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NJ Now: How Gov. Phil Murphy will handle second Trump administration
Top New Jersey stories of the week including how Governor Murphy will work with incoming President Donald Trump, former Senator Bob Menendez and his efforts to seek another trial in his corruption case, the raising of the gas tax set to begin January 1st and how affordability will be an issue in the upcoming Governor’s race. The panel, including Republican Strategist Jeanette Hoffman, Democratic Strategist Brendan Gill, Dan Cassino – Executive Director of the Fairleigh Dickinson University Poll, and Brent Johnson – State House Reporter for NJ Advance Media for NJ.com discuss. Also, with the holiday season comes spending! It serves as a major driver of the state’s economy. While many may be inclined to just shop on-line, it’s important to also shop local and support our smaller mom and pops in our communities. Christina Fuentes, Vice President of Community and Business Development for the New Jersey Economic Development Authority talks about the positive impact on the state’s economy. And, nearly 1 in 10 people living in New Jersey face poverty, and 13% of those are children. It’s why the Salvation Army is there to support and help the most vulnerable. Major Carl Avery of the Salvation Army Montclair Citadel talks about their efforts.
NEW JERSEY - New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy delivered his final 2025 State of the State Address from Trenton on Tuesday afternoon.
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy (Edwin J. Torres/Governor's Office)
What did Murphy address?
"Over the past seven years, we have built a state that is stronger, fairer, and more prepared to face the future," Gov. Murphy said "But our job is far from over. As we begin our final year of partnership, we remain more committed than ever to delivering economic security and opportunity to every New Jerseyan. And over the next 12 months, we are going to run through the tape in making New Jersey the best state—anywhere in America—to live, work, and raise a family."
Murphy's second term ends in January 2026. He's barred by term limits from seeking a third term in next year's gubernatorial contest.