Trump Admin Threatens Democrat Arrests Over Protest
Following a confrontation at a New Jersey ICE facility, a DHS official confirmed that arresting Democratic members of Congress is under consideration. This announcement comes after Newark Mayor Baraka’s arrest, the circumstances of which are disputed. DHS claims body camera footage shows lawmakers assaulting ICE officers, while the lawmakers deny wrongdoing and allege assault by ICE agents. The arrests would represent a significant escalation in tensions between the administration and Congress, raising concerns about separation of powers. Legal challenges are expected to follow.