<p>Investigation determined Dale Caldwell violated state ethics rules and engaged in harassing behavior.</p><p>Dale Caldwell, the lieutenant governor of New Jersey, resigned from his position on Friday, September 25, 2026, after the release of a report accusing him of sexually harassing a female staffer, among other ethics violations.</p><p>New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill announced on Friday afternoon that Caldwell had submitted his resignation to her earlier in the day.</p>
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New Jersey Lieutenant Governor Resigns Following Sexual Harassment Investigation
Dale Caldwell, the lieutenant governor of New Jersey, resigned on September 25, 2026, following a report that accused him of sexual harassment and other ethics violations. Governor Mikie Sherrill confirmed the resignation later that day.
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