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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 to press@aclu-nj.org. Please include your name, your outlet, your contact information, details about your story, and deadline.
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Jul 22, 2025
Jul 22, 2025
ACLU-NJ Responds to the Third Circuit’s Ruling in CoreCivic, Inc. v. Murphy+
Today, the Third Circuit Court of Appeals found AB 5207, a state law prohibiting private detention contracts within state borders, to be unconstitutional.
Issue Areas:
Immigration Enforcement & Detention
Court Cases:
CoreCivic, Inc. v. Murphy
Jul 09, 2025
Jul 09, 2025
Mahmoud Khalil Seeks to Challenge Government’s Retaliatory, Post-Facto Charges Against Him in Federal Court
The preliminary injunction motion argues that the government’s post-hoc charge against Mr. Khalil was retaliatory and violates the First Amendment.
Jul 02, 2025
Jul 02, 2025
Advocacy Groups Condemn Legislation Removing NJ State Police from Attorney General Oversight
Advocacy, racial justice, and nonprofit groups today condemned bipartisan legislation that would remove the New Jersey State Police from the oversight of the New Jersey state Attorney General’s office.
Jun 27, 2025
Jun 27, 2025
ACLU-NJ Responds to U.S. Supreme Court Ruling on Birthright Citizenship
Today’s Supreme Court ruling emboldens the Trump administration’s unconstitutional attacks on birthright citizenship at the expense of immigrant communities across the country.
Issue Areas:
Immigrants' Rights
Jun 25, 2025
Jun 25, 2025
ACLU-NJ Responds to Arraignment of Congresswoman LaMonica McIver
The arraignment of Congresswoman McIver is a shameful escalation of the Trump administration’s intimidation campaign against those who refuse to do its bidding.
Jun 20, 2025
Jun 20, 2025
Mahmoud Khalil to Be Freed From Detention, Reunite With Wife and Son as Case Proceeds
Targeted by Trump administration for his advocacy in support of Palestinian rights, Mr. Khalil can go home to his family in New York after over three months in detention in rural Louisiana.
Jun 17, 2025
Jun 17, 2025
ACLU-NJ Responds to New Jersey Supreme Court’s Decision in Appeal of Charles Kratovil
The ACLU-NJ respects the purpose behind Daniel’s Law to provide protection for our public servants.
Jun 16, 2025
Jun 16, 2025
Mahmoud Khalil Renews Request for Immediate Release from Illegitimate ICE Detention
Mahmoud Khalil’s legal team wrote the court today asking for his immediate release on bail, or, at a minimum, to order his return to New Jersey.
Jun 11, 2025
Jun 11, 2025
In Big Win, Court Finds There’s No Legitimate Basis for Continued Detention of Mahmoud Khalil
The judge gave the government 40 hours to appeal the decision before Mr. Khalil must be released.
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