Mayor Arrested Amidst Immigration Center Protest
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Newark Mayor Ras Baraka's arrest outside a New Jersey immigration detention center sparked a clash between federal agents and three Democratic congressmembers. The congressmembers, conducting oversight, allege the agents escalated the situation leading to Baraka's trespassing charge. The mayor, also a gubernatorial candidate, opposes the center's opening, citing permit issues. The facility, a large ICE detention center, is part of a major deal with GEO Group, expanding US detention capacity. The incident highlights ongoing political tensions surrounding immigration detention.
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