Ras J. Baraka
Coverage of Ras J. Baraka in the Nexus archive.
- Blue state governor roasted as ‘arsonist’ putting out her own fire as she blames outside agitators at 'siege'
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill faced criticism for blaming out-of-state agitators for clashes at Delaney Hall detention facility, as critics highlighted minimal police presence before the unrest. Investigative journalist Alex Zdan accused Sherrill of creating the crisis, while a 27-year-old, Nicholas Matthew Scelfo, was charged for threatening an ICE officer's family during protests.
- Curfew established around Newark ICE facility after days of protests
A nightly curfew was imposed around an ICE facility in Newark, New Jersey, following days of protests over alleged inhumane conditions for detainees. Clashes between protesters and law enforcement escalated, with reports of weapons, tear gas, and fires, prompting officials to declare public safety concerns.
- Protesters, N.J. State Police clash outside Delaney Hall for 2nd night in a row
Protesters and New Jersey State Police clashed outside Delaney Hall for the second consecutive night. Newark Mayor Ras J. Baraka announced a curfew in the area moving forward.
- Anti-ICE agitators clash with federal agents outside New Jersey detention center as tensions escalate
Anti-ICE protesters clashed with federal agents outside the Delaney Hall immigration detention center in New Jersey, leading to detentions and road blockages. New Jersey Democrats criticized the facility's conditions, while the Department of Homeland Security accused activists of inciting unrest. A man was detained during the chaos, and protests continued amid reports of a hunger strike at the center.