The White House criticized New Jersey Democrat Ramonica McQuiver on Monday after she alleged that Trump’s “liberation day” rhetoric was a coded message for “white power.”
McQuiver, who faced federal charges in June for assaulting and obstructing immigrants near the New Jersey Detention Center, expressed concerns that Trump could incite a “civil war” if he took similar actions in other Democratic cities.
The White House dismissed her claims, even joking about her alleged involvement in a “catfight” outside an ice facility in Newark.
“I think there’s an ultimate agenda from this administration,” the congresswoman commented, referring to the president’s control over the D.C. police and the deployment of federal and National Guard forces. She mentioned this during a recent podcast, suggesting that such actions aim to provoke tension.
McQuiver remarked, “I’m commanding the very army of people who should be keeping these cities safe, yet there’s an expectation for a certain response that could escalate things. I genuinely believe that’s what the president wants to achieve.”
She elaborated that Trump’s “liberation” language is a signal of white supremacy.
“These comments are inherently racist,” she claimed, asserting that Trump targets cities led by Black mayors.
She also criticized him for focusing on sanctuary cities that support immigration.
New Jersey Democrats accused Trump of trying to dismantle D.C. and eliminate sanctuary city policies.
McQuiver argued that Trump’s approach to crime in the capital reveals a bias against these cities.
The White House laughed off her accusations, noting her attempts to cause trouble outside the immigration facility.
White House spokesman Harrison Fields told the Post, “Ramonica McQuiver, who has built her notoriety on attacking federal agents, is merely performing a political stunt, much like her attempted catfight at the ice facility.”
He further suggested that New Jersey would benefit if she focused on her apparent interest in street fighting instead of her congressional duties.
McQuiver’s office did not reply to requests for comments.
She pleaded not guilty to several counts related to her actions involving federal officials at the immigration facility.
