Mikie Sherrill Inaugurated as New Jersey's First Female Democratic Governor

Inauguration of Governor Mikie Sherrill

• 📌 Mikie Sherrill will be sworn in as New Jersey's 57th governor, becoming the first Democratic woman to hold the state's highest office.
• 🗓️ The inauguration marks the first time in over 60 years that New Jersey will be led by a Democrat for three consecutive terms.

Sherrill's Campaign and Priorities

• 🏛️ A former Navy helicopter pilot and four-term congresswoman, Sherrill campaigned on issues of affordability and opposition to President Donald Trump.
• 🗳️ She won the 2025 election by approximately 14 percentage points.
• ⚡ Her first order of business will be to address high energy costs and implement a plan to freeze rate hikes immediately.
• ⚖️ Sherrill has also pledged to challenge the White House on issues such as tariffs and immigration rights.

Transition from Governor Murphy

• 🤝 Sherrill succeeds two-term Governor Phil Murphy, who enacted policies like increasing the minimum wage, a millionaire's tax, and property tax relief.
• 📝 Governor Murphy has been in contact with Sherrill regarding the transition and will leave her a note.

Live Coverage Details

• ⏰ The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled to begin at 10:00 a.m.
• 📺 Live coverage will be available on the CBS News New York streaming channel, followed by noon and evening newscasts.