Delaney Hall anti-ICE clashes continue – despite New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s ‘peaceful’ protest zone
Clashes between anti-ICE protesters and law enforcement continued outside Delaney Hall in Newark, New Jersey. Despite Governor Mikie Sherrill's efforts to establish a 'peaceful' protest zone, tensions escalated with protesters ignoring police orders. The unrest was sparked by reports of inhumane conditions within the detention center.
- ▪Protests erupted over Memorial Day weekend due to reports of extreme overcrowding and poor conditions at Delaney Hall.
- ▪Governor Mikie Sherrill announced the establishment of 'peaceful' protest zones to reduce tensions.
- ▪Law enforcement used tear gas and pepper spray to control the unruly crowd, which breached protective barriers.
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Metro breaking Delaney Hall anti-ICE clashes continue – despite New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s ‘peaceful’ protest zone By Daniel Cody Published May 29, 2026, 11:29 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google The scene outside Delaney Hall detention center turned chaotic again Friday night with more clashes between anti-ICE protesters and agents – despite New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s attempt to establish a “peaceful” protest zone. The mob throughout the night continued their vile chants and ignored orders from police to disperse or face arrests as law enforcement used tear gas and pepper spray to restrain the unruly crowd, according to footage of the clashes.
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