation.

The New Jersey Department of Health issued an executive order effectively allowing New Jerseyans six months or older to get a COVID shot. Plus, two million New Yorkers insured through Healthfirst could lose coverage this fall for a major hospital network. And finally, while hundreds spend hours in line for tickets to Shakespeare in the Park, they're entertained by Garald Farnham playing the lute.

House Democrats get ahold of the infamous birthday letter Trump sent to Jeffrey Epstein and release it to the public. Turns out it's more disturbing than we imagined. Jon, Lovett, and Tommy react to the doodle and talk through the week's latest, including the administration renaming the Department of Defense the Department of War, a massive ICE raid on a Hyundai plant in Georgia, and the emerging debate over whether Democrats should shut the government down when funding expires at the end of the month. Then, Rep. Mikie Sherrill, the Democratic candidate for governor in New Jersey, stops by the studio to talk to Tommy about reversing the inroads Trump made in the state in 2024—and why New Jerseyans are weird about pumping their own gas. Get tickets to CROOKED CON November 6-7 in Washington, D.C at http://crookedcon.com

Watch The X22 Report On Video No videos found (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:17532056201798502,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-9437-3289"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="https://cdn2.decide.dev/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs");pt> Click On Picture To See Larger Picture The D Governors are destroying their states by pushing the green new scam, utility costs are rising and the people are noticing. This Labor Day fuel prices are now lower than 2020. The battle has begun and Trump made the first move in firing Lisa Cook, this will determine who will have the control over the creation of currency. The [DS] have been planning a major [FF] before the midterms, they cannot allow Trump win. Trump knows the playbook and is dismantling many of the pieces to the [FF] to limit what the [DS] has planned. Trump is building the narrative that he will be going into Chicago next. Trump messaged the people that everything is being put into place to win the midterms. Stage has now been set.   Economy Governor Murphy's Green New Deal Exacerbates NJ Energy Crisis New Jerseyans are feeling the pain of higher electricity bills. They should blame Governor Phil Murphy and the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) for inviting this energy crisis. The BPU was slated to approve a 20% rate hike in June, but delayed the rate hike until September 30. On August 14, the BPU announced a $100 Residential Universal Bill Credit to help lower bills in September and October. This is a way to use taxes to disguise the cost of utility bills, but New Jerseyans are still shouldering these costs. When announcing this relief measure, Governor Murphy didn't accept responsibility for higher prices. Instead, he blamed PJM Interconnection, a grid operator servicing New Jersey and 12 other states, for creating a “cost crisis.” Earlier this summer, he urged residents to set their air conditioners to 76-78 degrees Fahrenheit and delay appliance usage until 8 p.m. But Garden Staters aren't buying what Murphy is selling. Since Governor Murphy entered office in 2017, six power plants—including five coal plants and Oyster Creek nuclear reactor—were shut down. This represents a loss of 2,500 megawatts (MW) of net capacity. As a result, the state consumes more energy than it produces. It imported 20% of its electricity from out-of-state power generators—namely, Pennsylvania. Imported electricity is more expensive due to higher fuel and transmission costs. One analysis found NJ's green “transition” “has outpaced its replacement infrastructure, raising concerns about grid stability, cost volatility, and energy independence.” Yet, there is no transition occurring. Natural gas and nuclear have cumulatively supplied over 90% of the state's net electricity generation since 2011. Renewables, including solar, barely supply 8%. But don't take my word for it. States with clean energy mandates—including renewable standard portfolios (RPS) that mandate electric utilities set renewable energy targets—generally have higher electricity costs compared to states without them. As of this writing, New Jersey electricity rates are the 12th most expensive in the nation, averaging 20.49¢ per kilowatt-hour (kWh). That's 17.3% higher than the national average (17.47¢ per kWh). For context, the average American household uses about 10,800 kWh annually. Source: thegatewaypundit.com (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:18510697282300316,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-8599-9832"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="https://cdn2.decide.dev/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs"); https://twitter.com/WhiteHouse/status/1961107774386934217 2024 $3.29

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, Rep. Jeff Van Drew joins the show as his district grapples with federal funding cuts for programs meant to protect the Jersey Shore. Plus, President Donald Trump calls for banning mail-in voting across the nation. Also, Rutgers researchers unveil a brand new kind of Jersey tomato. And, new polling finds New Jerseyans largely oppose Trump's "Make America Great Again" movement.

