Below is Insider NJ’s Morning Intelligence Briefing:
QUOTE OF THE DAY: “We are excited about the historic opportunity to elect the first Latina congresswoman in our state’s history.” – Passaic County Democratic Chairman Currie endorsing Senator Pou for Congress
TOP STORY: Ask Not What You Can Do for Trump’s Candidacy
The Morning Intelligence Briefing will be off on Thursday, Friday, and Monday for the Labor Day weekend, and will return on Tuesday.
Governor Murphy directed the lowering of flags today and tomorrow in honor of the late Rep. Pascrell.
Things are moving forward in the Arslanian trial, according to the Bergen Record.
The Harris and Trump campaigns have a very Jersey thing in common, according to the Asbury Park Press.
The services for the late Rep. Pascrell will be held today and Wednesday.
ICYMI: Pascrell Jr. passed away; NJ Transit fare holiday; Murphy selected Helmy for Senate, Nov. election winner will be appointed after certification; Aron passed away, was dean of press corps
New Jersey Republicans are going all in on RFK Jr. following the end of his presidential candidacy and endorsement of former President Trump.
In CD9, Passaic Dems Chair Currie, Bergen Dems Chair Juliano, and Hudson Dems Chair Guy jointly endorsed Senator Nellie Pou for the congressional seat left by the late Rep. Pascrell, as district Democrats head towards a Thursday convention to solidify the candidate. Pou would be state’s first Latina Congresswoman if she wins the convention; Currie noted the ‘historic opportunity’ and lauded Pou as the ‘right choice’. Pou launched her candidacy late last week, joining fellow LD35 legislators Assemblymembers Sumter and Wimberly. Paterson Mayor Sayegh dropped his bid yesterday. The Puerto Rico Democratic Party endorsed Pou. Wimberly doubled down in seeking committee support. Pou, Wimberly, and Sumter participated in a forum last night. This morning, Sumter suspended her campaign for the seat.
Rep. Sherrill barnstormed the DNC convention.
GOP Senate candidate Curtis Bashaw released a statement on the third anniversary of the Afghanistan terror attack.
GOP gubernatorial primary candidate Durr chastised Senator Booker for saying the election can ‘finally kill that strain’ of the GOP.
ICYMI: Ciattarelli held town hall; Shapiro addressed NJ delegation; Booker memorialized Pascrell; Murphy addressed NJ delegation at DNC; Jones led delegation in casting votes for Harris; Emhoff shout out to NJ; Dems enthused; Kim revved up campaign; Kim, Bashaw to participate in three debates; Sacco slammed Stack, who fired back
There’s doubt over the long-term fate of horse racing subsidies, according to NJ Spotlight.
Senator Bramnick urged action on legislation to penalize zoo trespassers.
Senator Testa says the BPU has ‘abandoned‘ protecting ratepayers.
In looking at the career of the late Rep. Pascrell, its instructive to consider the 2012 primary battle as a stand-out race.
ICYMI: Lawmakers heard calls to restrict pornography access
In Maywood, Bergen County awarded open space grant money.
In Atlantic City, Rep. Van Drew and state lawmakers requested an investigation into Atlantic City Electric, according to the Press of Atlantic City.
In Bayonne, an ex-rec department employee is suing the city, according to Hudson County View.
In Bedminster, a Trump supporter’s racial slur heated up a meeting, according to NJ Hills.
In Bridgewater, a employee compensation ordinance was introduced, according to TAPinto.
In Cherry Hill, a pair of hotels will be the centerpiece of a mostly vacant site, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer.
In Clinton Township, a salary ordinance was adopted, according to NJ Hills.
In Englewood Cliffs, Unilever will move its headquarters from the town next year, according to the Bergen Record.
In Flemington, the borough is considering options for better pedestrian safety, according to TAPinto.
In Lebanon, the borough adopted a property maintenance ordinance, according to NJ Hills.
In Long Hill, residents and law enforcement urged the town to reconsider removing the police chief position, according to NJ Hills.
In Longport, the ‘We Love Longport’ candidates are running unopposed, according to Downbeach.
In Jackson, council candidates include incumbents, the BOE president, and critics, according to the Asbury Park Press.
