New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill has publicly called for the resignation of Lieutenant Governor Dale Caldwell, setting a deadline of this coming Friday for his departure. The demand follows the release of an ethics investigation conducted by an outside law firm commissioned by the Governor’s office.

The report concludes that Caldwell violated state policies regarding workplace discrimination. According to the findings, investigators determined that Caldwell made two separate attempts to secure a state-level promotion for his girlfriend. Furthermore, the report alleges that Caldwell engaged in sexually inappropriate behavior within the workplace.

Governor Sherrill’s office has framed the resignation demand as a necessary step to uphold state standards and maintain the integrity of the administration. As of now, the Lieutenant Governor’s office has not issued a formal public response to the allegations or the Governor’s ultimatum. The situation remains fluid as the Friday deadline approaches, with state officials monitoring whether Caldwell will comply with the request or contest the findings of the independent investigation.