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
December 23, 2025
McIver, Menendez, Clarke Conduct Oversight Visit at Delaney Hall
NEWARK, N.J. - Today, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) conducted an oversight visit at Delaney Hall, an ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) detention facility in Newark, New Jersey. She was joined by Reps. Yvette Clarke (NY-09) and Rob Menendez (NJ-08) for the visit. Last week, McIver learned of the death of a man who had been detained at Delaney Hall. In May, McIver, Menendez and Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman conducted a legally protected inspection of Delaney Hall. The visit, which … Continue Reading
December 19, 2025
Delaney Hall Detainee Dies in ICE Custody, McIver Demands Accountability
NEWARK, NJ - A man detained at Delaney Hall in Newark, New Jersey, died last week in ICE custody, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) was informed this week. McIver and others have repeatedly called into question the conditions at Delaney Hall since its opening earlier this year. That legally protected oversight and scrutiny has caused the Trump administration to attempt to curtail oversight, going so far as to rewrite the guidelines to try to eliminate the ability of members of Congress to … Continue Reading
December 18, 2025
McIver Introduces Bill to Rename Newark Penn Station in Honor of Congressman Donald Payne, Jr.
Washington, D.C. - Today, on what would have been his 67th birthday, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) introduced a bill to rename Newark Penn Station for Donald M. Payne, Jr. Located at 1 Raymond Plaza West Newark, NJ, the station would be renamed the Donald M. Payne, Jr. Transit Center at Newark Penn Station to honor the late Donald Payne, Jr., a devoted public servant and transit champion, who dedicated 12 years to serving New Jersey’s 10th Congressional District in the House of … Continue Reading
December 16, 2025
McIver Introduces Bill Aimed at Lowering Household Energy Costs During Inflation
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) introduced the Utility Price Lift In Flux & Transition (UPLIFT) Act, a bill aimed at easing the burden of household energy costs during inflation spikes through the creation of a new federal tax credit. The tax credit would offer relief and stability to Americans by addressing the rising, unpredictable costs of their utilities. “Making paying the bills a little easier is exactly why I am introducing the UPLIFT Act. Every … Continue Reading
November 18, 2025
McIver Bill Passes Markup, Aimed at Improving Small Business Options
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver’s (NJ-10) Improving SBA Engagement on Employee Ownership Act was marked up and passed out of committee, clearing a major hurdle and sailing out of the House Small Business Committee by unanimous vote. The bipartisan bill, which McIver introduced with Congressman Rob Bresnahan Jr. (PA-08), would create a stronger, fairer economy by ensuring the Small Business Administration fulfills its duty to support Employee Stock Ownership Plans … Continue Reading
November 13, 2025
McIver and Counsel on Judge’s Denial of Motions to Dismiss in Ongoing Case
NEWARK, NJ - A federal district judge in United States v. McIver, ruled today to deny pretrial motions to dismiss the case against Rep. LaMonica McIver (NJ-10). The motions were made by the congresswoman and her defense team and argued in court on October 21. McIver and counsel sought to have criminal charges brought against her by the Trump administration dismissed on two separate bases: one on legislative immunity and the other on selective and vindictive prosecution. From the charges, … Continue Reading
October 31, 2025
NJ Democrats Call to Stop Assault on SNAP Benefits
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Donald Trump’s USDA has instructed state SNAP agencies not to distribute November benefits. As a result, SNAP beneficiaries in New Jersey will begin missing benefits tomorrow. SNAP is vital to more than 820,000 recipients in New Jersey, the vast majority of whom are children, seniors, or people with disabilities. In response to this attack on New Jerseyans and SNAP beneficiaries nationwide, the Democratic members of New Jersey’s Congressional Delegation, U.S. Senators Cory … Continue Reading
October 27, 2025
McIver Denounces ICE Using Shutdown as Excuse to Deny Oversight
NEWARK, NJ - Today, POLITICO reported that the Department of Homeland Security would no longer allow members of Congress to conduct oversight visits, citing the government shutdown. Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10), who was charged by the Trump administration and indicted in connection with an oversight visit she conducted in May at an ICE detention facility in her district, issued the following statement: “ICE wants to operate in the dark and this president wants to let them. Trump and … Continue Reading
October 21, 2025
McIver Speaks After Oral Arguments Outside of Courthouse
NEWARK, NJ - Today, a federal court in Newark, New Jersey, heard oral arguments in the ongoing criminal case against Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) brought by the Trump administration. The court reserved ruling on the Congresswoman’s motions to dismiss, but instructed the government to take down certain public statements negatively describing Rep. McIver, and to provide additional discovery, such as video footage and government policies. A transcript of Rep. McIver’s full remarks from … Continue Reading
October 01, 2025
McIver Statement on Republican Shutdown
