Gov. Phil Murphy lashed out at Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz (R) for attending a private Republican event in New Jersey this week. The Democratic governor of New Jersey regressed to name-calling, and called Gaetz a “fool,” for attending a gala.
Gaetz attended a gala in Jersey City hosted by the New York Young Republican Club on Thursday, where he was a featured speaker. Photos of the event were posted online, and Gov. Murphy took aim at Gaetz on Friday.
“Last night, the @NYYRC allegedly snuck into Jersey City to hold a ‘gala fundraiser’ – ignoring our social distancing and mask rules,” Murphy tweeted. “It is beyond the pale that anyone would willingly endanger people in another state. Jersey City law enforcement is investigating this matter.”
“It is also beyond the pale that Rep Matt Putz – I mean @RepMattGaetz – would participate in this. What a fool. Matt – You are not welcome in New Jersey, and frankly I don’t ever want you back in this state,” he added.
Gaetz responded on Twitter by highlighting that New Jerseyans are fleeing the state. “You’re gonna regret this tweet when you move to Florida like the rest of New Jersey,” Gaetz retaliated.
Data compiled by United Van Lines from March 1 to Aug. 19, found that New Jersey had the highest rate of exodus of all states; 69% moved out of N.J.
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