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Jun 04, 2026
Jun 04, 2026
ACLU-NJ Applauds Proposed Increase in Funding for Detention and Deportation Defense Initiative
The $20.2 million allocation announced today represents the biggest increase in DDDI funding from one fiscal year to the next.
May 30, 2026
May 30, 2026
ACLU-NJ Responds to Use of Force by New Jersey State Police Against Delaney Hall Protesters
New Jersey's response must prioritize the safety and well-being of people – not mimic the dangerous and overly militarized tactics of the federal government.
May 28, 2026
May 28, 2026
ACLU-NJ Responds to Reports of Violence, Unrest at Delaney Hall
These events are directly related to rampant inhumane conditions inside the facility and the Trump administration’s refusal to dedicate appropriate resources for basic human needs like food and health care.
May 26, 2026
May 26, 2026
ACLU-NJ Statement on the Events at Delaney Hall Immigration Detention Center
People detained at Delaney Hall are facing brutal and inhumane conditions. Their families and community members who are protesting their treatment, and the elected officials who are asking to inspect the facility, should not face pepper spray and rubber bullets for doing so.
May 20, 2026
May 20, 2026
Broad New Jersey Coalition Requests to Join as Friend of the Court in Support of Limiting Use of State Property for Federal Civil Immigration Enforcement
Executive Order 12 is an appropriate and constitutional response to ICE's escalating and violent immigration enforcement tactics.
Court Cases:
United States v. New Jersey
Apr 23, 2026
Apr 23, 2026
Over 120 Civil Society Groups Issue Travel Advisory for U.S. Ahead of FIFA World Cup
More than 120 civil society groups issued a travel advisory warning that people traveling for the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup could be at risk of serious rights violations
Apr 06, 2026
Apr 06, 2026
ACLU-NJ and Partners File Brief in Support of Rep. LaMonica McIver
The ACLU of New Jersey, the National Women’s Law Center, and the NAACP Legal Defense Fund have filed an amicus brief in support of U.S. Representative LaMonica McIver, who is facing federal charges stemming from a congressional oversight visit of Delaney Hall.
Court Cases:
United States v. McIver
Mar 25, 2026
Mar 25, 2026
ACLU-NJ Celebrates Immigrant Protection Bills Signed Into Law
Gov. Sherrill today signed S3522/A4070 and S3521/A4071 into law, ensuring long‑overdue protections for immigrant communities in New Jersey.
Issue Areas:
Immigrants' Rights
Mar 23, 2026
Mar 23, 2026
ACLU-NJ Responds to New Jersey Legislature’s Advancement of Critical Social Justice Legislation
We look forward to working with lawmakers to continue advancing legislation that better protects the constitutional rights of all New Jerseyans.
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