""The facts of this case will prove I was simply doing my job," McIver said, defending herself against what she claims are politically motivated charges."
"The charges stem from an incident where McIver allegedly interfered with federal officers trying to arrest Newark Mayor Ras Baraka outside an immigration facility."
Rep. LaMonica McIver of New Jersey has been indicted on three counts after allegedly interfering with federal officers during an incident at the Delaney Hall Federal Immigration Facility. The charges are related to a physical altercation near the facility while law enforcement attempted to arrest Newark Mayor Ras Baraka. McIver claims the indictment is politically motivated and asserts her innocence, asserting she was fulfilling her duties. The incident draws attention amid controversy regarding the facility's operations and several criticisms from local officials.
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