Why Mikie Sherrill embraced the obviously bogus Newark ICE protests
Mikie Sherrill's participation in the Newark ICE protests has raised questions about her political stance. The protests, which were framed as a response to alleged inhumane conditions at the detention center, appear to be more about broader political resistance than specific grievances. Critics argue that the Democratic establishment is increasingly aligning with radical elements within the party.
- ▪Protests outside the Delaney Hall immigration detention center in Newark were organized by radical groups.
- ▪Democratic leaders, including Mikie Sherrill, have shown support for these protests, indicating a shift in party dynamics.
- ▪The claims of inhumane conditions at the facility were criticized as exaggerated, with little evidence of serious abuses.
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Opinion editorial Why Mikie Sherrill embraced the obviously bogus Newark ICE protests By Post Editorial Board Published May 28, 2026, 6:30 a.m. ET Several protesters demonstrate and stand off with federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents outside the Delaney Hall immigration detention center in Newark, NJ on Wednesday. Kyle Mazza/Shutterstock See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Antifa and the local professional-protest crew opened the spring rioting season last weekend at the Delaney Park ICE detention facility in Newark — and New Jersey’s Democratic establishment embraced the radicals, once again putting the lie to Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s pretenses of being a moderate.
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