Gov.-elect Sherrill criticizes Trump’s focus on Greenland, says New Jerseyans are concerned about cost of living
ABC News • • nation
Key Points:
- New Jersey Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill criticized President Trump for focusing on acquiring Greenland while Americans face rising living costs, emphasizing that affordability is a top concern for her constituents.
- Sherrill pledged to lower costs as governor, blaming Trump's tariffs for increasing expenses and shutting down economic opportunities for many Americans.
- She condemned federal immigration enforcement actions in Minneapolis, describing ICE agents as "out of control proto-military" and accused Trump of trying to incite unrest to justify deploying troops under the Insurrection Act.
- Sherrill, a Navy veteran, warned that invoking the Insurrection Act to send active-duty troops into cities would be dangerous and alarming for all Americans.
- While supporting New Jersey's Immigrant Trust Directive
