New Jersey lieutenant governor resigns after sexual harassment accusation
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Summary
Dale Caldwell, New Jersey’s lieutenant governor, resigned after a report found he sexually harassed a female staffer and broke state ethics rules. The governor of New Jersey, Mikie Sherrill, started the investigation after receiving complaints and has named a replacement while elections approach.Key Facts
- Dale Caldwell resigned as New Jersey’s lieutenant governor after an ethics investigation.
- The investigation found credible evidence of sexual harassment and other violations.
- Caldwell made unwanted romantic advances toward a female staffer’s friend.
- He pushed for his girlfriend’s promotion at work without disclosing their relationship initially.
- Caldwell brought personal guests to official events without permission or payment.
- The governor, Mikie Sherrill, announced Caldwell’s resignation and named Shirley Emehelu as acting lieutenant governor.
- Caldwell also served as New Jersey’s secretary of state, in charge of elections.
- Caldwell’s lawyer criticized the investigation as unfair and based on anonymous claims.
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