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, a high-profile murder raises questions about how domestic abuse claims against police officers are handled by their colleagues. Plus, a nonprofit works to relieve medical debt for New Jerseyans in needs. Also, gambling revenue soars for Atlantic City casinos. And, President Donald Trump threatens to open new investigations into the "Bridgegate" scandal after former Governor Chris Christie criticizes the administration.

We're in the home stretch of 2025's Lazarus this week, as we talk about the penultimate pair of episodes (10 and 12). Myles is back btw. We also talk about what makes someone a New Jerseyan, peeing in bottles, and being a picky eater. |

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, the New Jersey State Police unions take on Attorney General Matt Platkin, with a lawsuit over an ongoing investigation into racial profiling Plus, a new Rutgers-Eagleton poll finds most New Jerseyans are unhappy with how the state government is handling affordability and cost of living. Also, health care costs for state employees are set to skyrocket in the next year. And, Governor Phil Murphy touts the return of the iconic Cosmos as a new minor league soccer team takes the famed brand into a new chapter in Paterson.

1 - Attorney Linda Kerns joins us to set the ground rules on the debate at Mulligan's! We'll get to that later, but for now let's talk about Dom's misspelled name and a present for Dan! What percentage of the population is unaffiliated with the major two parties in New Jersey? Why don't New Jerseyans turn out on election day? What do the Republicans have to do in order to stop Mikie Sherrill? Now, what are going to be the topics of the debate next week? Is Dan going to step into the ring? 120 - Why won't Tim Walz answer questions on Capitol Hill? Will riots happen in the city this weekend? 135 - Returning to immigration. Peter Doocy had some questions on the targeting of farmers and other laborers by ICE. Why isn't Trump going after hotel workers? 140 - Your calls. 150 - We listen to Larry Krasner's inflammatory press conference regarding impending protests in the city.

12 - Mikie Making Millions is our lead story today as she made an appearance on The Breakfast Club with Charlemagne Tha God. 1205 - With LA-like protests expected to hit certain cities across the country, what is Ron DeSantis' message to potential rioters? Is it the correct stance? 1210 - Did Philly Mag go too far with their coverage on the riots? 1215 - Side - all time jerk 1220 - We go down the shore for some hale coverage as well as Dave Kosky's tory of a local hero. Your calls. 1230 - Lawyer and Author Gordon G. Chang joins us today. How have the discussions between the U.S. and China transpired? What should be done to the Chinese nationalists who were caught smuggling a pathogen into the country? Are there any discussions regarding Taiwan? What else about our China relations does Gordon feel we should know? 1250 - Does JB Pritzker use the women's bathroom? What are we supposed to do if protestors block off traffic here? We listen to audio of a showdown between Elise Stefanik and Kathy Hochul on Capitol Hill. 1 - Attorney Linda Kerns joins us to set the ground rules on the debate at Mulligan's! We'll get to that later, but for now let's talk about Dom's misspelled name and a present for Dan! What percentage of the population is unaffiliated with the major two parties in New Jersey? Why don't New Jerseyans turn out on election day? What do the Republicans have to do in order to stop Mikie Sherrill? Now, what are going to be the topics of the debate next week? Is Dan going to step into the ring? 120 - Why won't Tim Walz answer questions on Capitol Hill? Will riots happen in the city this weekend? 135 - Returning to immigration. Peter Doocy had some questions on the targeting of farmers and other laborers by ICE. Why isn't Trump going after hotel workers? 140 - Your calls. 150 - We listen to Larry Krasner's inflammatory press conference rgarding impending protests in the city. 2 - We continue with more Krasner comments and the unbelievably tone deaf and down right idiotic rhetoric he is vomiting while at the podium today. Dom gives his very candid and impassioned response. 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 235 - Your calls on a wide variety of topics. 250 - The Lightning Round!

