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Democratic Congress members forcibly entering an ICE facility housing dangerous gang members may face removal from committee assignments as Republican leaders call for accountability over what Homeland Security describes as a dangerously reckless political stunt.
Key Takeaways
- Three Democratic Representatives from New Jersey forced their way into an ICE detention facility housing criminal illegal immigrants, including MS-13 gang members
- Republican Rep. Buddy Carter has introduced a resolution to strip these Democrats of their committee assignments
- Department of Homeland Security condemned the action as an unsafe political stunt that endangered law enforcement and detainees
- Bodycam footage reportedly captured Democratic Rep. LaMonica McIver physically confronting ICE agents
- Newark Mayor Ras Baraka was arrested for trespassing during the protest at the facility
Illegal Entry Sparks Congressional Consequences
Three New Jersey Democratic Representatives – Bonnie Watson Coleman, Rob Menendez, and LaMonica McIver – are facing serious repercussions after forcing their way into a Newark ICE detention facility housing criminal illegal immigrants. Georgia Republican Representative Buddy Carter has introduced a resolution aimed at stripping all three Democrats of their committee assignments, citing their actions as a dangerous breach of protocol that undermined the rule of law and endangered federal law enforcement officials.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) swiftly condemned the unauthorized entry as reckless political theater. The facility in question, Delaney Hall Detention Center, houses detainees with serious criminal backgrounds, including members of notorious gangs such as MS-13 and “Dominicans Don’t Play.” DHS officials emphasized that the Democratic lawmakers could have requested a formal facility tour through proper channels rather than storming the building and creating a potentially dangerous situation.
Physical Confrontation Caught on Camera
The situation escalated beyond mere trespassing according to officials. Bodycam footage allegedly shows Representative LaMonica McIver physically confronting ICE agents while attempting to push past them and force entry into restricted areas of the facility. In addition to the three Congress members, Newark Mayor Ras Baraka participated in the protest and was subsequently arrested for trespassing, further highlighting the gravity of the unauthorized incursion.
“These members of Congress storming into a detention facility goes beyond a bizarre political stunt and puts the safety of our law enforcement agents and the detainees at risk.” stated DHS.
DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin indicated that arresting the representatives was considered as a potential response, citing the bodycam evidence of the confrontation. Despite receiving the same legal treatment as other protesters, including the arrested mayor, the Democratic representatives have avoided charges thus far, raising questions about equal application of the law for elected officials versus ordinary citizens protesting under similar circumstances.
Democrats Defend Actions Despite Evidence
The Democratic representatives have defended their actions, claiming they were exercising their legal right to conduct congressional oversight without prior notice. Rep. Menendez specifically blamed immigration officials for escalating the confrontation, despite video evidence reportedly showing aggressive behavior from the lawmakers. Democratic Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has warned that any attempt to arrest the members would cross a red line, framing the incident as legitimate congressional oversight.
“Members of Congress are not above the law and cannot illegally break into detention facilities. Had these members requested a tour, we would have facilitated a tour of the facility.” stated DHS.
DHS officials strongly disputed claims made by the lawmakers that Delaney Hall lacked proper permits to operate. This contradictory narrative highlights the politically charged nature of the incident, with Democrats portraying their actions as necessary oversight while Republicans and DHS officials characterize it as unlawful interference with law enforcement operations that protect Americans from criminal illegal immigrants who have already proven dangerous.
Political Fallout Intensifies
The controversy continues to deepen partisan divides in Congress, with Republicans framing the incident as another example of Democrats prioritizing illegal immigrants over law and order. Rep. Carter’s resolution specifically targets each Democrat’s committee assignments: Rep. Watson Coleman would be removed from Homeland Security and Appropriations committees, Rep. Menendez from Foreign Affairs and Financial Services, and Rep. McIver from Science, Space and Technology and Small Business.
“The radical left has lost their minds – they would rather raid an ICE facility to defend criminal illegal immigrants than represent their own constituents.” said Carter.
This incident reflects a broader pattern of Democrats appearing to prioritize the interests of illegal immigrants over national security concerns, even when those immigrants have serious criminal records. The Trump administration has consistently emphasized the importance of enforcing immigration law and supporting ICE agents in their mission to protect American communities from criminal illegal aliens. Whether these Democratic representatives face meaningful consequences for their actions remains to be seen.