Booker Discusses Newark ICE Protests as Congress Returns to Washington
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Updated · NPR · Jun 1
Booker Discusses Newark ICE Protests as Congress Returns to Washington
3 articles · Updated · NPR · Jun 1
Sen. Cory Booker told NPR he was addressing protests around an ICE detention facility in Newark while lawmakers head back to Washington.
Steve Inskeep’s interview paired the New Jersey unrest with a broader look at Congress’ agenda as the Senate and House resume work.
The discussion centered on two immediate pressures for Democrats: immigration flashpoints in Booker’s home state and the policy fights awaiting them on Capitol Hill.
As new laws target immigrants for detention before conviction, what does this mean for the future of due process?
With unprecedented funding for immigration enforcement, what metrics will determine if these billions are improving public safety and order?
With detainee deaths at a two-decade high, how can accountability be ensured as internal oversight of detention facilities diminishes?