Hunger strike at New Jersey ICE facility enters ninth day as protesters face off with Trump supporters - The Guardian

A hunger strike at the Delaney Hall Immigration Detention Facility in Newark, New Jersey, has entered its ninth day. The protest, which began on March 1, involves detainees demanding better living conditions and treatment.

The facility’s surroundings have been restricted due to the ongoing protests. According to reports, Newark Mayor Ras Baraka has ordered a mandatory curfew for the area surrounding the facility, approximately half a mile in radius.

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy’s office has stated that the violence during the protest is being caused by outsiders, not the protesters themselves. The governor has attempted to calm tensions by urging both sides to lower their temperatures.

The situation outside the facility remains volatile, with police presence high. Reports indicate that ICE supporters and protesters have clashed, resulting in heavy police response.

Detainees at the facility are continuing their hunger strike, which began on March 1. The exact demands of the protesters are not specified in the reports provided.

The Delaney Hall Immigration Detention Facility is a privately operated detention center contracted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

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