Mikie Sherrill Broke Her “No Sale Tax Increase” Promise to New Jersey After Just 66 Days in Office

Debate intensifies after claims governor is backing tax increases despite campaign pledge.

Trenton, NJ – A new political fight is unfolding in New Jersey as Republicans accuse Gov. Mikie Sherrill of breaking a campaign promise not to raise the state’s sales tax, pointing to proposals tied to the upcoming FIFA World Cup.

Critics say discussions around a potential 3% sales tax increase, along with added fees targeting tourism and hospitality, contradict Sherrill’s pledge during the 2025 gubernatorial campaign to keep the sales tax unchanged.

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