Flynn and Scharfenberger Call for Attorney General Platkin’s Resignation

NJ Assembly GOP

Monmouth County Republicans, Assemblywoman Vicky Flynn and Assemblyman Gerry Scharfenberger, are calling for the immediate resignation of Attorney General Matthew Platkin, citing a pattern of political weaponization, failed prosecutions, and misplaced priorities that have undermined public safety and the integrity of the Attorney General’s Office. 

The push for Platkin to resign follows articles of impeachment introduced by Assembly Republican Leaders Thursday.  

“For decades, New Jersey’s attorneys general have upheld the integrity of their office, ensuring justice and public safety. Matthew Platkin, however, has turned it into a tool for political ambition rather than a force for law and order,” said Flynn. “Instead of prioritizing crime reduction, supporting law enforcement, and protecting taxpayers, he has wasted millions of dollars on politically-motivated lawsuits that do nothing to keep New Jersey families safe.”

Platkin’s most recent failed case against George Norcross is just one of many that collapsed under judicial scrutiny, say Flynn and Scharfenberger. They also cited Platkin’s attempt to take down Michael Eisemann, James O’Donnell, and Paterson officials.

“Time and time again, Platkin has shown that his allegiance is to political interests rather than the people of New Jersey,” said Scharfenberger. “His office has wasted taxpayer dollars on failed prosecutions, covered up serious misconduct within Gov. Phil Murphy’s administration, and pushed anti-police policies that make it harder for officers to do their jobs. Public safety is declining, crime is rising, and New Jerseyans deserve better.”

The lawmakers added Platkin has mismanaged taxpayer funds and squandered state resources, including wasting $175 million on a failed offshore wind deal. As the state’s chief law enforcement officer overseeing the state police, he has implemented policies that have further strained New Jersey’s law enforcement crisis. 

“New Jersey needs an attorney general who will fight crime, support law enforcement, and put the interests of the people first,” added Flynn. “Matthew Platkin has failed to do that at every turn. It is time for him to step down.”

Flynn and Scharfenberger stressed the attorney general’s role is to uphold justice, not to serve political agendas or impose ideology by filing lawsuits against the president, gun manufacturers, energy companies and local boards of education. 

“His actions make it clear that he is more focused on advancing his political future than ensuring the safety and well-being of New Jerseyans,” concluded Scharfenberger. “Matthew Platkin must resign immediately.”