New Jersey governor asks lieutenant governor to resign after harassment findings

New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill has asked Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell to resign after an independent investigation substantiated a sexual harassment complaint and two ethics violations. Investigators said Caldwell made a sexually charged remark to a female staffer, a claim they found credible after reviewing the evidence. The report also said he brought personal guests to ticketed events without advance approval or payment, and that he repeatedly tried to help a state employee with whom he had a romantic relationship. Sherrill said the findings showed a pattern of conduct that continued even after warnings and training. She gave Caldwell until Friday to step down, saying his resignation would be in the best interest of New Jersey residents.