1 - What are the three R's of Philly schools? 105 - Congressman Jeff Van Drew joins us today. What has changed about New Jersey politics since the last election, and even since Jeff's first election vs. a Kennedy? What is the main sticking point that has been turning New Jersey red? What are New Jerseyans sick and tired off when it comes to national issues? What is Jeff's take on Elon mMusk's recent behavior and comments? What's the next move for Jeff's congressional committee? What does he want to see done about protests and their funding? 115 - Your calls. 120 - Returning to the story of the “Three R's” of education. What are they and how reflective are they of the school system? 140 - Your calls. 150 - How did Lower Merion fight back against pro-Palestinian protests at their graduation ceremony?

1215 - Side - something you don't want to do but have to 1220 - Why is the Jack Ciattarelli win in the governor's race so important? Your calls. 1230 - Senator Dave McCormick joins the program today. What kind of energy is he looking to bring back to the Commonwealth and where is he targeting with his rallies? What are the negotiations with China going and what are the most contentious points? What can Dave tell us about the tax cuts in the Big Beautiful Bill? Why is there overreaction to the cuts to Medicaid? What made Dave choose his path in the Army? How many jumps has Dave made in his life? What is new on the crypto front? 1240 - Scott Presler has a nice piece up regarding Mikie Sherrill. She voted with Biden how much of the time? 1250 - Why are these LA-style riots going to be coming to Philadelphia? 1 - What are the three R's of Philly schools? 105 - Congressman Jeff Van Drew joins us today. What has changed about New Jersey politics since the last election, and even since Jeff's first election vs. a Kennedy? What is the main sticking point that has been turning New Jersey red? What are New Jerseyans sick and tired off when it comes to national issues? What is Jeff's take on Elon mMusk's recent behavior and comments? What's the next move for Jeff's congressional committee? What does he want to see done about protests and their funding? 115 - Your calls. 120 - Returning to the story of the “Three R's” of education. What are they and how reflective are they of the school system? 140 - Your calls. 150 - How did Lower Merion fight back against pro-Palestinian protests at their graduation ceremony? 2 - Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia joins us today. What can be done to get the New Jersey school curriculum back on track. What does she think of Bill Spadia and will he endorse the Republican candidate in the general? What is the upside of a Mikie Sherrill governorship? Is the Jersey media adequately reporting on all the money Sherrill has made since she has been in Congress? 210 - Dom's thoughts on Mikie Sherrill. 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 235 - PA State Senator Greg Rothman joins the program. How has voter registration and turnout changed the complexion of Pennsylvania. Why are young voters more attracted to Trump? Some phone troubles plague the conversation. What will happen with the PA Supreme Court if Democrats are elected to a 10 year term? How can we keep people engaged in voting? Where do people go to help the RNC? 250 - The Lightning Round!

A 150-year-old blood feud over processed meat... When the New Jersey State Legislature tried to designate an Official State Sandwich, a fight broke out. Should it be pork roll, egg, and cheese — or Taylor ham, egg, and cheese? Thing is, pork roll and Taylor ham are the same food. New Jerseyans just can't agree on what to call it. And this debate has its roots in a 150-year-old blood feud. We talk with a bunch of locals, a pork roll historian, and comedian Chris Gethard to find out: What is this food? Why does it matter so much to the people of New Jersey? And why can't they stop fighting about it?This episode originally aired on May 3, 2020, and was produced by Dan Pashman, Anne Saini, and Shoshana Gold, editing from Dan Charles, engineering from Chase Culpon, Bill O'Neill, and Irene Trudel, additional reporting for this episode by Kyrie Greenberg. The Sporkful team now includes Dan Pashman, Emma Morgenstern, Andres O'Hara, Kameel Stanley, and Jared O'Connell. This update was produced by Gianna Palmer. Publishing by Shantel Holder.Every Friday, we reach into our deep freezer and reheat an episode to serve up to you. We're calling these our Reheats. If you have a show you want reheated, send us an email or voice memo at hello@sporkful.com, and include your name, your location, which episode, and why.Transcript available at www.sporkful.com.Right now, Sporkful listeners can get three months free of the SiriusXM app by going to siriusxm.com/sporkful. Get all your favorite podcasts, more than 200 ad-free music channels curated by genre and era, and live sports coverage with the SiriusXM app.

