Summary
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy faced criticism for traveling to Europe during significant flooding in New Jersey. He went to attend a wedding of a family friend, just before a state of emergency was declared. He plans to return to New Jersey on October 14 and has stayed in communication with officials about the situation.
Key Facts
- Phil Murphy is the Governor of New Jersey.
- He traveled to Europe for a family friend's wedding.
- The trip took place two days before New Jersey declared a state of emergency due to flooding.
- The state of emergency was declared on October 11.
- Murphy is scheduled to return to New Jersey on October 14.
- He has maintained communication with his team and emergency officials about the storm.
- The flooding was caused by a nor’easter storm affecting the East Coast.
