Judge rules ICE detention unlawful, orders bond hearing for detainee in New Jersey

Court finds Ecuadorian national held without hearing must be given chance for release. Newark, NJ – A federal judge in New Jersey has ruled that an immigration detainee held at a state…

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West Virginia man accused of threatening Trump with rifle ordered held in federal custody

Allegations detail violent messages, prior gun incident cited by father CLARKSBURG, WV – A 20-year-old West Virginia man accused of sending violent threats targeting President Donald Trump and his son is being…

Police Blotter

DHS Says Media Pushing Fake News Regarding Security at Marine Corps Recruit Depot as an ICE immigration operation

Officials say no immigration arrests planned during Marine Corps graduation events Parris Island, SC – Federal officials are disputing claims circulating online that immigration agents will arrest family members attending Marine Corps…

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Search for Fugitive Illegal Migrant Wanted for Deadly New Jersey Hit and Run Continues

Federal authorities allege suspect unlawfully re-entered U.S. before deadly crash Morristown, NJ – A man accused in a fatal hit-and-run that killed a 68-year-old pedestrian Friday morning had previously been deported from…

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New Jersey Senator Andy Kim Celebrates Defunding ICE: Not Another Dime

Sen. Andy Kim draws hard line on ICE funding as Senate advances DHS deal New Jersey lawmaker ties support for TSA and FEMA funding to refusal to expand immigration enforcement budget. Washington,…

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Crack dealing suspect moves closer to trial in Lancaster County

Accused crack dealer heads to county court after waiving hearing in Lancaster case LANCASTER, Pa. — A Lancaster man accused of running a crack cocaine operation out of his home will face…

Pennsylvania News·Police Blotter

Urgent need for more funding for private religious schools in New Jersey amid rise in Anti-Israel sentiment

NJ lawmakers pressed to boost security aid for private religious schools LAKEWOOD, NJ – A leading advocacy group for Jewish schools in New Jersey is urging lawmakers to increase state funding for…

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Illegal immigrant charged with attempted murder arrested after bond posted by Philadelphia police officer brother

A violent January incident in Pennsylvania has led to federal custody after local release raised questions about notification gaps between agencies. Philadelphia, PA – A Jamaican national accused of running over a…

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Sen. Kim opposes DHS nomination as Mullin advances in narrow committee vote

A sharply divided Senate panel pushed forward a new DHS nominee as political tensions deepen over leadership and policy direction. Washington, DC – Sen. Andy Kim publicly opposed advancing the nomination of…

Government News·Local Politics·Political Crime and Corruption·South Jersey News

ICE demands Ocean County to honor detainer of Lakewood migrant charged with sexual assault of minor

Federal officials say a detainer has been lodged as local authorities hold suspect without bail. Lakewood, NJ – Federal immigration officials are urging Ocean County authorities not to release a man arrested…

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Newark Airport wait times swing wildly as TSA shortages and delays strain spring break travel

Travelers passing through Newark Liberty International Airport are facing unpredictable security lines as staffing shortages and ongoing disruptions ripple through one of the nation’s busiest hubs. Newark, NJ – Security wait times…

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DHS asks New Jersey officials to hold Ocean County man accused of child sexual assault for ICE.

Federal officials say the Mexican national previously deported should be transferred to immigration custody. Newark, NJ – Federal immigration officials are urging New Jersey authorities to transfer an Ocean County man accused…

Local Politics·North Jersey News

ICE Arrests Tren de Aragua Gang Member Shortly After Landing at Newark Liberty Airport

Federal agents say a Venezuelan national and confirmed member of the Tren de Aragua gang was taken into custody after arriving on a domestic flight. Newark, NJ – U.S. Immigration and Customs…

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Mercer County Drug Bust Nets Brick of Heroin; $127K in Drugs, Guns

Authorities say a five-month investigation led to the seizure of cocaine, heroin, ecstasy, and multiple firearms across several Mercer County locations. Trenton, NJ – A months-long narcotics investigation in Mercer County resulted…

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Federal judge orders release of Salvadoran man unlawfully detained in New Jersey

Court finds immigration officials violated federal law by holding man without bond hearing Newark, NJ – A federal judge in the District of New Jersey has ordered the immediate release of Abner…

New York federal judge slams ICE for illegal arrest of immigrant granted protected status

Eastern District ruling says agents “grossly abused” authority in detaining Honduran immigrant with lawful status, calls conduct unconstitutional. Central Islip, NY – U.S. District Judge Gary R. Brown issued a sweeping rebuke…

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False submarine alert off Sandy Hook sparks panic and online backlash

No evidence or official confirmation as viral post fuels confusion along New Jersey coast SANDY HOOK, NJ – A social media post from a Jersey Shore area scanner news page with over…

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New Rochelle man sentenced to 54 months in federal prison for $150,000 pandemic unemployment fraud

Prosecutors say the 30-year-old used stolen identities—including those of deceased individuals—to file fraudulent COVID-19 benefit claims across multiple states. ALBANY, NY – Federal prosecutors announced Friday that 30-year-old Aly Kaba of New…

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Off-duty ICE agents credited with saving 4-year-old boy from drowning at Plymouth hotel

Police say quick CPR by two Homeland Security officers kept the child alive until first responders arrived. Plymouth, Minn. – Two off-duty federal agents are being hailed as heroes after saving a…

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Massachusetts migrant sentenced to 12 years for child sexual abuse material following ICE investigation

Homeland Security investigators discovered hundreds of illicit files and evidence of intent to target children after his return from abroad. Boston, Mass. – A 66-year-old Massachusetts man has been sentenced to 12…

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