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Pemberton Township Mayor Matthew Bianchini restrained at a meeting
Fox News • • nation
Key Points:
- Pemberton Township Mayor Matthew Bianchini, a Republican, charged toward a resident, Michael Sawka, during a chaotic council meeting and had to be physically restrained while shouting threats.
- Bianchini admitted to losing his temper and acknowledged his conduct was inappropriate but defended his actions, citing rude comments allegedly made toward his wife and daughter by Sawka and another resident.
- Sawka denied making any comments toward the mayor's family and filed a municipal court complaint seeking assault and terroristic threats charges against Bianchini.
- The Pemberton Township Democratic Club criticized Bianchini's behavior, calling for leaders who remain composed and professional, and encouraged voter participation in the upcoming election where Bianchini seeks re-election.
- Police have not yet indicated whether they will pursue charges, and officials from both the mayor's office and local police have not provided further comments.