In this episode of Set Lusting Bruce, host Jesse Jackson welcomes back Anthony Pami, a native New Jerseyan and lifelong Bruce Springsteen fan. Anthony shares his journey from being a finance professional to becoming a pastor. They dive deep into Bruce Springsteen's music, its spiritual undertones, and its impact on fans. Anthony also discusses the economic landscape in his role as a recruiter and how his experiences have enriched his spiritual journey. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of community, faith, and the power of music. 00:00 Introduction and Patreon Shoutouts 01:44 Welcoming the Guest: Anthony's Background 02:15 Anthony's Career Journey and Spirituality 03:34 The Job Market and Economic Insights 06:24 Balancing Career and Ministry 09:17 Finding Community in Church and Music 25:18 Bruce Springsteen's Spiritual Influence 27:45 Exploring Bruce Springsteen's Spirituality 28:40 Bruce Springsteen and Non-Believers 29:36 The Nuances of Faith and Religion 31:27 Challenges of Modern Christianity 32:14 Resurrection and Its Implications 33:43 Evolving Understanding of God 35:04 Grace and Its Significance 38:36 Frank Turner and Community in Music 39:52 Reflections on Life, Death, and Music 43:34 Personal Stories of Faith and Loss 48:06 Final Thoughts and Benediction 50:52 Outro and Contact Information Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Columbia University faculty and students are reflecting on another turbulent year on campus as commencement wraps. Meanwhile, New Jersey Representative LaMonica McIver appeared in court Wednesday on charges she assaulted federal officers.. Plus a new poll finds most residents say housing in the state is too expensive. Plus, a new Rutgers University poll shows that more than half of New Jerseyans think housing is too expensive in the Garden State.

In this episode of Set Lusting Bruce, host Jesse Jackson welcomes back Anthony Pami @AnthonyPami77 a native New Jerseyan and lifelong Bruce Springsteen fan. Anthony shares his journey from being a finance professional to becoming a pastor. They dive deep into Bruce Springsteen's music, its spiritual undertones, and its impact on fans. Anthony also discusses the economic landscape in his role as a recruiter and how his experiences have enriched his spiritual journey. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of community, faith, and the power of music. 00:00 Introduction and Patreon Shoutouts 01:44 Welcoming the Guest: Anthony's Background 02:15 Anthony's Career Journey and Spirituality 03:34 The Job Market and Economic Insights 06:24 Balancing Career and Ministry 09:17 Finding Community in Church and Music 25:18 Bruce Springsteen's Spiritual Influence 27:45 Exploring Bruce Springsteen's Spirituality 28:40 Bruce Springsteen and Non-Believers 29:36 The Nuances of Faith and Religion 31:27 Challenges of Modern Christianity 32:14 Resurrection and Its Implications 33:43 Evolving Understanding of God 35:04 Grace and Its Significance 38:36 Frank Turner and Community in Music 39:52 Reflections on Life, Death, and Music 43:34 Personal Stories of Faith and Loss 48:06 Final Thoughts and Benediction 50:52 Outro and Contact Information Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News … UNDER STAFFED …new reports that Newark Airport had just  3 air traffic controllers on duty last night … as federal officials look to cut service to the major airline hub; Plus, The President puts his thumb on the scale in New Jersey's Governor's race endorsing Jack Ciattarelli as the democrats look to distance themselves from the pack; Also, after holding out for nearly 600 day… a North Jersey community rejoices following the release of Edan Alexander; And, a NEW stand-alone cancer hospital ushers in a NEW level of care for New Jerseyans.

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.

