Sherrill gives Caldwell until tomorrow to resign after report substantiates sexual harassment, ethics violations

Key Points:

• New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill has demanded the resignation of Lieutenant Governor Dale Caldwell by tomorrow following a 61-page internal report confirming ethics violations and sexual harassment allegations against him.
• The investigation found Caldwell made inappropriate sexual remarks, including a comment about “young sperm,” sexually harassed a female staffer, and violated state ethics rules by bringing unpaid guests to ticketed events and improperly advocating for a romantic partner’s promotion.
• Despite multiple warnings and ethics trainings dating back to March, Caldwell continued misconduct, including unauthorized guest admissions to events even after being formally notified of the investigation.
• Caldwell has denied wrongdoing, calling accusations false and misleading, and has retained legal counsel, while Governor Sherrill emphasized the administration’s commitment to ethical standards and accountability.
• The report highlights a broader pattern of concerning behavior toward women and ethical lapses that undermined trust within the administration, prompting Sherrill to stress the importance of a respectful workplace culture.