McIver Works to Bring Communities Equitable Third Spaces with New Bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) introduced the RESTORE Third Spaces Act, a bill that would establish a $200 million federal pilot grant program to rebuild and improve public third spaces—public places outside home and work. Third spaces, such as parks, libraries, and community centers, are essential for building community and supporting local economies. Due to widespread disinvestment and gentrification, the loss of accessible third spaces for young people has … Continue Reading
May 20, 2026
McIver Introduces Bill to Develop a Standardized HPV Test for Men
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) introduced the Closing the HPV Testing Gap Act, a bill to direct a comprehensive study leading to the development of an HPV (Human Papillomavirus) diagnostic test for men. There is no FDA-approved HPV test for men. Men can carry and transmit HPV. This bill would begin the work needed to close this gap by paving the way for a standardized, noninvasive test for men. Reps. Troy A. Carter, Sr. (LA-02), Rob Menendez, Jr. (NJ-08), and … Continue Reading
May 19, 2026
“Conditions Any of Us Would Recognize as Torture”
NEWARK, NJ - Yesterday, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) returned to the ICE detention center at Delaney Hall to investigate claims made in a recent open letter from detainees. The congresswoman conducted an unannounced oversight visit with Reps. Rob Menendez (NJ-07) and Analilia Mejia (NJ-11), where she observed the conditions at the facility and spoke to detainees who gave additional details that built upon claims of abuse detailed in the letter. In a press conference following the … Continue Reading
May 15, 2026
Announcing Pregnancy, McIver Speaks to Hope and Continued Fight to Protect
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) announced that she is expecting her second child. She released the following statement: “I am so excited to be welcoming a new baby to our family this fall. This moment is filled with so much joy for my family and me. Being a mom is one of the greatest joys of my life, and I am grateful that my family is growing,” said McIver. She continued, addressing the Trump DOJ’s ongoing case against her, “I have been clear that this case … Continue Reading
May 12, 2026
McIver Marks Anniversary of Delaney Hall Visit by Introducing Tougher ICE Oversight Rules
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) will introduce the No Delay for Immigration Oversight Act. The introduction coincides with the one-year anniversary of McIver’s first visit to Delaney Hall, which led to the Trump administration bringing baseless charges against her for conducting oversight. That case, and McIver’s fight to protect the constitutional and statutory authority to oversee Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Department of Homeland … Continue Reading
May 09, 2026
Representatives McIver, Menendez, Watson Coleman Mark One Year Since ICE Chaos at Delaney Hall
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Representatives LaMonica McIver (NJ-10), Rob Menendez (NJ-08), and Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12) released a video marking one year since they toured the Delaney Hall detention center in Newark, New Jersey. As they conducted oversight to hold the Trump administration accountable for human rights abuses committed during its immigration enforcement operations, militarized agents charged into a crowd of peaceful protesters, delayed elected officials acting within their … Continue Reading
May 08, 2026
IYCMI: “Today is LaMonica, Tomorrow It’s Me”
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In case you missed it, yesterday Marie Claire released a major feature documenting the fight to protect Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) from politically motivated charges brought by the Trump administration that threaten to send McIver to prison for 17 years. The profile comes just days before the one-year anniversary of McIver’s initial visit to Delaney Hall—the encounter with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) that led to the charges against her—and details … Continue Reading
April 24, 2026
McIver Introduces Bill to Stop Surprise AI Data Center Development
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Yesterday, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) introduced the AI Data Center Site Selection Transparency Act of 2026, a bill that would ensure communities are informed, before deals are finalized, of plans to build AI data centers in their neighborhoods, providing the opportunity for grassroots input. AI data center construction often leads to higher utility costs, strained infrastructure, and environmental damage in the regions they inhabit. This bill would … Continue Reading
March 30, 2026
McIver Files Third Circuit Brief Asking for ICE Case to be Dismissed
NEWARK, N.J. - Today, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) and her legal counsel filed a brief in support of her appeal with the Third Circuit Court of Appeals in Philadelphia. The brief focuses on major constitutional questions around legislative immunity as McIver continues to fight to protect her constitutional and statutory authority to oversee Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and the rest of the executive branch. McIver is … Continue Reading
March 25, 2026
McIver, Hirono, Blunt Rochester Lead Colleagues in Introducing Working Women’s Bill of Rights
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Representative LaMonica McIver (D-NJ), along with Representatives Rosa DeLauro (D-CT) and Chair of the Democratic Women’s Caucus Teresa Leger Fernandez (D-NM), and U.S. Senators Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) and Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE) led 16 of their colleagues in introducing a Working Women’s Bill of Rights. The resolution recognizes the duty of Congress to meet the needs of working women. Women comprise nearly half of the nation’s workforce, serving as leaders in … Continue Reading
March 19, 2026
