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Feb 12, 2026
Feb 12, 2026
ACLU-NJ Responds to Assembly Committee Passage of Immigrant Protection Bills
It is imperative that we build on the state’s commitment to creating a fair and welcoming community for everyone who calls New Jersey home.
Feb 11, 2026
Feb 11, 2026
ACLU-NJ Statement on Gov. Sherrill’s Executive Order Limiting Use of State Property for Federal Immigration Enforcement
New Jersey must do everything in its power to keep families safe and defend democracy, and that includes immediate passage of legislation protecting our residents from ICE.
Jan 28, 2026
Jan 28, 2026
NJ Superior Court Denies State’s Attempt to Dismiss Farmworker Complaint Seeking to End Wage and Overtime Discrimination
This decision is an important step forward for worker protections and immigrants’ rights in New Jersey.
Jan 20, 2026
Jan 20, 2026
ACLU-NJ Statement on the Inauguration of Governor Mikie Sherrill
The organization has released policy recommendations urging the Sherrill administration to protect and expand civil rights.
Jan 20, 2026
Jan 20, 2026
ACLU-NJ Celebrates Final Round of Releases Under The Clemency Project
The ACLU of New Jersey celebrates Governor Murphy’s announcement today of 51 commutations and 97 pardons, including 16 of the ACLU-NJ's Clemency Project clients.
Jan 20, 2026
Jan 20, 2026
ACLU-NJ Statement on Gov. Murphy’s Pocket Vetoes of Meaningful Protections for New Jersey’s Immigrant Communities
In failing to sign these bills, Governor Murphy has left New Jersey without critical protections at a moment when ICE is brutalizing our communities.
Jan 16, 2026
Jan 16, 2026
126 Advocacy Groups Send Letter Urging Gov. Murphy to Sign Immigrant Protection Bill Package
Collectively, these pieces of legislation will implement critical protections for immigrant New Jerseyans.
Jan 15, 2026
Jan 15, 2026
ACLU-NJ Responds to Complaint Against Clark Police Department
The lawsuit filed by the Attorney General and the Division on Civil Rights against the Clark Police Department sends a clear message: law enforcement must be held accountable for discriminatory and racist practices.
Jan 15, 2026
Jan 15, 2026
Appeals Court in Mahmoud Khalil’s Case Decides Federal Court Lacks Jurisdiction Until Immigration Court Proceedings Complete
Despite this ruling, the legal fight continues and the government has no legal authority to re-detain him until the appeals process is fully concluded
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