Sherrill publicly addresses investigation into Lt. Gov. for first time, avoids mentioning Caldwell by name

By: By Ryan Conway

Outlets: NJ State House News Service

Published: September 9, 2026

Words: 398

Last Updated: 1 week, 1 day ago


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WOODBRIDGE, N.J. – Gov. Mikie Sherrill spoke publicly Wednesday for the first time since reports surfaced that Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell was being investigated for alleged inappropriate behavior with women, all while declining to mention Caldwell by name.

The New Jersey Globe first reported on September 4 that Sherrill ordered an investigation into alleged misconduct by Caldwell with women, as well as possible ethics violations. The specific allegations have not been made …

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