Following protests sparked by an ICE officer’s fatal shooting in Minnesota, New Jersey lawmakers advanced a set of bills restricting the state’s collaboration with federal immigration enforcement. The proposed legislation, approved by the state Senate Judiciary Committee, aims to limit New Jersey law enforcement’s cooperation with ICE on civil matters, restrict the sharing of individuals’ immigration status with ICE, and establish safe zones for immigrants. While Democrats supported the measures, Republicans raised concerns about potential legal challenges and the lack of clarity regarding cooperation in criminal cases. Despite the governor’s silence on whether he would support the bills, supporters urged lawmakers to pass them before the end of the legislative session.
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Two New Jersey men, Kenneth Kirsch and Michael Greenberg, died in a midair helicopter collision near Hammonton Municipal Airport, according to authorities. The pilots, both of whom held private pilot licenses earned in 2014, were known to frequent a local cafe before their flights. Witnesses reported the helicopters flying closely together before the crash, which resulted in a debris field spanning approximately 100 yards. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the incident, with a preliminary report expected in about a month.
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On Sunday, two helicopters collided midair near Hammonton Municipal Airport in southern New Jersey, resulting in one fatality and one injury. The aircraft involved were an Enstrom F-28A and an Enstrom 280C helicopter, with only the pilots on board each. Emergency responders transported both victims to a trauma center, but one was in possible cardiac arrest. The National Transportation Safety Board has launched an investigation, while local officials, including Senators Cory Booker and Andy Kim, have expressed their condolences and offered support.
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Dangerous snowstorm headed toward NYC, New Jersey. Okay, so it sounds like a serious winter storm is barreling towards the New York City and New Jersey area, and people are definitely talking about it. The initial forecast seems to be evolving, with predictions of snowfall amounts being adjusted upwards. Some are estimating between 6 to 10 inches, maybe even more depending on the location, and the National Weather Service is even ratcheting up the alert level to a Class 3, which doesn’t exactly inspire confidence, does it?
It seems like there’s a real sense of anticipation and, let’s be honest, a little bit of anxiety brewing.… Continue reading
Alina Habba, former personal lawyer to President Trump, resigned as the acting US attorney for the district of New Jersey after an appeals court ruled her appointment unlawful due to the Trump administration’s procedural violations. Despite her departure, Habba stated the decision was not a surrender and the Justice Department would seek further review of the ruling. The court found that the administration used improper maneuvers to install Habba without Senate approval, a process that has also affected other US attorney appointments. Trump has criticized the “blue slip” process, which requires home-state senator approval, and other judges across the country have come to similar rulings.
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Alina Habba, former personal attorney to Donald Trump, resigned as the top federal prosecutor for New Jersey after an appeals court ruled her appointment unlawful. Despite calling the court’s decision political, Habba stepped down “to protect the stability and integrity” of her office, vowing the administration would continue appealing the ruling. Habba, who lacked prior experience as a prosecutor, was appointed to the temporary role in March and was blocked from confirmation by New Jersey’s Democratic senators. Her duties will be divided among other lawyers while she remains with the Justice Department as a senior advisor to U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, who criticized the court’s actions.
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In a significant ruling, former US Senator Bob Menendez has been permanently barred from holding public office in New Jersey following his conviction on federal corruption charges. A state superior court judge issued an order that prevents Menendez from seeking or holding any position of honor, trust, or profit in state or local government. The decision comes after Menendez began serving an 11-year sentence for accepting bribes and acting as an agent of Egypt, with the crimes leading to his resignation from the US Senate. Menendez’s wife, Nadine, was also convicted in the scheme.
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The 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has disqualified Alina Habba, former personal lawyer of President Donald Trump, from serving as New Jersey’s top federal prosecutor. The court sided with a lower court’s ruling, which found her appointment unlawful due to the administration’s attempts to keep her in the role after her interim appointment expired without Senate confirmation. This decision comes amidst challenges to other Trump administration prosecutor appointments and questions the government’s maneuvers. The ruling was the result of a suit from multiple defendants on whom Habba was attempting to prosecute.
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Following a 2021 commutation from a previous fraud conviction, Eliyahu “Eli” Weinstein has been sentenced to 37 years in federal prison for defrauding investors. The US district judge Michael Shipp also ordered Weinstein to pay over $44 million in restitution. Weinstein’s recent conviction involved a scheme where he and others falsely promised investors access to deals with medical supplies and other goods, resulting in approximately $35 million lost to investors. This marks Weinstein’s third fraud conviction in a New Jersey federal court, adding to a history of fraudulent activities and previous prison sentences.
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Multiple polling locations across several New Jersey counties were targeted with bomb threats on Election Day, leading to police investigations and temporary closures. Officials have stated that these threats are not credible. Some polling locations have reopened, while others have been relocated to ensure voter safety. Law enforcement is working with state, local, and federal partners to maintain a safe and smooth election process.
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NJ Lawmakers Fight ICE Cooperation Amid “Killing Americans” Concerns
Following protests sparked by an ICE officer’s fatal shooting in Minnesota, New Jersey lawmakers advanced a set of bills restricting the state’s collaboration with federal immigration enforcement. The proposed legislation, approved by the state Senate Judiciary Committee, aims to limit New Jersey law enforcement’s cooperation with ICE on civil matters, restrict the sharing of individuals’ immigration status with ICE, and establish safe zones for immigrants. While Democrats supported the measures, Republicans raised concerns about potential legal challenges and the lack of clarity regarding cooperation in criminal cases. Despite the governor’s silence on whether he would support the bills, supporters urged lawmakers to pass them before the end of the legislative session.
