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 to press@aclu-nj.org. Please include your name, your outlet, your contact information, details about your story, and deadline.
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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 10, 2025
Jun 10, 2025
ACLU-NJ Responds to Federal Indictment of Congresswoman LaMonica McIver
The indictment of Congresswoman McIver by the U.S. Department of Justice is an outrageous and unprecedented escalation of the Trump administration’s intimidation campaign against those who refuse to do its bidding.
Mar 03, 2025
Mar 03, 2025
Good Government Leaders Condemn Politically Motivated Attacks on Attorney General Matthew Platkin
70 civic leaders from across New Jersey called on Governor Murphy and state lawmakers to reject politically motivated attacks against Attorney General Matthew Platkin.
Issue Areas:
Democracy & Civic Engagement
Jan 21, 2025
Jan 21, 2025
ACLU-NJ Statement on 2025 Inauguration of Donald Trump
New Jersey will not be intimidated by authoritarianism. Instead, we will continue to lead the nation by example in defending and advancing fundamental freedoms.
Dec 12, 2024
Dec 12, 2024
Assembly Committee Passes New Jersey Voter Empowerment Act
Passing the John R. Lewis Voter Empowerment Act of New Jersey (NJVEA) will remove barriers to voting and ensure that all voters can make their voices heard.
Dec 11, 2024
Dec 11, 2024
ACLU Tells Governors, State Attorneys General, Legislators, and Mayors: Build a Firewall for Freedom to Protect Our Rights During the Second Trump Administration
The American Civil Liberties Union and dozens of state affiliates around the country are asking state and local officials to build firewalls for freedom that would protect fundamental rights from likely attacks during the second Trump administration.
Dec 04, 2024
Dec 04, 2024
Labor, Faith, Community Coalition Launches ‘Million Voters Project’ to Reach Working Class Voters Ahead of Critical N.J. Governor’s Race
The Project will be the largest non-partisan voter engagement program in state history and seeks to empower voters on the heels of fundamental ballot reforms.
Nov 06, 2024
Nov 06, 2024
ACLU-NJ Statement on 2024 Election of Donald Trump
We see the pain and despair felt in this moment – the ACLU-NJ and our partners are ready to do all we can to ensure communities thrive and democracy prevails.
Oct 24, 2024
Oct 24, 2024
Princeton SPIA Welcomes Prominent Garden State Civil Rights Figures as New Jersey Fellows
Joe Krakora and Amol Sinha join the School’s SPIA in N.J. Initiative to Devise Informed Research and Policy
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