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Trenton NJ, according to Assemblyman Robert J. Auth a new legislative bill is calling for the repeal of Attorney General Law Enforcement Directive No. 2018-6, a controversial policy that limits local law enforcement’s ability to cooperate with federal immigration authorities. Supporters argue that restricting collaboration with ICE poses a significant threat to public safety, while opponents claim it protects immigrant communities from unnecessary detentions.
What the Bill Proposes
If passed, this legislation would:
- Require the Attorney General to repeal Directive No. 2018-6, which currently limits communication between state, county, and local law enforcement and federal immigration officials.
- Allow local police to notify ICE of an individual’s pending release from custody—a practice currently prohibited under the directive.
- Permit law enforcement to detain individuals past their scheduled release time based on an ICE civil immigration detainer request.
- Enhance law enforcement’s ability to assist federal immigration authorities in enforcing civil immigration law.
Why Supporters Want the Directive Repealed
Proponents argue that the current restrictions create loopholes for criminals and jeopardize public safety by:
- Preventing ICE from taking custody of undocumented individuals with criminal records upon their release.
- Limiting law enforcement’s ability to remove dangerous individuals from communities.
- Creating inconsistencies between state and federal law enforcement agencies, making it harder to ensure effective policing.
Opposition and Concerns
Opponents of the bill argue that repealing Directive No. 2018-6 could:
- Erode trust between immigrant communities and local law enforcement, making individuals less likely to report crimes.
- Lead to increased racial profiling and wrongful detentions, even for non-criminal undocumented immigrants.
- Burden local law enforcement agencies with federal immigration responsibilities, diverting resources from other public safety initiatives.
What Happens Next?
With public safety and immigration enforcement being hot-button issues, this bill is expected to spark intense debate. The Legislature must now weigh public safety concerns against civil rights and community trust in law enforcement.
Will the bill gain enough support to pass, or will restrictions on local-ICE cooperation remain in place? Stay tuned as the debate unfolds.
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Better tell your guys to put their gas powered leaf blowers on silent mode because when I hear them I will be taking full advantage of this to report some suspicious activities. Oh yes.
Murphy spent $11.5 million (taxpayers dollars) to protect illegals! This must be reversed!
Repel 2018-6 and unchain the hands of law enforcement. Illegals are harming our citizens, causing schools to be overwhelmed w/non English speaking students, raising car ins. And overloading our healthcare-time is up
impeach murphy and his syncophants
NJ needs a DOGE!