Sherrill Launches Probe into New Jersey Lt. Gov.
PUBLISHED Sep 12, 2026, 5:26 AM ET
New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill has retained an outside law firm to conduct an independent investigation into allegations surrounding Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of State Dale Caldwell. The probe examines claims of inappropriate workplace behavior involving women and potential ethics violations. The internal inquiry, which has been underway for several months without prior public disclosure, represents a major political challenge for Sherrill during her first year in office. Dale Caldwell serves as New Jersey's top election official alongside his executive duties. The investigation compounds a series of administrative hurdles for the state leadership team as political opponents call for immediate transparency. Legal representatives for the governor's office stated that outside counsel has been given full authority to review all aspects of the allegations before releasing final findings.
By Shahbaz A. | JQJO News
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New Jersey administration launched independent outside counsel misconduct probe on September 8. https://newjerseyglobe.com/governor/sherrill-administration-launches-probe-into-lt-gov-dale-caldwell/
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