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 justice … Continue Reading
May 22, 2025
McIver Statement on House Passage of GOP Tax Scam
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Upon passage of the GOP tax scam through the House, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10), who voted against the bill, released the following statement:“Gutting programs that make food more affordable, healthcare accessible, and life better for families across this country is despicable,” said McIver. “This Republican caucus is more committed to bowing to Donald Trump and giving handouts billionaires than they are to serving and standing up for everyday … Continue Reading
May 19, 2025
McIver Issues Statement on Charges
NEWARK, NJ — Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) released the following statement responding to charges brought against her:“Earlier this month, I joined my colleagues to inspect the treatment of ICE detainees at Delaney Hall in my district. We were fulfilling our lawful oversight responsibilities, as members of Congress have done many times before, and our visit should have been peaceful and short. Instead, ICE agents created an unnecessary and unsafe confrontation when they chose to arrest … Continue Reading
May 12, 2025
McIver on the Passing of Fmr. Newark Mayor Sharpe James
NEWARK, NJ — Today, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) released the following statement on the passing of former Newark Mayor Sharpe James: “Mayor Sharpe James was a leader whose influence shaped the very identity of our city. Newark’s longest-serving mayor, SharpeJames dedicated his life to public service, striving to uplift our community and shape the city's future.“Under his leadership, Newark saw significant development, and his deep commitment to the city he loved left a lasting … Continue Reading
May 10, 2025
McIver Statement on Her Experience at Delaney Hall, ICE Mistreatment, Mayor Arrest
NEWARK, NJ - After her visit yesterday to Delaney Hall and the ensuing chaos, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) released the following statement about what transpired at, and after, what should have been a routine oversight visit in her district: “Yesterday, at Delaney Hall, I witnessed firsthand the chaos and cruelty that defines the Trump administration’s immigration policy. As we have done before, we went to conduct lawful congressional oversight—to do our jobs and demand answers for … Continue Reading
May 09, 2025
McIver Statement on Newark Airport Radar Screen Blackout
NEWARK, NJ - After reports that the radar screens at Newark Liberty International Airport went dark early Friday morning—following weeks of crisis-level conditions that have threatened passenger safety, worker conditions, and functionality of the aviation hub in her district—Rep. LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) released the following statement:“The latest reported radar blackout at Newark airport is unacceptable and horrifying. For about a minute and a half, our air traffic controllers were unable to … Continue Reading
May 07, 2025
ICYMI: McIver Leads Demand for Immediate Action at Newark Airport
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Yesterday, Rep. LaMonica McIver called on United States Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy and Acting FAA Administrator Chris Rocheleau to immediately address the ongoing crisis at Newark Liberty International Airport that has made air traffic controllers' work nearly impossible, grounded more than thirty flights a day, led to significant delays, and threatened passenger safety. McIver’s district includes the Newark airport.In a letter to the secretary and administrator, … Continue Reading
April 23, 2025
McIver Leads All NJ Dems in Opposing Attacks on LIHEAP
NEWARK, NJ - Rep. LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) led all New Jersey House and Senate Democrats in condemning the recent surprise firing of the entire staff responsible for administering the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), and calling for assurances that the program would not stall. In a letter to Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. today, the members demanded Kennedy reinstate those fired workers, expedite the distribution of LIHEAP funds to people in need, … Continue Reading
April 17, 2025
McIver Introduces Bill to Get Guns Off Street
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Rep. LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) introduced a bill to prevent gun violence, remove unwanted firearms from communities nationwide and empower local safety efforts. The Safer Neighborhoods Gun Buyback Act of 2025, co-led by Reps. Jahana Hayes (CT-05) and Wesley Bell (MO-01), would invest $360 million to establish state and local gun buyback programs with grant funding, making it easier and safer to get guns off the streets.The bill engages state, local and tribal entities, … Continue Reading