The borough considered a resolution prohibiting its property being used for immigration enforcement. It also discussed a measure condemning criticism of law enforcement from NJ Assemblyman Alex Sauickie (R, NJ-12) prior to its planned introduction in the statehouse. Sign in or subscribe to continue reading...
September 9, 2026
Iemad Saifo, chef-owner of Zena’s American Mediterranean Cuisine and Catering, was detained by immigration authorities at a routine check-in. Saifo, who has several available pathways to citizenship, is being held at Delaney Hall. His children fear for his well-being in a detention center that recently sustained a medically related death. Sign in or subscribe to continue reading...
August 4, 2026
The owners of El Nopalito Mexican Restaurant say they’re fearful for what might happen to two of their kitchen staff who were taken into custody in Camden City yesterday. Neighbors are dispirited by the action, but an immigration attorney says that’s part of the intention of an uptick in enforcement across the region. Sign in or subscribe to continue reading...
July 22, 2026
Citing compliance with the statewide Immigrant Trust Directive and a desire to secure access to vital services for residents, the resolution prohibits federal officers from using county-owned property for immigration enforcement, and forbids county employees to assist in such activities. Sign in or subscribe to continue reading…
April 17, 2026