The swift proposals from the president could impact tens of thousands of New Jersey residents who are "Dreamers," and well over 400,000 unauthorized immigrants in New Jersey.
The violent and deadly assault on the U.S. Capitol by Trump supporters on Wednesday sparked calls for the immediate removal of the president from office, even with his last day in office just two weeks away.
Republican lawmakers on Saturday called for special state Senate and Assembly sessions before Thanksgiving to approve $300 million in emergency aid for small businesses and nonprofits affected by the pandemic.