An investigation concluded that New Jersey Lieutenant Governor Dale Caldwell sexually harassed a woman and breached state ethics regulations. Caldwell has denied the allegations of misconduct. Governor Mikie Sherrill announced that Caldwell resigned on Friday, September 25, 2026.
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New Jersey Lieutenant Governor Resigns Following Harassment and Ethics Violations Investigation
New Jersey Lieutenant Governor Dale Caldwell has resigned following an investigation that found he sexually harassed a woman and violated state ethics rules. Caldwell denied the allegations, and Governor Mikie Sherrill confirmed his resignation.
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