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Biz Republic @bizrepublic.bsky.social · Jun 19

#NJBusiness | Over 250 business owners from #NewJersey and nearby states attended the NJ Pathways Business Forum at Rutgers University—New Brunswick, hosted by the New Jersey Department of the Treasury and NJ Business Action Center. The event offered a new model for supplier engagement...

First NJ Pathways Business Forum Drew 250+ Business Owners to Break Barriers and Build New Opportunities

Over 250 business owners from across New Jersey and neighboring states attended the NJ Pathways Business Forum at Rutgers University – New Brunswick, Livingston Campus, hosted by the New Jersey Depart...

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Biz Republic @bizrepublic.bsky.social · Jun 19

#EconomicOutlook | U.S. #RetailSales fell 0.9% in May, the biggest drop since January, driven by lower demand for vehicles after a pre-tariff buying rush. While #ConsumerSpending remains supported by wage growth, trade uncertainty and a slowdown in manufacturing output outside the auto sector...

Weak U.S. retail sales, manufacturing output point to softening economy

U.S. retail sales dropped more than expected in May, weighed down by a decline in motor vehicle purchases as a rush to beat potential tariff-related price hikes ebbed, but consumer spending remains su...

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Biz Republic @bizrepublic.bsky.social · Jun 19

#Economy | The U.S. central bank held #interestrates steady and policymakers signaled borrowing costs are still likely to fall in 2025, but #FederalReserve Chair Jerome Powell cautioned against putting too much weight on that view, and said he expects "meaningful" #inflation ahead as consumers...

Fed keeps rates steady but pencils in two cuts by end of 2025; Powell sees 'meaningful' inflation ahead

The U.S. central bank held interest rates steady on Wednesday and policymakers signaled borrowing costs are still likely to fall in 2025, but Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell cautioned against putt...

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Biz Republic @bizrepublic.bsky.social · Jun 17

#AviationNews | The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and Arajet, the Dominican Republic’s flag carrier and largest airline, celebrated the launch of nonstop service from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Las Américas Santo Domingo Airport (SDQ). “This new route isn’t just...

Port Authority of New York and New Jersey welcomes Arajet’s new nonstop service from Newark to Santo Domingo

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and Arajet, the Dominican Republic’s flag carrier and largest airline, celebrated the launch of nonstop service from Newark Liberty International Airport ...

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Biz Republic @bizrepublic.bsky.social · Jun 17

#GlobalTrade | When U.S. President Donald Trump adds a new tariff the old ones don’t go away. Some companies will pay far more because of a phenomenon called #tariffs tacking, the latest complication for U.S. #importers trying to navigate Trump’s on-again, off-again #TradeWar.

Tariff 'stacking' adds another headache for U.S. importers

John Hamer, president of Rodgers Wade Manufacturing in Paris, Texas, makes store fixtures for big retailers like Ross Dress for Less and Ulta Beauty.

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Biz Republic @bizrepublic.bsky.social · Jun 17

#NewJersey | #HudsonCounty Executive Craig Guy, Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners Anthony L. Romano, Rep. Rob Menendez (NJ-08), and other officials and guests joined the annual flag raising at the Historic Brennan Court House to commemorate 160 years of #Juneteenth — the day that...

Hudson County Executive Craig Guy Raises Flag to Celebrate 160 Years of Juneteenth

Hudson County Executive Craig Guy, Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners Anthony L. Romano, Hudson County Director of Cultural & Heritage Affairs/Tourism Development Gina Hulings, and Trustee ...

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Biz Republic @bizrepublic.bsky.social · Jun 16

#Agribusiness | Growers in #Peru are looking for new markets for their blueberries as production rises and their best customer, the United States, is waging a trade #TariffWar on partners around the world. #China has insatiable demand and has built a huge new port near Lima that cuts shipping...

Peru redirects its blueberry harvest toward China as U.S. tariffs threaten its main export market

In Peru's Pisco Desert, rows of blueberry bushes towering as much as two meters high stretch towards the horizon, finally giving way to sand dunes. Traditional blueberries need chilly nights to bring ...

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Biz Republic @bizrepublic.bsky.social · Jun 16

#Mentorship | The New Jersey Business Action Center (NJBAC), a division of the Department of State, has launched a no-cost online referral program to help eligible #NewJersey businesses find a mentor or establish and grow their #internet presence. Two separate laws laid the foundation for the...

NJBAC launches online referral programs for small businesses to find a mentor or boost their online presence

The NJ Business Action Center (NJBAC), a division within the Department of State, has launched a no-cost online referral program to assist eligible New Jersey businesses find a mentor or establish or ...

