"New Jersey First Lady Tammy Murphy Withdraws from Senate Race"

New Jersey first lady Tammy Murphy has dropped out of the Democratic Senate primary, citing the potential for a divisive and negative campaign. Her decision likely paves the way for Democratic Rep. Andy Kim to secure the nomination. Murphy's campaign drew criticism, with many frustrated by the optics of her husband, Gov. Phil Murphy, pushing her candidacy. Jersey City Mayor Steve Fulop, who had previously endorsed Murphy, expressed disappointment with her campaign. Both Murphy and Kim had launched their campaigns to replace Democratic Sen. Bob Menendez, who faces federal charges along with his wife.