President Trump’s Plans to Detain Immigrants at a Military Base in NJ Set a Dangerous Precedent for Our Democracy

Turning military bases into massive tent detention sites is not only unnecessary and costly; it’s another dehumanizing spectacle designed to intimidate all of us and deprive those detained of their rights.

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New Jersey Must Continue to Protect the Rights of Immigrant Communities Despite Trump Administration’s Intimidation Attempts

The Trump administration is targeting New Jersey for lawfully declining to carry out its anti-immigrant agenda.

By Ami Kachalia

We The People

Trump's Expanded Domestic Military Use Should Worry Us All

President Donald Trump's use of the military domestically is dangerous and deeply misguided.

Members of the National Guard patrol the area surrounding the outskirts of the Capitol Building in Washington D.C.

Letter to My Husband, Mahmoud Khalil

As she prepares to welcome her first child with husband Mahmoud Khalil, Dr. Noor Abdalla writes to her husband one month after he was unlawfully detained for exercising his free speech rights.

A photo of Mahmoud Khalil and Dr. Noor Abdalla.

New Jersey Can Provide a National Example by Passing the Immigrant Trust Act

All New Jersey residents, no matter their immigration status or that of their loved ones, deserve to feel safe and secure in the place they call home.

By Amol Sinha

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Building a Budget that Prioritizes Racial and Social Justice for FY25

A state’s budget is a list of its most pressing priorities – here’s what the ACLU of New Jersey is urging government leaders to include for FY25.

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2023 in Review – And How We Can Achieve Even More in 2024

As we aim for greater progress in the new year, it’s important to take stock of this year’s accomplishments. Here’s our snapshot of the legislative wins, stalemates, and hopes for civil rights in New Jersey.

By Sarah Fajardo

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A Conversation Guide on Building a More Perfect New Jersey in 2024

With the holiday season approaching, we know these topics might come up at the dinner table. Here’s a guide to help you talk about your rights in New Jersey, dispel misinformation, and organize your family and friends.

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NJ Lawmakers Must Meet the Moment in Lame Duck and Advance Civil Rights and Liberties

With Election Day over, lawmakers must turn back to unfinished business in Lame Duck and advance racial and social justice before the conclusion of the current legislative session.

By Sarah Fajardo

New Jersey Statehouse in Trenton