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Biz Republic @bizrepublic.bsky.social · Jun 16

#ImmigrationMatters | The hotel and #hospitality industry could face serious trouble amid a U.S. crackdown on foreign-born workers, as over 1 million job vacancies remain unfilled. #IndustryLeaders have long pushed for expanded #immigration pathways to meet growing labor demands.

How essential is immigration to the future of America’s hotel industry? Exploring today’s labor force challenges

A U.S. crackdown on foreign-born workers could spell trouble for the hotel and hospitality industry, which has lobbied for years to expand the pathways for immigration to the United States to help fil...

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Biz Republic @bizrepublic.bsky.social · Jun 16

#TaxNews | Former U.S. Rep. Billy Long of #Missouri was confirmed to lead the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), giving the beleaguered agency he once sought to abolish a permanent commissioner after months of acting #leaders and massive staffing cuts that have threatened to derail next year’s...

Ex-congressman Billy Long confirmed as commissioner of the IRS, an agency he once sought to abolish

Former U.S. Rep. Billy Long of Missouri was confirmed on Thursday to lead the Internal Revenue Service, giving the beleaguered agency he once sought to abolish a permanent commissioner after months of...

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Biz Republic @bizrepublic.bsky.social · Jun 16

#Healthcare | The doctor is in — the mailbox, that is. You can now do self-administered #tests for everything from thyroid function to HIV in the privacy of your own home — and that list continues to grow, as the Food and Drug Administration recently approved the first at-home #cervicalcancer test.

More at-home health tests are now available. How to know what’s right for you

The doctor is in — the mailbox, that is. You can now do self-administered tests for everything from thyroid function to HIV in the privacy of your own home — and that list continues to grow, as the Fo...

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Biz Republic @bizrepublic.bsky.social · Jun 15

#NewJersey | Governor Phil Murphy joined as a Special Guest Speaker at the Third Annual Juneteenth Black Business Expo, hosted by the African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey (AACCNJ), which took place on June 12th, 2025 at The College of New Jersey in Ewing Township. tinyurl.com/2j29u8kt

Biz Republic @bizrepublic.bsky.social · Jun 14

#Education | New Jersey City University (NJCU) has announced the revamping of its Nursing Education Center (NEC), housed in a newly renovated state-of-the-art facility in Rossey Hall on the university’s main campus in #JerseyCity. By 2030, #NewJersey is projected to experience a shortage of...

With State-of-the-Art Nursing Education Center, NJCU Strengthens Its Role Amid New Jersey’s Nursing Shortage

New Jersey City University (NJCU) has announced the revamping of its Nursing Education Center (NEC), housed in a newly renovated state-of-the-art facility in Rossey Hall on the university’s main campu...

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Biz Republic @bizrepublic.bsky.social · Jun 14

#Business | Donald Trump reported more than $600 million in income from #crypto, golf clubs, licensing and other #ventures in a public financial disclosure report that provided a glimpse of the vast business holdings of America’s billionaire president.

Trump reports more than $600 million in income from crypto, golf, licensing fees

Donald Trump reported more than $600 million in income from crypto, golf clubs, licensing and other ventures in a public financial disclosure report released on Friday that provided a glimpse of the v...

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Biz Republic @bizrepublic.bsky.social · Jun 14

#NJHealth | New Jersey Department of Human Services ha otorgado 14 #subvenciones adicionales para ayudar a las organizaciones de todo el #GardenState a implementar iniciativas inclusivas que apoyen a las personas con discapacidades en las #comunidades en las que viven, trabajan, aprenden y juegan.

Servicios Humanos de New Jersey otorgan $3.5 millones en subvenciones adicionales para hacer crecer las comunidades saludables e inclusivas

La comisionada Sarah Adelman anunció que el Departamento de Servicios Humanos ha otorgado 14 subvenciones adicionales para ayudar a las organizaciones de todo el estado a implementar iniciativas inclu...

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Biz Republic @bizrepublic.bsky.social · Jun 13

#GardenState | After New Jersey’s Democratic primary, Congressman Josh Gottheimer congratulated winner Mikie Sherrill and reaffirmed his #commitment to hardworking families. With humility and conviction, he called on the #DemocraticParty to return to a clear and people-centered focus.

Gottheimer Congratulates Sherrill After the New Jersey Democratic Primary and Says the Party Must Return to a Commonsense Approach

Congressman Josh Gottheimer addressed a group of supporters in Bergen County following the results of New Jersey’s Democratic primary election.

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Biz Republic @bizrepublic.bsky.social · Jun 12

#NJPolitics | If you’re paying attention to #NewJersey’s race for governor between Democratic Rep. Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli and looking for signs about the national mood on President Donald Trump’s agenda and how #voters are reacting to Democrats’ messaging, getting to know...