Watch The X22 Report On Video No videos found Click On Picture To See Larger Picture The congestion tax is backfiring on Hochul, Trump removed the tax and she wants it back, Dem Gov thanks Trump for removing the tax. Fed in their notes said Trump tariffs are going to be problem and rates aren't coming down. Trump ready to give back to the people in the amount of $5000. Lutnick confirms, abolish the IRS, which will lead to the abolishment of the Fed. The [DS] is in a state of panic, their entire system is being revealed to the public, its just a matter of time until the people see the real criminals. Operation Whirlwind has begun. Red Cross on deck. Kash is now confirmed as the FBI director, he is ready to drop the hammer, setting the stage.   (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:13499335648425062,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-7164-1323"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="//cdn2.customads.co/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs"); Economy https://twitter.com/BehizyTweets/status/1892363382097138105   efforts to halt the current congestion pricing program in Manhattan's Central Business District." "... the current program lines the MTA's pockets at the expense of New Jerseyans." New Jersey and New York should start voting red. Trump shot himself in the foot with tariff plan if he wants an interest rate cut, Fed minutes show  President Trump's own tariff plan may have stacked the odds against his much-requested cut to the interest rate. According to Fed notes from a meeting ahead of Trump's tariffs being announced, the threat of such policies was already causing the FOMC to pause. By enacting such policies in the weeks since, the White House may have sealed its own fate. Source: fortune.com Trump Announces He Is Considering Giving 20% of DOGE Savings to Taxpaying Americans – And Slash National Debt Trump revealed on Tuesday that he's seriously considering a proposal to give 20% to every American taxpayer, funded entirely by the massive savings the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has accumulated. And another 20% of DOGE's savings could go straight to paying down the federal government's bloated debt. Fishback explained the idea as follows: Here's how President Trump's DOGE Dividend works: DOGE is targeting $2 trillion in total savings. Take 20% of DOGE's total savings ($400 billion) and return it to the ~79 million U.S. households that will be net payers of federal income tax4 in CY 2025 as a tax-refund check called the “DOGE Dividend.” $400 billion in DOGE-driven savings *divided by* 79 million tax-paying households = $5,000 “DOGE Dividend” check per tax-paying household.    Trump: By doing this, Americans will tell us where there's waste. They'll be reporting it themselves. They participate in the process of saving money. So many of the men and women in this room, as an example, pay tremendous amounts of taxes.   Source: thegatewaypundit.com   https://twitter.com/KobeissiLetter/status/1892227254727385375  to skyrocket globally. For the first time in history, global central banks have bought 1,000+ tonnes of gold for 3 consecutive years. Gold is shining. https://twitter.com/DanODonnellShow/status/1892323088924082232 The annual audits referenced by Bessent appear to be seal checks rather than comprehensive physical inventories or assays of the gold. This process stems from a system established after the extensive audits of U.S.-owned gold between 1974 and 1986, when approximately 97% of the gold at Fort Knox and other U.S. Mint facilities was physically verified, weighed, and assayed, then placed under Official Joint Seals (OJS). Here's how it works: Verification of Joint Seals: Each vault compartment containing Deep Storage ...

"THE JERSEY SOUND" (It Ain't Just Springsteen) Season's change, and here in the Garden State, we experience that to a great extent with colorful sunsets that drop down behind tall trees whose falling leaves are just as colorful. What hasn't changed, though, season after season or year after year, is the colorful music scene that has shaped both the state, and the industry, for decades. Something global warming can't take away from us is this: The Jersey Sound. Even as we fluctuate from spring-like temperatures to frost-covered mornings to the point of whiplash, we can find the beauty in this state with ease. It's everywhere, filling the five major senses no matter where you go. You can see swirling sunsets of orange and pink, feel leaves crunching underfoot, taste a rouge snowflake on a chilly day like today, smell the industrial cities (for better or for worse), and hear The Jersey Sound. This state may just be the most sense-heavy place in the nation, and we are not going to complain. (Although, NJ is known for that – some complaints, some choice words, some high octane moments, some energy, and some attitude. The attitude of New Jerseyan artists and New Jerseyans in general is a through-line in the film at hand.) The Jersey Sound: The Musicians Who Call New Jersey Home, the aptly named documentary that came out this year and premiered this past June in the cultural hub of Asbury Park, explores such. “This was a tough four years, but it was a labor of love, and to see the reaction that I, myself, and my team received on that day in Asbury Park was very gratifying,” the producer told us in a conversation a couple months of ago. “And since then, there have been some good articles written. I've gotten some nice responses from people. I'm very pleased to say the least.”

