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New Jersey's Lt. Governor under investigation for alleged misconduct

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Newest development Sep 8, 2026 · 2 reportsWho is Dale Caldwell? Here’s what to know about N.J.’s Lt. Gov. under investigation

New Jersey Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell is under investigation for alleged inappropriate behavior toward women.

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    Who is Dale Caldwell? Here’s what to know about N.J.’s Lt. Gov. under investigation

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  1. NJ.com / Star-Ledger

    N.J. Lt. Gov. Caldwell under investigation for alleged inappropriate behavior toward women, sources say (opens NJ.com / Star-Ledger)

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    Former state Attorney General Christopher Porrino has been tasked by Gov. Mikie Sherrill with leading the investigation.

  2. New York Times

    Dale Caldwell, New Jersey’s Lt. Governor, Is Said to be Under Investigation for Ethics Violations (opens New York Times)

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    An outside law firm has begun an investigation into Dale Caldwell, according to two Democrats familiar with the inquiry. He also serves as secretary of state.

  3. New York Post

    NJ Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell under investigation for alleged inappropriate behavior toward women: reports (opens New York Post)

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    The probe was launched by Democratic Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s office and is being led by former New Jersey Attorney General Christopher Porrino, according to multiple outlets.

  4. NBC New York

    New Jersey lt. governor under investigation for potential inappropriate behavior (opens NBC New York)

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    Dale Caldwell, lieutenant governor for New Jersey, speaks after being sworn-in during an inauguration ceremony at Prudential Hall at New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark, New Jersey, US, on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026.

  5. 6ABC Philadelphia

    New Jersey's Lt. Governor under investigation for alleged misconduct (opens 6ABC Philadelphia)

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    New Jersey Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell is under investigation for alleged inappropriate behavior toward women.

  6. NJ.com / Star-Ledger

    Who is Dale Caldwell? Here’s what to know about N.J.’s Lt. Gov. under investigation (opens NJ.com / Star-Ledger)

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    The scope of the inquiry is unclear.

  7. Washington Examiner

    New Jersey Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell faces investigation over alleged misconduct (opens Washington Examiner)

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    Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s (D-NJ) administration has opened an investigation into misconduct allegations facing Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell, who also serves as New Jersey’s secretary of state. “I know that jobs of public trust impact the lives of everyday people and I deeply respect the oaths and responsibili…

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