New Jersey has launched a portal for residents to report ICE activities, including uploading photos and videos, as part of an executive order signed by Governor Mikie Sherrill.
In response to concerns over immigration enforcement activities, Governor Mikie Sherrill of New Jersey has signed Executive Order Number 12, which establishes a new portal enabling residents to upload photos and videos of ICE agents in action. This initiative aims to provide community members with a means to document and report on immigration enforcement in their neighborhoods, promoting transparency and accountability regarding immigration operations.
The executive order also takes measures to protect residents by explicitly prohibiting federal immigration enforcement agents from using non-public spaces on state properties for their operations. This aspect of the order reflects a push from local officials to maintain a certain degree of separation between federal activities and state governance, while also addressing concerns about the implications of ICE's presence in local communities.
Overall, the portal and executive order are part of a broader strategy to foster trust within immigrant communities and encourage residents to feel safe in reporting instances of aggressive enforcement without fear of retaliation. This action positions New Jersey as a state actively working to protect the rights and dignity of its residents amidst ongoing national debates on immigration policy and enforcement practices.
