In the new role, Way would become acting governor if the governor is traveling, incapacitated or otherwise unable to perform his duties.
Tahesha Way, New Jersey’s secretary of state, will step in as lieutenant governor following the August passing of Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver.
Before Way, 51, was sworn in Friday, Gov. Phillip Murphy lauded her as a ”brilliant” and “battle-tested” professional who will be his top deputy, today!
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