Early in-person voting begins Saturday in New Jersey, with more than 400,000 mail-in ballots already returned. Mercer County Clerk Paula Sollami joins Rob Nelson to explain what voters need to know before heading to the polls.
Rep. Jeff Van Drew and Democratic challenger Zach Mullock face off in a heated debate for New Jersey's 2nd Congressional District, sparring over tariffs, energy policy, Iran and the Epstein files. NJ PBS reporter Scott Minshall recaps the debate, while NJ Spotlight News reporter Ben Hulac helps break down the race.
Meanwhile, parents, child care workers and advocates are pressing state lawmakers for relief from rising child care costs. NJ PBS contributor Asha McKenzie reports on their demands and the challenges facing providers.
Plus, we hear from New Jersey Social Media Research Center director Jessica Hamilton about the mission behind the newly-launched state initiative.
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Early voting eve; Van Drew, Mullock clash in debate | NJ PBS News with Rob Nelson | Oct. 23, 2026
