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New Jersey ICE Facility Faces Scrutiny After Detainee's Death

New Jersey ICE Facility Faces Scrutiny After Detainee's Death

Edwin Lopez-Cornejo, a Salvadoran immigrant detained at Delaney Hall in Newark, New Jersey, died following a medical emergency. The facility, operated by the GEO Group, has been criticized for alleged inhumane conditions. Lopez-Cornejo's death is the latest in a series of fatalities among ICE detainees, prompting calls for investigations and the closure of the facility. His family, supported by local officials, demands an independent investigation and the release of medical records. The Department of Homeland Security denies claims of poor conditions, asserting detainees receive proper care.

El Salvador Man's Death in New Jersey Detention Facility Sparks Outcry

El Salvador Man's Death in New Jersey Detention Facility Sparks Outcry

Edwin Lopez-Cornejo, a 41-year-old man from El Salvador, has died at Delaney Hall, an immigration detention facility in Newark, New Jersey. His death has prompted protests and calls for an independent investigation into the facility's conditions. Civil rights groups and Democratic politicians, including Senator Cory Booker, have expressed concerns about the adequacy of medical care and oversight at the facility. ICE stated that Lopez-Cornejo received proper medical care while in custody. The facility has been a focal point for protests against President Trump's immigration policies and is owned by Geo Group, a private prison contractor.

New Jersey opens civil rights probe of privately run ICE detention center in Newark

New Jersey opens civil rights probe of privately run ICE detention center in Newark

By Steve Gorman Aug 7 (Reuters) - New Jersey civil rights officials have opened an investigation into the treatment of detainees at a controversial Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Newark run by the private prison company GEO Group, the state attorney general said on Friday.

New Jersey Launches Civil Rights Investigation into Delaney Hall ICE Facility Following Detainee Death

New Jersey Launches Civil Rights Investigation into Delaney Hall ICE Facility Following Detainee Death

New Jersey civil rights officials have initiated an investigation into Delaney Hall, a privately operated Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention center in Newark, following the death of Edwin Lopez-Cornejo, a detainee from El Salvador. Lopez-Cornejo died in custody after a medical emergency, raising concerns about the facility's medical care. The investigation, announced by the state attorney-general, will examine whether the actions or inactions of GEO Group employees, who manage the facility, violated detainees' civil rights. This development follows previous protests at Delaney Hall over alleged inadequate medical care and poor living conditions. The facility has been a focal point for demonstrations, with local politicians arrested during protests earlier this year.

N.J. House Democrats Demand Transparency from ICE on Delaney Hall Detainee Deaths

N.J. House Democrats Demand Transparency from ICE on Delaney Hall Detainee Deaths

New Jersey's nine House Democrats have demanded transparency from ICE regarding recent detainee deaths at Delaney Hall in Newark. In a letter to DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin and Acting ICE Director David Venturella, the lawmakers criticized the agency for not confirming one of the three alleged deaths. The letter highlights issues such as medical neglect and restricted oversight at the facility. The lawmakers also criticized ICE for rescinding a policy requiring congressional notification of deaths within 30 days of release from custody, arguing that this reduces transparency and accountability.

Booker and Kim Push for Closure of Delaney Hall Amid Detention Facility Concerns

Booker and Kim Push for Closure of Delaney Hall Amid Detention Facility Concerns

Senators Cory Booker and Andy Kim are advocating for the closure of Delaney Hall, an ICE detention facility in Newark, following the death of Edwin Lopez-Cornejo. This marks the third death at the facility in recent months, raising concerns about inadequate medical care and systemic failures. Booker and Kim have introduced legislation to close the facility and are calling for increased oversight and accountability in immigration detention practices. The facility, operated by a private contractor, has become a focal point for criticism of the immigration detention system.

