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Defend America on Thursday, February 11, 2010 10:50:59 PM
N.J. Gov. Christie Freezes Spending
With State's Budget In 'Shambles,' New Governor Slices Into School Surpluses, NJ Transit Subsidies; Dems Furious
TRENTON (CBS) ?
The snow isn't the only thing that's causing a chill in the Garden State.
Calling New Jersey's budget a "shambles," Gov. Chris Christie announced Thursday he is immediately freezing all state spending.
Saying New Jersey is on the verge of bankruptcy, Christie declared a
fiscal emergency, announcing drastic cuts. Among them, aid to school
districts that have excess surpluses.
"Today we are going to act swiftly to fix problems too long ignored.
Today I begin to do what I promised the people of New Jersey I would
do," Christie said.
The move had Democrats in an uproar, angry the governor used his executive powers instead of working with the Legislature.
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