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What was said at Cory Booker, Justin Murphy U.S. Senate debate in NJ?

Booker criticized Trump’s record and foreign policy during his debate with Justin Murphy.

What was said at Cory Booker, Justin Murphy U.S. Senate debate in NJ?
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This article1 analysis · Oct 9, 2026
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Cory Booker and Republican challenger Justin Murphy debated in New Jersey’s U.S. Senate race, addressing affordability, Israel and the war in Iran. The debate was the first of the race, with voters set to decide the seat on Nov. 3.

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Cory A. Booker
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Democratic U.S. senator and candidate in the New Jersey Senate race

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Republican Senate candidate challenging Cory Booker

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Former president mentioned in connection with Booker’s past presidential campaign

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Cory Booker and Justin Murphy Debate in New Jersey Senate Race

Booker and Republican challenger Justin Murphy debated in New Jersey’s U.S. Senate race, discussing the Iran war and economic issues. Left-leaning outlets cover their policy differences while also highlighting Murphy’s unfamiliarity with some Republican leaders and Cabinet nominees. Center outlets emphasize the candidates’ opposing policy views; one account says Trump dominated the discussion, while another focuses on Iran and the economy.

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