Shutdown Sparks Blame Game in Crucial NJ Governor Race Over Democrat vs Republican Disagreements
A federal government shutdown has ignited a blame game in New Jersey's crucial governor's race, with Democrats and Republicans trading accusations over the impasse. The shutdown is being seen as a turning point in the campaign, with both sides hoping to gain an advantage from their opponent's handling of the crisis.

A federal government shutdown has sparked a blame game in New Jersey's crucial gubernatorial election, as both Democratic and Republican campaigns point fingers at each other over the impasse. The shutdown, caused by a disagreement over funding for President Biden's infrastructure plan, is being used to attack opponents' policies. Governor Phil Murphy, a Democrat seeking re-election, has been criticized by Republicans for not doing enough to prevent the shutdown. The blame game is expected to continue throughout the campaign season.