US congresswoman indicted by grand jury over immigration centre scuffle
Summary
US Congresswoman LaMonica McIver was charged by a grand jury for interfering with federal law enforcement during a situation at an immigration center in Newark. She faces charges related to a confrontation with law enforcement at the site on May 9. McIver denies the charges and plans to plead not guilty.Key Facts
- Congresswoman LaMonica McIver was indicted for interfering with law enforcement at an immigration center in Newark, New Jersey.
- The incident took place on May 9 during a visit to the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) center.
- A federal grand jury filed a three-count indictment against her on Tuesday.
- The charges could result in a maximum sentence of 17 years in prison if convicted.
- Video footage from the incident showed chaotic scenes involving police officers, ICE agents, journalists, and protesters.
- The Congress members and Newark Mayor Ras Baraka were given access to the facility during their visit.
- The indictment claims McIver blocked a Department of Homeland Security agent from arresting Mayor Baraka.
- McIver's lawyer stated they expect her to be cleared of the charges in court.
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