1Newark, NJ – New Jersey Rep. LaMonica McIver is facing federal charges after allegedly storming an ICE detention facility in Newark, clashing with federal agents and police officers during an unannounced visit earlier this year.

According to court documents, McIver is accused of forcibly entering the Delaney Hall ICE Detention Center, confronting immigration officers, and refusing multiple orders to leave the restricted area.

Prosecutors say the confrontation escalated when McIver attempted to access a detainee unit and allegedly struck two responding officers, prompting her immediate detainment and later release pending trial.

Key Points

Rep. LaMonica McIver faces charges stemming from an incident at Newark’s Delaney Hall ICE Detention Center.

Federal prosecutors allege she assault

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