New Jersey congresswoman claims immunity at Third Circuit amid ICE assault charges

New Jersey Congresswoman LaMonica McIver is defending herself against assault charges stemming from a physical altercation that erupted when ICE agents arrested Newark Mayor Ras Baraka outside a New Jersey immigration facility. McIver, who could face up to 17 years in prison, argued before the Third Circuit that she should have immunity as a congresswoman. The case is significant because it highlights the contentious interactions between ICE agents and local officials, raising questions about the balance of power and accountability in immigration enforcement. This case underscores the broader debate about the treatment of local leaders and the role of federal immigration authorities in local jurisdictions.