THE JERSEY SOUND (It Ain't Just Springsteen) Season's change, and here in the Garden State, we experience that to a great extent with colorful sunsets that drop down behind tall trees whose falling leaves are just as colorful. What hasn't changed, though, season after season or year after year, is the colorful music scene that has shaped both the state, and the industry, for decades. Something global warming can't take away from us is this: The Jersey Sound. Even as we fluctuate from spring-like temperatures to frost-covered mornings to the point of whiplash, we can find the beauty in this state with ease. It's everywhere, filling the five major senses no matter where you go. You can see swirling sunsets of orange and pink, feel leaves crunching underfoot, taste a rouge snowflake on a chilly day like today, smell the industrial cities (for better or for worse), and hear The Jersey Sound. This state may just be the most sense-heavy place in the nation, and we are not going to complain. (Although, NJ is known for that – some complaints, some choice words, some high octane moments, some energy, and some attitude. The attitude of New Jerseyan artists and New Jerseyans in general is a through-line in the film at hand.) The Jersey Sound: The Musicians Who Call New Jersey Home, the aptly named documentary that came out this year and premiered this past June in the cultural hub of Asbury Park, explores such. “This was a tough four years, but it was a labor of love, and to see the reaction that I, myself, and my team received on that day in Asbury Park was very gratifying,” the producer told us in a conversation a couple months of ago. “And since then, there have been some good articles written. I've gotten some nice responses from people. I'm very pleased to say the least.”

THE JERSEY SOUND (It Ain't Just Springsteen) Original member of the iconic Rock n Roll Hall of Fame group, and native New Jersey singer Johnny Petillo joins us to discuss the impact of the "Jersey Sound" on popular and contemporary music.  Season's change, and here in the Garden State, we experience that to a great extent with colorful sunsets that drop down behind tall trees whose falling leaves are just as colorful. What hasn't changed, though, season after season or year after year, is the colorful music scene that has shaped both the state, and the industry, for decades. Something global warming can't take away from us is this: The Jersey Sound. Even as we fluctuate from spring-like temperatures to frost-covered mornings to the point of whiplash, we can find the beauty in this state with ease. It's everywhere, filling the five major senses no matter where you go. You can see swirling sunsets of orange and pink, feel leaves crunching underfoot, taste a rouge snowflake on a chilly day like today, smell the industrial cities (for better or for worse), and hear The Jersey Sound. This state may just be the most sense-heavy place in the nation, and we are not going to complain. (Although, NJ is known for that – some complaints, some choice words, some high octane moments, some energy, and some attitude. The attitude of New Jerseyan artists and New Jerseyans in general is a through-line in the film at hand.) The Jersey Sound: The Musicians Who Call New Jersey Home, the aptly named documentary that came out this year and premiered this past June in the cultural hub of Asbury Park, explores such. “This was a tough four years, but it was a labor of love, and to see the reaction that I, myself, and my team received on that day in Asbury Park was very gratifying,” the producer told us in a conversation a couple months of ago. “And since then, there have been some good articles written. I've gotten some nice responses from people. I'm very pleased to say the least.”

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News: The US helps negotiate a 60-day ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon; Former US Senator Bob Menendez wants his corruption conviction tossed out and the right to a new trial after prosecutors admitted to giving jurors evidence that was supposed to be redacted; AAA expects a record number of New Jerseyans traveling during the busy thanksgiving travel period; NJ Spotlight News mental health writer Bobby Brier breaks down a new poll showing Americans are feeling more stressed around the holidays compared to last year; Senior Political Correspondent David Cruz sizes up the GOP race for governor and how the moderate wing and the pro-Trump, far right wing of the party will clash during the primary; Atlantic City launches the Hope Work Initiative by giving 10 homeless individuals a paid job with the city.

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News: Attorney General Matt Platkin sues two NJ gun stores for allegedly selling ammunition without checking IDs or permits; Firefighters slowly begin to get a handle on the Jennings Creek Wildfire burning on the New Jersey-New York border; State officials elevate a drought watch to a drought warning and ask residents to conserve water; President-elect Donald Trump meets with President Joe Biden at the White House to discuss the transition of power; A new poll finds most New Jerseyans are unaware of school segregation in the state as a court case surrounding segregation could reshape the state's education system; Business owners hoping to open up cannabis consumption lounges say they've been left in limbo for months, waiting for the Cannabis Regulatory Commission to open up applications.