McIver, Pou, Swalwell, Introduce Bills to Block ICE Mass Deportation Sweeps at World Cup
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) announced the introduction of her Protect World Cup Attendees Act, one of three bills introduced as a package on immigration enforcement during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The other bills were introduced by Rep. Nellie Pou (NJ-09), ranking member of the Committee on Homeland Security Task Force on Enhancing Security for Special Events in the United States, and McIver’s fellow task force member Congressman Eric Swalwell (CA-14). With … Continue Reading
March 10, 2026
McIver Calls for Change, Recounts Wins in District Address
Newark, NJ - Last evening, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) gave her first State of the District address. McIver highlighted moments from her first full year representing New Jersey's 10th District in Congress and shared her vision for the year ahead. In attendance were elected officials, local leaders, and constituents. Clips from the address are available for use. The full recording of McIver’s address is here. “I am proud to be your voice in Washington,” said McIver. “And it … Continue Reading
March 02, 2026
McIver Introduces Bill to Fund Transformative Greenway Projects
Washington, D.C. - Today, Representative LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) introduced the Parks to People Active Transportation Act, a bill which would dramatically expand federal funding for greenway path projects. Greenways are shared-use corridors that connect communities and expand access to parks, jobs, and transit. Greenway paths help connect communities to natural spaces and parks, and the bill would specifically work to create equity in access to recreation and the outdoors. The bill is co-led … Continue Reading
February 25, 2026
ICE Pursuit Results in Car Accident in Newark, McIver Demands Safety
NEWARK, N.J. - Today, ICE was conducting an investigation in Newark. ICE pursued a suspect in a van, and the ensuing chase resulted in a car crash involving several vehicles and multiple impacted individuals. In one of the cars involved in the crash were two 15-year-olds and a 12-year-old. Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) made the following statement: “ICE is hurting people in our communities. It is happening over and over again. What happened in Newark today is not an isolated event—it … Continue Reading
February 20, 2026
McIver Secures Over $10 Million for NJ-10
NEWARK, NJ - This week, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) began presenting ceremonial checks to community organizations from across New Jersey’s 10th Congressional District. These checks recognize over $10 million McIver secured through federal Community Project Funding for her district as part of the Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations process. “I will always fight to bring back dollars to this district, where they will have a real impact on our lives. New Jerseyans deserve to have their tax … Continue Reading
February 18, 2026
McIver Joins New Jersey Democratic Delegation in Statewide Initiative to Stop Proposed ICE Warehouse in Roxbury
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) joined Congressman Rob Menendez's statewide initiative to oppose the proposed Immigration and Customs Enforcement (“ICE”) warehouse facility in Roxbury Township, New Jersey. Menendez’s effort is joined by Senator Andy Kim and Congressmembers Herb Conaway Jr., MD (NJ-3), Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5), Donald Norcross (NJ-1), Frank Pallone (NJ-6), Nellie Pou (NJ-9), and Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12). “After his Administration bragged about … Continue Reading
January 19, 2026
ICYMI: The New Yorker on The Congresswoman Criminalized for Visiting ICE Detainees
Washington, D.C. - In case you missed it, this morning, The New Yorker published a long-form profile of Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10), who is facing 17 years in prison over a legally authorized congressional oversight visit. The piece sheds new light on the inner workings of the Department of Justice as it prosecutes McIver and contextualizes McIver’s oversight actions with new reporting, including that based on body cam footage from McIver’s May encounter with Immigration and Customs … Continue Reading
January 12, 2026
McIver Announces “Kora” App as Winner of NJ-10 Congressional App Challenge
Washington, D.C. - Shortly before the New Year, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) announced Kora as the winning app of the NJ-10 Congressional App Challenge. Kora is an application to assist caregivers by helping autistic children communicate. The app integrates emotion recognition, interactive games, conversational AI, and community assistance. “After a competitive judging process, we’re excited to share that the winning app is Kora. The student team demonstrated not just proficiency in … Continue Reading
January 05, 2026
McIver on Judge’s Denial of Remaining Motion to Dismiss
NEWARK, NJ - The federal judge overseeing the prosecution of Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) today denied her motion to dismiss Count 2 of the indictment. Despite the fact that the case centers around McIver’s legally authorized congressional oversight visit to an ICE detention facility in her district in May 2025, the judge held that legislative immunity did not apply. McIver made the following statement in response to the court’s opinion: “Legislative oversight of an ICE detention … Continue Reading
December 29, 2025
McIver Files Appeal Notice in ICE Oversight Case, Says She’s Not Backing Down
NEWARK, NJ - Today, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) filed a notice of appeal after, in November, a federal judge ruled to deny pretrial motions to dismiss the case against her. The appeal will focus on legislative immunity. The charges against McIver, brought by the Trump administration, stem from a lawful oversight visit to an ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) detention center in Newark, New Jersey, in May 2025. McIver faces up to 17 years in federal prison. “From the … Continue Reading