Story perspectives
Judge Denies McIver's Motion Amid Assault Charges
1/6/2026
32 3
1 of 1
Story summary
- A federal judge denied Rep. LaMonica McIver's (D-N.J.) motion to dismiss the assault charge.
- United States District Judge Jamel Semper ruled McIver's actions during a congressional visit to a New Jersey detention center do not fall under legislative immunity.
- Video evidence shows she initiated contact with immigration officers.
- Prosecutors allege she tried to block Newark Mayor Ras Baraka's arrest.
- McIver denied wrongdoing and rejected a plea deal.
