Mullin threatens to pull agents from Newark airport over ICE detention center protest
Summary
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin threatened to remove Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers from Newark Liberty International Airport to support ICE agents dealing with protests at the nearby detention center. The protests are about conditions at the ICE detention center in Newark, and removing CBP officers could cause delays in processing international flights and passengers.Key Facts
- Protests at Newark’s Delaney Hall ICE detention center have lasted seven days over reports of poor detainee conditions.
- ICE agents have clashed with protesters, using pepper spray and batons to clear blocked access to the facility.
- Secretary Mullin said he may pull CBP officers from the airport to help protect ICE employees and manage protests.
- Removing CBP officers could delay processing of international flights and cargo at Newark airport.
- The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has not commented on this possible move.
- Travel industry groups strongly oppose the plan, warning it would harm the travel industry and local communities.
- Mullin has suggested similar actions could apply to other airports in “sanctuary” jurisdictions.
- No final decision has yet been made, but Mullin plans to act quickly if protests continue.
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