Press Releases

The ACLU of New Jersey has media staff to handle inquiries from journalists on issues affecting civil liberties and constitutional freedoms. To schedule an interview with one of our experts, members of the press can call 973-854-1707 or send an email here. Please include your name, your outlet, your contact information, details about your story, and deadline.

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ACLU and ACLU of New Jersey React to Trump Administration’s Charges Against Congresswoman McIver

The Trump administration’s political charges against Congresswoman McIver is a method more suited for authoritarianism than American democracy.

May 19, 2025

Response to Mayor Baraka’s Appearance in Federal Court

Mayor Baraka's arrest is part of the president’s shameful intimidation campaign against those who will not do his bidding.

May 15, 2025

ACLU-NJ Responds to DHS Arrest of Newark Mayor Ras Baraka

The arrest of Mayor Ras Baraka by the Department of Homeland Security is a shameful escalation of the Trump administration’s intimidation campaign against officials who refuse to do their bidding

May 9, 2025

Federal Court Grants Preliminary Injunction on Behalf of Rutgers International Students Targeted by ICE

The preliminary injunction granted today requires the government to fully restore the students’ records retroactive to the original date of termination and provides due process protections.

May 8, 2025

ACLU-NJ Responds to Conditional Veto of S3507/A4652

By conditionally vetoing this bill, we can now work to ensure that no New Jerseyan can be targeted by law enforcement for exercising their First Amendment rights.

May 8, 2025

Mahmoud Khalil’s Lawsuit Can Move Forward in Federal Court, Judge Finds

The U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey ruled today that Mahmoud Khalil can move forward with his lawsuit claiming the government is unlawfully detaining him for his political views.

April 29, 2025