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- ↑ Phil Murphy [@GovMurphy] (July 6, 2023). "Today I had the honor of seeing Michael Noriega sworn in as the newest Associate Justice on the New Jersey Supreme Court. Michael, your father would be so proud of you. We know you will serve with distinction for years to come" (Tweet). Retrieved August 10, 2023– via Twitter.
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