Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s (D-NJ) administration has opened an investigation into misconduct allegations facing Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell, who also serves as New Jersey’s secretary of state.

“I know that jobs of public trust impact the lives of everyday people and I deeply respect the oaths and responsibilities of these positions,” Sherrill said in a statement on Tuesday. ”Because of this respect, I demand that everyone in my administration hold themselves to the highest standards and put their obligations to public service first.