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News: Firefighters provide new details on a growing wildfire burning in both New Jersey and New York; A new poll finds most New Jerseyans aren't familiar with the candidates who have entered the race for governor in 2025; New Jersey Attorney General Matt Platkin talks to Briana Vannozzi about his vow to thwart President-elect Trump's controversial policies through lawsuits or state legislation; Immigrant advocates prepare for a new reality as President Trump and his incoming cabinet threaten mass deportations; The NJ DEP holds a hearing to decide whether to declare a statewide drought warning; Federal funding for a Rutgers lead screening program helps doctors detect elevated lead levels in both mom and baby before birth.

  Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News…With 5 days to go before the election more than a million New Jerseyans have already cast a ballot and there's still plenty of time to vote and in- person early voting runs through Sunday; Plus, HURRICANE IDA RELIEF…Governor Murphy signs a long-awaited bill that'll give survivors much needed mortgage assistance; Also, TEEN VOTERS…Jersey City officials push a new ordinance to allow 16 year olds to vote in all city wide races; And, the END OF A PRINTING ERA… New Jersey's largest daily newspaper, The Star-Ledger, will shut down its printed publication.

Nick Corasaniti is a domestic correspondent covering national politics for the New York Times. He has covered four presidential cycles, along with countless congressional, gubernatorial and mayoral races in more than 15 years at the Times. He was once the Times's Jersey correspondent, tracking the politics, policy, people, trains, beaches, and eccentricities that give the Garden State its charm. He is a born and raised—and exceptionally proud—New Jerseyan, who splits his time between Asbury Park and Brooklyn. Enjoy! Like the show? Follow us at these fine establishments: Patreon || https://www.patreon.com/thehighgain Instagram || @thehighgain Web || https://www.thehighgain.com

Dennis and Judi talk embarrassing moments in public, weird phobias and doing psychedelic drugs.

In a rare interview, Tesla Chair Robyn Denholm discusses the upcoming shareholder vote on Elon Musk's pay package. She discusses Musk's leadership and Tesla's growth trajectory. New York Governor Kathy Hochul has paused the NYC congestion pricing plan indefinitely; NJ Representative Josh Gottheimer explains why he and many other New Jerseyans are celebrating. Plus, Nvidia has hit the $3T mark, and Boeing's outgoing CEO Dave Calhoun will testify before the Senate on his way out of the C-suite.  Josh Gottheimer - 12:13Robyn Denholm - 24:37 In this episode:Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawkBecky Quick,@BeckyQuickAndrew Ross Sorkin,@andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer,@Kramer_Katie