Trump, pizza and helicopters: A guide to the New Jersey governor’s race

That perfect slice of Jersey pizza. Garden State puns about putting down roots. A whirlwind lesson on Navy helicopters. And diners, lots of diners.

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Biz Republic @bizrepublic.bsky.social · Jun 12

#NJPolitics | #NewJersey primary voters chose their candidates — and President Donald Trump scored a win — in one of two key governor’s races this year, with #Virginia being the other. Candidates on both sides committed to tackling pocketbook issues like property taxes, grocery prices, housing...

Takeaways from New Jersey election: Trump looms large and signs of Democratic enthusiasm

New Jersey primary voters chose their nominees — and President Donald Trump notched a win in his endorsement belt — in one of two high-stakes governor’s races being held this year.

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Biz Republic @bizrepublic.bsky.social · Jun 12

#NJNews | U.S. Representative Mikie Sherrill beat a crowded field for the Democratic nomination for #NewJersey governor and will face Republican former state Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli, who easily won his party's contest, in November's election. The race will be closely watched ahead of next...

Democrat Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli Set for High-Stakes Showdown in New Jersey Governor’s Race

U.S. Representative Mikie Sherrill beat a crowded field on Tuesday for the Democratic nomination for New Jersey governor and will face Republican former state Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli, who easily ...

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Biz Republic @bizrepublic.bsky.social · Jun 10

#Health | Trump’s nominee for surgeon general, Dr. Casey Means, has denounced the #corruption of medical and food systems by special interests. However, she has promoted #healthproducts — from supplements to meal and blood testing services — that generate personal income, despite criticizing...

How Trump’s pick for surgeon general uses her big online following to make money

President Donald Trump’s pick to be the next U.S. surgeon general has repeatedly said the nation’s medical, health and food systems are corrupted by special interests and people out to make a profit a...

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Biz Republic @bizrepublic.bsky.social · Jun 10

#Economy | According to a #NewYork Fed report, Americans' concerns about #inflation eased in May. One-year expectations fell to 3.2%, three-year to 3%, and five-year to 2.6%. Sentiment about personal finances also improved. #Consumers foresee smaller price increases for gas, rent, healthcare, and...

U.S. inflation expectations ease in May, New York Fed survey shows

Americans' anxiety about the future path of inflation eased in May, as they also grew more upbeat about the state of their personal finances, according to a report released on Monday by the New York F...

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Biz Republic @bizrepublic.bsky.social · Jun 8

#GlobalTrade | The U.S. Department of the Treasury delivered its semiannual Report to Congress on Macroeconomic and Foreign Exchange Policies of Major Trading Partners of the United States. In this report, #Treasury reviewed and assessed the policies of major U.S. trading partners, comprising...

Treasury Releases Report on Macroeconomic and Foreign Exchange Policies of Major Trading Partners of the United States

The U.S. Department of the Treasury delivered its semiannual Report to Congress on Macroeconomic and Foreign Exchange Policies of Major Trading Partners of the United States.

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Biz Republic @bizrepublic.bsky.social · Jun 7

#LaborForce | U.S. employers slowed #hiring last month, but still added a solid 139,000 jobs amid uncertainty over President Donald Trump’s #tradewars. Hiring fell from a revised 147,000 in April, the Department of Labor said. The job gains last month were above the 130,000 that #economists had...

Employers add a solid 139,000 jobs in May, though hiring slows as some potential weaknesses appear

U.S. employers slowed hiring last month, but still added a solid 139,000 jobs amid uncertainty over President Donald Trump’s trade wars.

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Biz Republic @bizrepublic.bsky.social · Jun 7

#YouthActivism | #GenZ is disillusioned with major #institutions and the philanthropic sector knows it. The generation tends to lack faith in the political, economic and social structures expected by their predecessors to safeguard their futures. Born out of the #idea that young people distrust...

Can philanthropy rebuild Gen Z’s trust in major institutions as skepticism continues to rise?

Gen Z is disillusioned with major institutions and the philanthropic sector knows it. The generation tends to lack faith in the political, economic and social structures expected by their predecessors...

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Biz Republic @bizrepublic.bsky.social · Jun 6

#TravelBan | Trump’s new order, effective June 9, imposes full travel bans on 12 countries and partial restrictions on 7 more. While #athletes, coaches, and technical staff will be allowed entry for the 2026 World Cup and the 2028 Olympics in LA, regular #fans are excluded. This could impact...

How the Trump-Era Travel Ban Could Impact the 2026 World Cup and the 2028 Olympic Games in the U.S.

U.S. President Donald Trump often says the 2026 World Cup and 2028 Los Angeles Olympics are among the events he is most excited about in his second term.

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