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.