General Newsletter From the Office of Senator Andy Kim

This week, Mikie Sherill was sworn in as our state’s next governor. Congrats, Governor Sherill!

This is an exciting moment for our state and an opportunity to work to restore trust and transparency at all levels of government, supercharge investment and innovation by building an Einstein Corridor, and make the Garden State an affordable and accessible place to raise a family.

It was great to see Governor Sherrill take action on Day 1 on several priorities, including holding our public servants accountable to the people they serve, and Senator Kim looks forward to working with Governor Sherrill and her team to move New Jersey forward.

ICYMI: Check Out Our New Website

Last week, we launched our new website! Featuring Jersey pride and a streamlined, digital-forward system that makes it easier for you to get help from our team, check out our new website at kim.senate.gov.

Have something on your mind? Click “Get in Touch” to contact Andy.

Need help navigating a federal agency? Click “Get Help” and fill out one of our casework forms. We’re here to serve you!

Working for New Jersey

Continuing the Conversation with Members of NJ's Venezuelan Community

A couple weeks ago, Senator Kim spoke to members of the Venezuelan community in NJ about the Trump administration’s actions in their home country.

Here’s what they had to say.

Watch here.

Highlighting Talent in New Jersey

New Jersey is home to amazing talent, from Olympic athletes to scholars, innovators, and other leaders.

We would like to congratulate the Foundation for Excellence in Higher Education and the Old Barracks Association of Trenton NJ for being awarded National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) grants this year! We look forward to following all the great work these organizations do to give back to communities across the Garden State.

We would also like to congratulate Isabeau Levito from Mount Holly, NJ for making Team USA in figure skating for the 2026 Winter Olympics; and Kelsey O'Driscoll from Caldwell, NJ, Jack Wallace from Franklin Lakes, NJ, and Josh Pauls from Green Brook, NJ, for making the U.S. Paralympic team! We can’t wait to watch you all compete in the 2026 games. Go Team USA!

Get Help and Get Involved – Upcoming Events and Opportunities

Tomorrow: Salem City Resource Fair

Our office is partnering with Salem City to host a Resource Fair, offering resources in housing, addiction, food programs, mental health services, and more.

Date: Saturday, January 24th*

Time: 10 am - 2pm

Location: Broadway, Salem City, NJ

*Rain/snow date is 1/31/26.

All are welcome to attend! See an updated list of resources that will be offered below, and don’t forget to bring identification, proof of income, and other vital documents that may pertain to the help you need.

Veterans Telephone Claims Clinics
Our office and the Atlantic City Regional Office of the NJ Department of Veterans Affairs are hosting two upcoming telephone claims clinics where you can speak directly to a Veterans Service Officer about your VA claims.

Dates:

Thursday, January 29 from 10am – 5pm
Monday, February 2 from 10am – 5pm

Please call (856) 757-5353 to obtain a time slot.

Apply to be a Summer 2026 Senate Page

The Senate Page Program is a great opportunity for high school students to live and work in DC. Senate Pages attend U.S. Senate Page School and help carry out the day-to-day operations of the Senate.

This Summer, our office will be sponsoring a Page from New Jersey. To learn more about the program and to apply, click here. Applications for the Summer 2026 Sessions are due on January 30th!

Apply to be a Stars of Valor Fellow with the Office of Senator Andy Kim

The U.S. Senate Stars of Valor Fellowship Program is a 2-year paid program for eligible wounded or disabled veterans, Active-Duty military spouses, and Gold Star family members.

Join our team as a Stars of Valor fellow in Barrington, NJ and get in-depth exposure to the legislative process and constituent service operations! Learn more about eligibility and apply here.

Working for you at the Capitol

Grading President Trump on the First Year of His Second Term

Trump promised to lower costs on Day 1. One year later, let’s grade his results.

Watch now.

Demanding an End to Workforce Cuts at FEMA

Mass cuts to the FEMA workforce are reckless. They put our communities' lives and safety at risk.

As Ranking Member of the subcommittee that oversees FEMA, Senator Kim is leading the demand that Secretary Noem stop the staffing cuts at FEMA immediately because you deserve a FEMA that is ready to keep NJ safe and prepared.

Fighting for Accountability from ICE and Sec. Noem

The deployment of ICE agents across the country is putting our communities at risk. You deserve answers and accountability.

As a result, Senator Kim is calling on Secretary Noem and border czar Tom Homan to testify in front of the Senate immediately. As a member of the committee that oversees the Department of Homeland Security, Senator Kim is committed to pursuing action and change.

Stay Connected

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We Are Here for You

Thank you for giving us the opportunity to serve you in the United States Senate. It is an honor and a responsibility we do not take lightly. We know these are difficult times, and we will continue to fight for everyone across the state of New Jersey and stand ready to serve you however we can.

If you need help, please contact us at kim.senate.gov, and keep up with us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter/X, Threads, Bluesky, Substack, and/or YouTube.

Sincerely,

The Office of Senator Andy Kim

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