Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill says New Jerseyans want to see an "agenda to get their costs down"

Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill says New Jerseyans want to see an "agenda to get their costs down"

New Jersey Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill said on “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan” that her state’s residents elected her because they want “to see an agenda to get their costs down, and something that was going to take place quickly. As I said, you know, I’m not writing a strongly-worded letter. I’m not doing a 10-year plan.”

Truth Analysis

Factual Accuracy
1/5
Bias Level
5/5

Analysis Summary:

The article's primary claim is that Mikie Sherrill is the Governor-elect of New Jersey. However, the provided sources do not confirm this, and a search indicates that Phil Murphy is currently the governor of New Jersey. The article appears to be reporting on a future event or contains incorrect information. The bias is minimal as it's a direct quote, but the factual inaccuracy is significant.

Detailed Analysis:

  • Claim: Mikie Sherrill is the Governor-elect of New Jersey.
  • Verification Source #1: This source does not mention Mikie Sherrill or the New Jersey governorship.
  • Verification Source #2: This source does not mention Mikie Sherrill or the New Jersey governorship.
  • Verification Source #3: This source does not mention Mikie Sherrill or the New Jersey governorship.
  • Assessment: Contradicted. Current information indicates Phil Murphy is the governor. The provided sources do not support this claim.
  • Claim: New Jerseyans want to see an agenda to get their costs down.
  • Verification Source #1: This source does not address the concerns of New Jersey residents regarding costs.
  • Verification Source #2: This source does not address the concerns of New Jersey residents regarding costs.
  • Verification Source #3: This source does not address the concerns of New Jersey residents regarding costs.
  • Assessment: Unverified. While plausible, the provided sources do not confirm this claim.

Supporting Evidence/Contradictions:

  • The provided sources do not mention Mikie Sherrill as the Governor-elect of New Jersey.
  • A search indicates that Phil Murphy is currently the governor of New Jersey.