NJ Gov. Phil Murphy Working on SALT Issue "Morning, Noon and Night"

Governor Phil Murphy discusses New Jersey's economic progress, challenges, and policies under the Trump administration. He highlights the state's low unemployment rates, fiscal challenges, and the impact of federal tax policies. Murphy addresses pension reforms, transit infrastructure needs, and the importance of federal cooperation. He also discusses the political landscape and New Jersey's needs from future administrations, emphasizing the need for stable leadership.

What is one of the key factors contributing to New Jersey's economic progress under Trump's administration?

• Low unemployment rates

• High unemployment rates

• Increased property taxes

• Fiscal imbalances

What is a key selling point for New Jersey's economic growth?

• Lack of investment

• Low property taxes

• High unemployment rates

• Talent and location

How has the SALT tax deduction affected New Jersey?

• It has no impact on New Jersey

• It has increased federal funding

• It has been weaponized against states like New Jersey

• It has helped reduce state taxes

What is New Jersey's stance on the SALT cap deduction?

• It has no opinion

• It believes it is unconstitutional

• It supports the deduction

• It benefits from the deduction

What is the primary concern regarding the millionaires tax in New Jersey?

• It will lead to a decrease in millionaires

• It will increase the state's debt

• It will cause millionaires to leave the state

• It will reduce public school funding

What is one of the structural challenges New Jersey is addressing?

• Decreasing healthcare benefits

• Pension underfunding

• Increasing property taxes

• Reducing public sector jobs

What is New Jersey's approach to addressing pension challenges?

• Privatizing pensions

• Making historic payments

• Increasing employee contributions

• Reducing pension benefits

How is New Jersey addressing healthcare savings for public sector employees?

• By reducing healthcare coverage

• By increasing employee premiums

• By delivering more efficient healthcare

• By eliminating healthcare benefits

What is a major priority for New Jersey's transit infrastructure?

• Building new highways

• Expanding bus routes

• Improving NJ Transit leadership

• Reducing train fares

What is the impact of the Trump administration's unpredictability on New Jersey?

• It causes volatility and challenges

• It has no impact

• It increases federal support

• It provides stability