Primary ballot in N.J. is ‘unconstitutional,’ state attorney general says

Kim and the state’s first lady, Tammy Murphy, are running in the June 4 primary for the seat held by embattled Democratic Sen. Bob Menendez. He has been accused by federal prosecutors of extortion, obstruction of justice and receiving bribes in exchange for helping the governments of Egypt and Qatar. Menendez pleaded not guilty and has not publicly announced whether he will seek reelection. The decision by Platkin, who was appointed attorney general by Gov. Phil Murphy (D) in February 2022, could help level the playing field for people running...