AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoICE Detention Crisis at Delaney Hall: Hundreds of detainees at Newark’s Delaney Hall are now in a hunger-and-work strike (about 300 reported) as protests outside turned chaotic again on Memorial Day. Gov. Mikie Sherrill Blocked: Sherrill says DHS denied her access to the facility, while DHS counters that the claims are a “political stunt.” Sen. Andy Kim Pepper-Sprayed: Kim says he was pepper-sprayed during clashes while trying to de-escalate, after he gained entry for an oversight visit. Visitation Suspended: DHS says visitation was paused for safety after protesters blocked entrances and a transfer vehicle was allegedly obstructed. Transfer Dispute: Officials say detainee Martin Soto was moved to another facility, while protesters say force was used during the standoff. Other Health Policy Watch: Separately, Maryland AG Brown is leading a coalition challenging a federal rule that limits access to student loans for professional degree programs—an issue tied to future healthcare workforce capacity.
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