TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — A federal judge on Monday threw out a lawsuit brought by New Jersey teachers, police officers, firefighters and public workers challenging a law that requires them to pay more for their pensions and health benefits.

U.S. District Court Judge Anne Thompson dismissed the lawsuit on jurisdictional grounds.

Policemen's Benevolent Association President Anthony Wieners said he's disappointed the judge didn't consider the merits of the unions' claims. He said an appeal will be filed.

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