NJ Gov. Mikie Sherrill speaks out on investigation into lieutenant governor

Key Points:

• New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill urged anyone with additional allegations of inappropriate behavior by Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell to come forward, emphasizing a commitment to thoroughly investigate any credible reports and take swift action if warranted.
• Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell is reportedly under investigation for alleged inappropriate behavior with women, with former New Jersey Attorney General Christopher Perrino leading the inquiry; however, Sherrill's office has not independently confirmed the investigation or placed Caldwell on administrative leave.
• State Republicans have called for transparency, demanding answers about the investigation's status, why Caldwell has not been placed on leave, and for public disclosure of findings, while some Democrats praised Sherrill's response and proposed legislation to improve complaint investigation standards.
• Caldwell also serves as New Jersey's secretary of state, overseeing the Division of Elections, and separate from this investigation, the state is probing noncitizen voting that occurred before Sherrill's administration, with thousands of noncitizens previously registered to vote.