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How New Jersey Cops Profit From Police Unions and Avoid Accountability
New Jersey police officers and unions have cut deals, to reduce their discipline and increase their benefits, that are costing the public.
How Cops Got More Than $400,000 in Unlawful Sick Day Payouts
Records in 25 New Jersey towns show police officers took annual payments for unused sick days despite a law forbidding the practice. The payments add up to nearly half a million dollars.
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During Donald Trump’s second presidency, ProPublica will focus on the areas most in need of scrutiny. Here are some of the issues our reporters will be watching — and how to get in touch with them securely.
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