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Governor’s Helicopter Trip Sparks Debate | Salt Lake City News
New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill’s taxpayer-funded helicopter ride to a Naval Academy alumni event has sparked controversy — especially since she’s a former Navy pilot. Documents reveal she used a State Police chopper for the Maryland trip, costing taxpayers around $2,500 per hour. Her team defends it as official transportation and security, claiming no extra cost. But critics, including state senators, argue personal events blur the line — even if it’s framed as official business, the optics are off. This fuels an ongoing debate over how public funds should be used — and where the line…
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