In Jamesburg, legal weed shops are on the November ballot, according to MyCentralJersey.
In Lakewood, more residents means more taxes and higher paychecks, according to the Asbury Park Press. After decades of higher growth, the town may have outgrown its government, according to the Asbury Park Press.
In Middle, a proposal could raise a road above flooding, according to the Press of Atlantic City.
In North Haledon, more revisions were made to a controversial development plan, according to NorthJersey.com.
In Paterson, there are 150 teaching vacancies as the school year looms, according to Paterson Press.
In Pemberton, the CFO is suing the mayor, according to Burlington County Times.
In Princeton Township, former Mayor Miller passed away, according to Planet Princeton.
In Teaneck, an ex-councilman says the BOE is still breaking meeting laws, according to the Bergen Record.
In Bedminster, Trump National will host an awards fundraiser to benefit January 6th defendants.
ICYMI: In Union City, an ongoing battle; in Union City, residents reacted to Menendez conviction; in Newark, Speight announced candidacy for Central Ward; in Wayne, debate popped up
AROUND THE WEB:
On Bill Pascrell and his relentless Donald Trump contempt
NorthJersey.com
- With Rep. Bill Pascrell’s death, New Jersey and Congress have lost a relentless — and forceful — critic of former President Donald Trump.
Trump holds shindig for heroic domestic terrorists | Editorial
Star-Ledger Editorial Board
- A cult of criminals and their devotees is coming to New Jersey in a fortnight, because Donald Trump is throwing a party for them. Consider this your daily reminder that there is no distinguishable gap between parody and reality in Trump’s world: On Sept. 5, he will host a “J6 Awards Gala,” his third such fundraiser for the legal defenses of the Jan. 6 rioters.
Get serious about reforms to JCPD mental health response | Jersey Journal editorial
Jersey Journal Editorial
- The first anniversary of a loved one’s death is often the hardest, no matter the circumstances.
NJBIZ In The Lead 2024: Women-Owned Businesses
Jeffrey Kanige, NJBIZ
- The challenges facing women in the business world are well documented. Persistent stereotypes lead to invidious discrimination. The old-boy network protects its members. Access to capital can be limited. Competing demands often create self-doubt. All are troubling and should be eliminated. While progress has been made on that front, succeeding as a business owner remains more difficult for women.
Experts explain why N.J.’s film industry is rapidly becoming statewide success story
Brett Johnson, roi-nj.com
- Business leaders in New Jersey’s nascent film scene aren’t afraid of going off script. And, if you want their honest take, they might be ready to ditch the “nascent” adjective when talking about one of the state’s fastest-growing industries. That might have something to do with studio giant Lionsgate laying the groundwork for a 259,000-square-foot film and television complex in Newark; or Netflix’s promised $903 million studio at the former Fort Monmouth military base and the entertainment behemoth’s pledge to stay there for at least a decade.
More than 11,000 students learning English enrolled in Newark Public Schools
Jessie Gómez, NJ Spotlight
- English language learners will make up more than a quarter of Newark’s Public School enrollment this school year, an increase over last year that points to a growing need for more teachers and services. District leaders said they anticipated a higher number of English language learners this year and in February, announced the launch of a new bilingual program in the city’s South Ward to address the rising need.
Latest fatal police shooting puts focus on gaps in NJ crisis intervention
Taylor Jung, NJ Spotlight
- A state initiative to couple police with mental health professionals on emergency calls has been widely touted as a way to guide people in crisis toward the help they need. But while the Arrive Together program is ending its third year in New Jersey and state officials have rapidly expanded the program over the last year, it is still not available in nearly half of municipalities.
NJ Transit’s free week has begun, hopefully many adventures will follow
LA Parker, The Trentonian
- With each stop of the River LINE hybrid rail train headed to Camden from Trenton, an automated voice alerted: “You must have a valid ticket to ride this train. Have your valid ticket ready for inspection.” Passengers smiled knowing that Monday kicked off a free week of travel on any New Jersey Transit mode of transportation.
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On August 27, 2024, Insider NJ’s daily news update covered a range of important topics affecting the state of New Jersey. From political developments to local events, here are some highlights from the day’s news:
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