WATCH: Former Dem Lt Gov Reveals Why He Resigned After Sexual Harassment Probe Rocked State
Dale Caldwell called the ethics probe "specious" and "poorly done" on camera, insisting he resigned only to avoid distracting Gov. Mikie Sherrill.
TL;DR
- Former NJ Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell insists he resigned to avoid distracting Gov. Mikie Sherrill, not because of the findings of an ethics probe.
- An independent investigation found Caldwell guilty of sexual harassment and ethics violations, including improperly seeking a promotion for a romantic partner.
- Caldwell called the probe 'specious,' 'ridiculous,' and 'poorly done,' while Sherrill described it as 'thorough' and detailing a 'pattern and practice of long-term concerning behavior.'
- Following Caldwell's resignation, Shirley Emehelu will serve as acting secretary of state, and Governor Sherrill will appoint a permanent successor to the lieutenant governor position within 45 days.