U.S. Rep. Richard Neal Conducts Unannounced Visit to ICE Facility in Massachusetts

U.S. Rep. Richard Neal Conducts Unannounced Visit to ICE Facility in Massachusetts

U.S. Representative Richard Neal, a Democrat from Springfield, recently made an unannounced visit to a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in Burlington, Massachusetts. The visit was part of his congressional oversight duties, aimed at ensuring humane treatment and timely processing of detainees. Neal's visit follows the recent death of an ICE detainee, Edwin Lopez-Cornejo, at a New Jersey facility, which has raised concerns about detainee treatment. Neal emphasized the importance of such visits to hold immigration officials accountable and to counter claims by President Trump that ICE focuses on detaining only the most dangerous individuals. During his visit, Neal reported that ICE officials cooperated with his inquiries.

Family of Deceased ICE Detainee in New Jersey Alleges Medical Negligence, Calls for Investigation

Family of Deceased ICE Detainee in New Jersey Alleges Medical Negligence, Calls for Investigation

The family of Edwin Lopez-Cornejo, a man from El Salvador who died while in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody at the Delaney Hall detention facility in New Jersey, is alleging medical negligence and demanding an independent investigation into his death. Lopez-Cornejo, who had underlying health conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and epilepsy, reportedly did not receive necessary medical attention, according to his family. ICE stated that Lopez-Cornejo experienced a medical emergency and was attended to by facility staff before being pronounced dead at University Hospital in Newark. The incident has drawn attention to the conditions in ICE detention facilities, with rights groups criticizing the treatment of detainees and calling for improved medical care.

Congressmen Torres and Latimer Criticize Conditions at Delaney Hall Detention Center

Congressmen Torres and Latimer Criticize Conditions at Delaney Hall Detention Center

Congressmen Ritchie Torres and George Latimer conducted a Congressional oversight visit at the Delaney Hall Immigration Detention Center in Newark, New Jersey. Delaney Hall, the largest immigration detention facility on the East Coast, is privately owned and operated by the GEO Group and currently holds hundreds of detainees. During the visit, Rep. Torres expressed concerns about the facility, noting that the vast majority of detainees have no criminal history and should not be detained. He criticized the Trump administration for spending $1 billion on the facility, which he believes should not exist. Torres highlighted the lack of medical care, with only one doctor available for 893 detainees, and described the facility as part of a larger private-prison mass-deportation complex.

Federal Judge Blocks New York's Ban on ICE Agents Wearing Masks, Upholds 287(g) Ban

Federal Judge Blocks New York's Ban on ICE Agents Wearing Masks, Upholds 287(g) Ban

A federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction against New York's law that prohibited immigration agents from wearing masks while on duty. U.S. District Judge Mae D’Agostino ruled that the state cannot enforce this ban, citing the Supremacy Clause, which prevents states from regulating federal officers. However, the judge upheld a separate provision of the law that bans 287(g) cooperation agreements between local police and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This decision is part of an ongoing legal battle between New York state officials and the Trump administration, which challenged the state's restrictions. Governor Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James expressed their intent to explore further legal options, emphasizing their belief that masked agents do not enhance public safety.

DHS Secretary Mullin Faces Criticism from Trump's Base Over Immigration Stance

DHS Secretary Mullin Faces Criticism from Trump's Base Over Immigration Stance

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin has drawn criticism from some of President Trump's supporters following his comments on immigration enforcement and work visas. At a recent National Governors Association meeting, Mullin advocated for more employment visas in the agriculture sector, a stance that some Republicans fear could take jobs from Americans. His comments on ICE raids also sparked controversy, as he emphasized targeting 'the worst of the worst' rather than conducting broad sweeps. Mullin's approach has been criticized by figures like Steve Bannon, who argue for more aggressive deportation policies.

Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge Hires First Full-Time Veterinarian Amid Calls for Delaney Hall Closure

Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge Hires First Full-Time Veterinarian Amid Calls for Delaney Hall Closure

Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge in Medford, New Jersey, has hired its first full-time veterinarian, Amanda Cameron, to care for the thousands of animals it receives annually. This development marks a significant milestone for the refuge, which has been operating for nearly 70 years. Meanwhile, the family of Edwin Jeovanny López Cornejo, an immigrant from El Salvador who died at the Delaney Hall ICE facility, is demanding the closure of the detention center. They allege that López Cornejo did not receive adequate medical care while in custody.