As congressional Republicans allowed for a government shutdown to go into effect at 12:01 a.m. on October 1, Rep. LaMonica McIver released the following statement: "Republicans have literally shut down the government rather than take action to keep healthcare costs from going through the roof. Democrats remain ready to work. It’s time for Republicans to do their jobs." In spite of Republicans' unwillingness to come to the table and do the right thing for the American people, McIver is still … Continue Reading
September 19, 2025
McIver Votes Against Partisan Funding Bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Rep. LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) voted no on a partisan continuing resolution. She released the following statement. “I ran for Congress to keep our communities healthy and safe. The Republican continuing resolution fails that test. It does nothing to address the looming healthcare crisis or to stop Trump from illegally withholding critical funds from programs he doesn’t like. I won’t support a harmful, partisan bill that betrays the people I serve. Simple as … Continue Reading
September 02, 2025
McIver Responds to Censure and Committee Removal Threat
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Tonight, Rep. Clay Higgins moved to force a vote to censure Rep. LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) and remove her from the House Committee on Homeland Security because of an oversight visit the Congresswoman conducted in May. In response, McIver released the following statement: “We were all elected to do the people’s work. I take that responsibility seriously—Clay Higgins clearly does not. Instead of making life any better for the people he represents, he’s seeking to punish me for … Continue Reading
August 13, 2025
McIver and Menendez Hold Dialogue Series to Stand Up for Democracy
NEWARK, N.J. - Over the past two days, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) and Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) convened with Jersey City and Newark residents to discuss the work they are doing to stand up to the Trump administration’s escalating attacks on democracy. During these meetings, the congressmembers highlighted the harmful impact of Trump’s Big Ugly Bill and anti-immigration policies, and the urgent need for community-based solutions and lawmaker action to protect civil rights for … Continue Reading
August 11, 2025
McIver Convenes Experts on Trump’s Attacks on NJ School Lunch Programs
JERSEY CITY, N.J. - Today, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) hosted educators, officials, and impacted parents to discuss the devastating impact of the Trump administration’s cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) that will cut into school food programs that support New Jersey’s students. Trump’s attacks on school lunch for children are a result of the Big Ugly Bill that made the largest SNAP cut in history—$186 billion—and was signed into law after Republicans passed … Continue Reading
July 03, 2025
McIver Votes No on Republicans’ Big UGLY Bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. - This afternoon, after more than 29 hours of floor activity and Republican infighting, House Republicans jammed through H.R. 1, their Big Ugly Bill that will gut Medicaid, strip food assistance programs, and give massive tax breaks to the richest people and corporations. Upon passage of this devastating legislation that rips healthcare away from 17 million Americans and decimates SNAP, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10), who voted against the bill, released the following … Continue Reading
June 25, 2025
McIver Speaks on Political Intimidation, Faith in Process After Entering Plea
NEWARK, NJ - Today, after pleading not guilty to charges brought against her, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) made the following statement to supporters outside of the federal courthouse in Newark: “First of all, good morning to each and every one of you. I want to thank you all for being here. As Paul just mentioned, I just left out of court and pleaded not guilty—because I'm not guilty, and we will fight this. “At the end of the day, this is all about political intimidation. The … Continue Reading
June 12, 2025
McIver Statement on Events Unfolding at Delaney Hall
“I am carefully monitoring the situation unfolding at Delaney Hall, and am in contact with local and state law enforcement and officials. I have serious concerns about the reports of abusive circumstances at the facility. Even now, as we are hearing reports from news organizations and advocates on the ground about a lack of food and basic rights for those inside, the administration appears to be stonewalling efforts to learn the truth. My office has reached out to ICE for answers. ICE has not … Continue Reading
June 10, 2025
McIver Issues Statement on Indictment
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) was indicted following baseless political charges brought by the administration. She released the following statement in response: “The facts of this case will prove I was simply doing my job and will expose these proceedings for what they are: a brazen attempt at political intimidation. This indictment is no more justified than the original charges, and is an effort by Trump’s administration to dodge accountability for the chaos … Continue Reading
June 03, 2025
McIver Issues Statement on Baraka Lawsuit
NEWARK, NJ - Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) issued the following statement on Newark Mayor Ras Baraka filing suitagainst Alina Habba, interim U.S. Attorney for New Jersey, and Ricky Patel, DHS Special Agent in Charge. Baraka’s suit allegesfalse arrest and malicious prosecution: “The way Mayor Baraka was treated at Delaney Hall was outrageous. It is beyond clear that there was never any legal or factual basis to arrest or charge him. The administration's playing politics with our … Continue Reading