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American Focus > Blog > Politics > US Attorney Alina Habba Dismisses Criminal Trespass Charge Against Newark Mayor Ras Baraka |
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US Attorney Alina Habba Dismisses Criminal Trespass Charge Against Newark Mayor Ras Baraka |

Last updated: May 19, 2025 6:35 pm
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US Attorney Drops Trespass Charge Against Newark Mayor Ras Baraka

In a surprising turn of events on Monday evening, US Attorney Alina Habba announced the dismissal of a misdemeanor trespass charge against Newark’s Mayor Ras Baraka. This charge had been linked to the mayor’s recent, rather theatrical escapade at the Delaney Hall ICE detention center earlier this month.

“After extensive consideration, we have agreed to dismiss Mayor Baraka’s misdemeanor charge of trespass,” Habba stated in an official communication shared on X. The decision seems to reflect a nuanced approach to the complexities involved, rather than a straightforward legal victory or defeat.

In a gesture that might be perceived as an olive branch—or perhaps a well-timed photo opportunity—Habba extended an invitation to Mayor Baraka to tour the Delaney Hall facility. “The government has nothing to hide at this facility, and I will personally accompany the mayor so he can see that firsthand,” she added, suggesting a desire for transparency amidst the ongoing tensions surrounding immigration enforcement.

Charges Filed Against Congresswoman LaMonica McIver

However, the plot thickens as Habba simultaneously announced that Democrat Congresswoman LaMonica McIver now faces charges for allegedly assaulting ICE agents. In her statement, she referenced the legal framework, invoking Title 18, United States Code, Section 111(a)(1), which addresses assaulting and interfering with law enforcement officials. The implications of this charge could reverberate through the political arena, as lawmakers grapple with their roles in contentious immigration debates.

Today my office has charged Congresswoman McIver with violation of Title 18, United States Code, Section 111(a)(1) for assaulting, impeding and interfering with law enforcement. pic.twitter.com/TV00uwRtKq

— US Attorney Habba (@USAttyHabba) May 19, 2025

Baraka’s Arrest: A Dramatic Scene

The sequence of events leading to Baraka’s initial arrest created quite the spectacle. Reports indicate that the mayor was taken into custody after vocally confronting agents at the Delaney Hall facility, having entered the premises through a gate. Witnesses described a chaotic atmosphere where members of Congress had to intervene as tensions escalated.

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Newark Mayor Ras Baraka arrested for criminal trespass at ICE detention facility / screengrab

As reported by News12NJ, the mayor was reportedly shouting at ICE agents after gaining access, leading to a confrontation that culminated in his arrest. The image of a mayor clashing with federal agents at an immigration facility is certainly one for the political history books.

Mayor Ras Baraka was arrested at the Delaney Hall ICE detention center after an argument with agents. Members of congress here for a scheduled visit, were shoved after trying to include Baraka in conversations after he gained entry through the gate.@news12nj #newark @News12NJ pic.twitter.com/6UDQWiIhQ7

— Amanda Lee (@amandaleetv) May 9, 2025

Alina Habba previously characterized Baraka’s actions as a blatant disregard for the law. “The Mayor of Newark, Ras Baraka, committed trespass and ignored multiple warnings from Homeland Security Investigations to remove himself from the ICE detention center in Newark, New Jersey this afternoon. He has willingly chosen to disregard the law. That will not stand in this state. He has been taken into custody. NO ONE IS ABOVE THE LAW,” she asserted, underscoring the ramifications of his actions.

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