Two members of Congress, one from each side of the aisle and each branch of Congress, are currently under criminal indictment, yet are steadfastly clinging to their roles as lawmakers. In this episode, we've got the dirt straight from the criminal indictments of Rep. George Santos of New York and Sen. Bob Menendez of New Jersey. Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links Contribute monthly or a lump sum via Support Congressional Dish via (donations per episode) Send Zelle payments to: Donation@congressionaldish.com Send Venmo payments to: @Jennifer-Briney Send Cash App payments to: $CongressionalDish or Donation@congressionaldish.com Use your bank's online bill pay function to mail contributions to: Please make checks payable to Congressional Dish Thank you for supporting truly independent media! Background Sources Recommended Congressional Dish Episodes Sen. Bob Menendez The Indictment Egypt Aysha Bagchi and Josh Meyer. November 13, 2023. USA Today. Mark Mazzetti and Vivian Yee. October 14, 2023. The New York Times. Larry Neumeister. October 12, 2023. AP. Nicole Hong et al. October 1, 2023. The New York Times. Jeremy M. Sharp. May 2, 2023. Congressional Research Service. Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam October 24, 2020. BBC News. September 2, 2020. The New York Times. Marriage Nina Burleigh. October 31, 2023. Intelligencer. Previous Indictment Nick Corasaniti and Nate Schweber. November 16, 2017. The New York Times. April 1, 2015. U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Public Affairs. Initial Appointment to Senate Marek Fuchs. December 9, 2005. The New York Times. Rep. George Santos The Indictment House Ethics Committee Investigation November 16, 2023. House Ethics Committee. November 9, 2023. House Ethics Committee, Investigative Subcommittee. Brazil Fraud Case Andrew DePietro. October 21, 2022. Forbes. Expulsion Attempts Kevin Freking. November 17, 2023. PBS NewsHour. Kevin Freking and Stephen Groves. November 2, 2023. AP. Wealthiest Districts Andrew DePietro. October 21, 2022. Forbes. IRS Doesn't Fight Dark Money Maya Miller. April 18, 2019. ProPublica. Bills Audio Sources October 28, 2023 Chat Box with David Cruz Clips 3:25 Sen. Bob Menendez (D-NJ): You know, I have drawn from my personal credit union savings account, for the better part of 30 years, $400 every week in cash. And while that may seem old fashioned, some people may think of it as crazy, the reality is that the government has those records. They have the accounts that show that and they chose not to use it. So, you know, this is why I look forward to being in a position to actually speak to these issues, so that New Jerseyans will have a different set of facts than the ones they have right now. 5:20 Sen. Bob Menendez (D-NJ): I was not barred from going into an intelligence briefing. I still have all of my intelligence credentials. 7:20 Sen. Bob Menendez (D-NJ): I have not missed a beat. I've been here for votes and for hearings, and for pursuing the issues that are important to the people in New Jersey. 11:35 Sen. Bob Menendez (D-NJ): I still serve on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, which gives me a perch on all of these global issues, and I am pursuing them in the same way as I did before. The difference is that I am not leading the [Senate Foreign Relations] Committee, but I am very much active in the Committee pursuing the things that I care about for New Jersey. 15:25 David Cruz: So the considerations that Egypt received, including getting a green light from your committee, the quid pro quo as it were, was Egypt behaving better in exchange for arms sales and other considerations? Sen. Bob Menendez (D-NJ): Each consideration depended upon the nature of the sale, whether it was for example, defensive equipment, whether it was equipment for the Sinai, where they are playing a vital role for security with Israel, which everybody -- Democrats and Republicans -- have called for. So these followed the traditional uses of both foreign aid and arms sales in a way to ensure that the US national security interests was pursued and that's simply the case. 16:15 David Cruz: And in the case of one of your co-defendants receiving a contract to certify halal — Sen. Bob Menendez (D-NJ): I can't answer for my co-defendant, you'll have to ask him. David Cruz: Well, the question is, was it your relations with Egyptian officials that helped ease the way for him to get that contract? Sen. Bob Menendez (D-NJ): David, there's a lot of suggestions. As a matter of fact, as I read the indictment, there's a lot of inferences, but not a lot of facts at the end of the day. Those inferences try to play and create a storyline. That is the most negative pejorative storyline you can create. But when those get challenged by the facts, as we will, in the legal proceedings that both motions and trials will allow us to do, then we will see a totally different story. May 27, 2021 Senate Foreign Relations Committee Witnesses: Robert F. Godec, Acting Assistant Secretary of State, Bureau of African Affairs Sarah Charles, Assistant to the Administrator, Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance, United States Agency for International Development Clips Sen. Bob Menenedez (D-NJ): Then, finally, I will make a comment. It is not a question. I have spoken to the Egyptians on more than one occasion on this issue at their behest. I have a real sense that if the GERD issue is not dealt with in a way that assures them of their concerns about the Nile flowing into what would be the heart of their water supply in Egypt that they will do what is necessary. I do not like red lines, but they have suggested that they have red lines and I take them at their word that they have red lines. Not that they are desirous of doing that. They also have a very strong expression that they hope to have a resolution peacefully, but that they have their own red lines. I hope that we are engaging in that very robustly because the last thing we need, in addition to everything that is going on in Ethiopia, in addition to the possibility of a famine, to the sexual violence that is taking place, is to then have a military conflict over the GERD. So I just seriously hope we are fully engaged and understand where the parties are and how serious some of them are of purpose. Executive Producer Recommended Sources Music by Editing Production Assistance

Josh Gottheimer, U.S. Representative (D, NJ-5), co-chair of the Problem Solvers Caucus, argues how New York's congestion pricing will take a toll on his Bergen County constituents. Then, Tom Wright, president and chief executive officer of the Regional Plan Association, explains a measure he's proposing in which New Jerseyans might stand to benefit.