McIver on the Passing of Fmr. Newark Mayor Sharpe James

McIver on the Passing of Fmr. Newark Mayor Sharpe James | U.S. House Representative LaMonica McIver Skip to content Close Home About Meet LaMonica Committees And Caucuses Our District Votes and Legislation Contact Email Me Newsletter Subscribe Office Locations Request An Appearance Media Press Releases In the News Press Kit Issues Education Environment Healthcare Housing LGBTQ+ Rights Reproductive Justice Small Business Transportation and Infrastructure Voting Rights Services Help With A Federal Agency Congressional Art Competition Commendations And Greetings Appropriations Requests Flags Grant Applications Internships Military Academy Nominations Congressional App Challenge Tours And Tickets Resources Close Mobile Site Search SEARCH Congresswoman LaMonica McIver About Meet LaMonica Committees And Caucuses Our District Votes and Legislation Contact Email Me Newsletter Subscribe Office Locations Request An Appearance Media Press Releases In the News Press Kit Issues Education Environment Healthcare Housing LGBTQ+ Rights Reproductive Justice Small Business Transportation and Infrastructure Voting Rights Services Help With A Federal Agency Congressional Art Competition Commendations And Greetings Appropriations Requests Flags Grant Applications Internships Military Academy Nominations Congressional App Challenge Tours And Tickets Resources Modal Search Button Mobile Site Search Submit Search MENU Facebook Logo Twitter Logo BlueSky Logo Youtube Logo Instagram Logo Home Media Press Releases May 12, 2025 McIver on the Passing of Fmr. Newark Mayor Sharpe James NEWARK, NJ — Today, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) released the following statement on the passing of former Newark Mayor Sharpe James: “Mayor Sharpe James was a leader whose influence shaped the very identity of our city. Newark’s longest-serving mayor, SharpeJames dedicated his life to public service, striving to uplift our community and shape the city's future. “Under his leadership, Newark saw significant development, and his deep commitment to the city he loved left a lasting imprint that will be remembered for generations. “My thoughts are with his son, former South Ward Councilman John James, his dear wife and family, and all who were touched by his work.” Print Email Share Previous Article Next Article About Contact Media Issues Services