Homeland Security’s New Victory in New Jersey
Homeland Security Secretary Mark Wayne Mullin achieved a significant win on Friday night when New Jersey’s Democratic governor utilized local police to disperse frustrated progressives blocking the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Delaney Hall Detention Center in Newark.
“This is a victory for law and order,” Mullin stated in a tweet. He expressed his satisfaction over the developments.
After several days, the refusal to support state police ended, as she agreed to let the New Jersey State Police work with us against violent anti-ICE groups. Thank you, Governor.
Governor Mikie Sherrill ultimately relented after Mullin pointed out that she could halt international travel at the nearby Newark Airport by reallocating customs officers. Delaney Hall has the capacity to hold up to 1,000 undocumented immigrants.
Sherrill framed her decision as a step forward, emphasizing that there’s no need for additional arrests of undocumented individuals in the state.
I won’t give ICE any reason to expand its operations here. New Jersey law enforcement is now setting up a safe protest area outside Delaney Hall. My administration is committed to collaborating with local residents, community leaders, advocates, and state police to facilitate this transition today. Our top priority is public safety; we need to lower tensions.
Facing considerable pressure from the left, Sherrill’s actions were somewhat influenced by the fact that the state’s large undocumented population relies on welfare, a crucial element for the Democratic Party.
Democrats described the removal of protesters as a security measure. “To ensure the safety of everyone involved, including the mostly peaceful demonstrators, State Police have temporarily cleared the area outside Delaney Hall,” stated New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport.
Notably, there’s no indication that Mullin made any compromises to Sherrill regarding the deportation of lower-wage workers who have replaced higher-paid American workers.
Later that night, state police and ICE agents cleared much of the area. Reports indicated that protest camps were well-funded, and demonstrators expressed their frustration with the outcome.
Some protesters were arrested, resulting in prison sentences for a few.
Many demonstrators were upset with Sherrill for not supporting their pro-immigration stance.
“America is safer when local and federal law enforcement cooperate,” one individual remarked. This sentiment echoed in a late-night tweet from DHS, as local police managed to push back released Antifa members.
