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Governor Sherrill's Plan to Document ICE Sparks Controversy

2/1/2026

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New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill announced plans to document federal immigration enforcement actions, including a portal to upload footage and to prohibit ICE operations on state property.
During an appearance on The Daily Show, she urged residents to record interactions with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents.
The Department of Homeland Security criticized these measures as undermining public safety by hindering removal of dangerous individuals.

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New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill announced plans to document federal immigration enforcement actions, including a portal to upload footage and to prohibit ICE operations on state property.
During an appearance on The Daily Show, she urged residents to record interactions with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents.
The Department of Homeland Security criticized these measures as undermining public safety by hindering removal of dangerous individuals.