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Judge Orders DOJ to Release Videos in McIver Assault Case

10/22/2025

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A federal judge ordered the Department of Justice to provide videos in the case against LaMonica McIver, a New Jersey Congresswoman accused of assaulting immigration agents.
Judge Jamel K. Semper criticized Homeland Security for posting prejudicial information about the case.
McIver's defense says the charges are politically motivated and violate the speech or debate clause.
Supporters say prosecutors aim to intimidate McIver for her oversight role.

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A federal judge ordered the Department of Justice to provide videos in the case against LaMonica McIver, a New Jersey Congresswoman accused of assaulting immigration agents.
Judge Jamel K. Semper criticized Homeland Security for posting prejudicial information about the case.
McIver's defense says the charges are politically motivated and violate the speech or debate clause.
Supporters say prosecutors aim to intimidate McIver for her oversight role.