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Hudson County, NJ, Renews 10-Year Contract with ICE Despite Vocal Public Opposition

HeadlineNov 25, 2020

Immigration advocates are condemning officials in Hudson County, New Jersey, for approving a new 10-year jail contract with Immigration and Customs Enforcement. More than 75 people spoke out against the contract renewal at a 10-hour public meeting Tuesday. Despite overwhelming opposition, the all-Democratic board still approved the deal.

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