Tammy Murphy Challenges Indicted Sen. Menendez in New Jersey Senate Race

New Jersey first lady Tammy Murphy has announced her candidacy for the 2024 election, challenging indicted Democratic Sen. Robert Menendez. In her campaign launch video, Murphy focuses on reducing maternal and infant mortality and including climate change in education requirements. She aims to lower the cost of living, protect abortion rights, end gun violence, and defend democracy. Murphy, who has never held elected office, would be the first woman to represent New Jersey in the Senate if elected. She joins Rep. Andy Kim in the Democratic primary, while Menendez plans to seek re-election despite facing federal bribery charges.