Statement From N.J. Gov. Murphy on the Resignation of U.S. Senator Bob Menendez
July 24, 2024
July 24, 2024
TRENTON, New Jersey, July 24 -- Gov. Phil Murphy, D-New Jersey, issued the following statement on July 23, 2024:
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"Today, I received a letter from Senator Bob Menendez informing me of his intention to resign effective August 20, 2024.
"I will exercise my duty to make a temporary appointment to the United States Senate to ensure the people of New Jersey have the representation they deserve."
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"Today, I received a letter from Senator Bob Menendez informing me of his intention to resign effective August 20, 2024.
"I will exercise my duty to make a temporary appointment to the United States Senate to ensure the people of New Jersey have the representation they deserve."
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