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Caldwell hunkers down as N.J. awaits investigation
New Jersey Globe • • nation
Key Points:
- New Jersey Lt. Governor Dale Caldwell has hired attorney Thomas Calcagni and is preparing to defend himself against undisclosed allegations amid an ongoing internal investigation.
- The investigation, commissioned by Governor Mikie Sherrill, is being conducted by former Attorney General Christopher Porrino and attorneys from Lowenstein Sandler, who have been interviewing witnesses for months.
- Caldwell was initially unrepresented during ethics inquiries but has since retained legal counsel, while also denying any wrongdoing publicly.
- Caldwell's public appearances have been limited since the investigation became known, including the postponement of an honorary degree from Thomas Edison State University.
- Governor Sherrill has restricted her travel and media engagements to avoid leaving Caldwell as acting governor during the unresolved investigation.
