Marty Small Sr., the mayor of Atlantic City, and his wife La'Quetta, the city's school superintendent, have been indicted on multiple charges, including child endangerment, assault, and making terroristic threats against their teenage daughter. Prosecutors allege that the couple physically and emotionally abused their daughter, who was 15 to 16 years old, during incidents in December 2023 and January 2024, including an episode where Small reportedly struck her with a broom, causing her to lose consciousness. Governor Phil Murphy has urged Small to consider his ability to lead amid these serious allegations. Both parents maintain their innocence, claiming the situation is a private family matter, and they look forward to presenting their side of the story. Their lawyer asserts that the charges do not pertain to Small's role as mayor, emphasizing that there is no corruption involved. The indictments highlight a troubling family dynamic and raise questions about the mayor's future in office.