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Second Pilot Dies in New Jersey Helicopter Collision
Two New Jersey men, Kenneth Kirsch and Michael Greenberg, died in a midair helicopter collision near Hammonton Municipal Airport, according to authorities. The pilots, both of whom held private pilot licenses earned in 2014, were known to frequent a local cafe before their flights. Witnesses reported the helicopters flying closely together before the crash, which resulted in a debris field spanning approximately 100 yards. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the incident, with a preliminary report expected in about a month.
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New Jersey Helicopter Midair Collision: Analysis and Aviation Safety Concerns
On Sunday, two helicopters collided midair near Hammonton Municipal Airport in southern New Jersey, resulting in one fatality and one injury. The aircraft involved were an Enstrom F-28A and an Enstrom 280C helicopter, with only the pilots on board each. Emergency responders transported both victims to a trauma center, but one was in possible cardiac arrest. The National Transportation Safety Board has launched an investigation, while local officials, including Senators Cory Booker and Andy Kim, have expressed their condolences and offered support.
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Northeast Braces for Potentially Dangerous Snowstorm: Reactions and Forecasts
Dangerous snowstorm headed toward NYC, New Jersey. Okay, so it sounds like a serious winter storm is barreling towards the New York City and New Jersey area, and people are definitely talking about it. The initial forecast seems to be evolving, with predictions of snowfall amounts being adjusted upwards. Some are estimating between 6 to 10 inches, maybe even more depending on the location, and the National Weather Service is even ratcheting up the alert level to a Class 3, which doesn’t exactly inspire confidence, does it?
It seems like there’s a real sense of anticipation and, let’s be honest, a little bit of anxiety brewing.… Continue reading
Alina Habba Resigns as Acting US Attorney for New Jersey Amid Legal Scrutiny
Alina Habba, former personal lawyer to President Trump, resigned as the acting US attorney for the district of New Jersey after an appeals court ruled her appointment unlawful due to the Trump administration’s procedural violations. Despite her departure, Habba stated the decision was not a surrender and the Justice Department would seek further review of the ruling. The court found that the administration used improper maneuvers to install Habba without Senate approval, a process that has also affected other US attorney appointments. Trump has criticized the “blue slip” process, which requires home-state senator approval, and other judges across the country have come to similar rulings.
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Alina Habba’s “Resignation” from NJ Prosecutor Role Mocked
Alina Habba, former personal attorney to Donald Trump, resigned as the top federal prosecutor for New Jersey after an appeals court ruled her appointment unlawful. Despite calling the court’s decision political, Habba stepped down “to protect the stability and integrity” of her office, vowing the administration would continue appealing the ruling. Habba, who lacked prior experience as a prosecutor, was appointed to the temporary role in March and was blocked from confirmation by New Jersey’s Democratic senators. Her duties will be divided among other lawyers while she remains with the Justice Department as a senior advisor to U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, who criticized the court’s actions.
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Menendez Banned in New Jersey: A Case for Federal Action and Trump’s Pardoning Pattern
In a significant ruling, former US Senator Bob Menendez has been permanently barred from holding public office in New Jersey following his conviction on federal corruption charges. A state superior court judge issued an order that prevents Menendez from seeking or holding any position of honor, trust, or profit in state or local government. The decision comes after Menendez began serving an 11-year sentence for accepting bribes and acting as an agent of Egypt, with the crimes leading to his resignation from the US Senate. Menendez’s wife, Nadine, was also convicted in the scheme.
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Appeals Court Disqualifies Alina Habba as New Jersey Prosecutor
The 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has disqualified Alina Habba, former personal lawyer of President Donald Trump, from serving as New Jersey’s top federal prosecutor. The court sided with a lower court’s ruling, which found her appointment unlawful due to the administration’s attempts to keep her in the role after her interim appointment expired without Senate confirmation. This decision comes amidst challenges to other Trump administration prosecutor appointments and questions the government’s maneuvers. The ruling was the result of a suit from multiple defendants on whom Habba was attempting to prosecute.
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Trump-Pardoned Fraudster Back in Prison for New Fraud Conviction
Following a 2021 commutation from a previous fraud conviction, Eliyahu “Eli” Weinstein has been sentenced to 37 years in federal prison for defrauding investors. The US district judge Michael Shipp also ordered Weinstein to pay over $44 million in restitution. Weinstein’s recent conviction involved a scheme where he and others falsely promised investors access to deals with medical supplies and other goods, resulting in approximately $35 million lost to investors. This marks Weinstein’s third fraud conviction in a New Jersey federal court, adding to a history of fraudulent activities and previous prison sentences.
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Bomb Threats Disrupt Voting at NJ Polling Locations
Multiple polling locations across several New Jersey counties were targeted with bomb threats on Election Day, leading to police investigations and temporary closures. Officials have stated that these threats are not credible. Some polling locations have reopened, while others have been relocated to ensure voter safety. Law enforcement is working with state, local, and federal partners to maintain a safe and smooth election process.
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