US attorneys for Alina Habba, New Jersey, announced that federal trespassing charges against Newark Mayor Ras Baraka have been dismissed.
Baraka is Arrested On May 9, outside the immigration and customs enforcement facilities in Newark, during a visit with members of the New Jersey Congressional Mission.
"After extensive consideration, we agree to dismiss Mayor Baraka's misdemeanor charge of trespassing in order to move forward," Habba said in a statement to social media on Monday.
Baraka, who is currently running for governor Appear in court last week. At the time, prosecutors said they would be on the case for trial.
"I am glad that the US Attorney has agreed that this case should be dismissed. I have had strong relationships with prior US Attorneys, and I plan to speak with the current US Attorney about issues on which we can cooperate. As to Delaney Hall, I will continue to advocate for the human treatment of details, and I will continue to press the facility to ensure that it is compliant with City of Newark codes and regulations," Baraka said in a statement.
Habba also announced that her office accused U.S. Rep. Lamonica McIver of "attacking, obstructing and interfering with law enforcement" during a visit to Delaney Hall.
"Earlier this month, I joined colleagues to check the treatment of ice detainees in Delaney Hall in my area. We are fulfiling legal oversight responsibilities because members of Congress have done so many times before, and our visits should have been peaceful and short-lived," McPherson said in a statement to the allegations. "Instead, when the Icefield Agents chose to arrest Mayor Baraka, the hockey agents created unnecessary, unsafe confrontations. The allegations against me are purely political, they misunderstand my actions and distort my actions and intend to commit crimes and block legislation oversight. This administration will never stop me from working for the people in our area and giving representation to move forward. Court."
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem issued a statement saying the decision to accuse McVer was to "a thorough review of Delaney Hall's video."
Baraka added: "Congresswoman McIver is the daughter of Newark, former president of Newark, my former student and a dear friend. I think it clear: I stand with Lamonica and I totally hope she will be proven."
Baraka and McIver criticized Newark's icefield housing immigrants. They and others think it's Dangerous and illegaland the private company that contracted with ICE did not obtain a license and blocked the inspection. The Department of Homeland Security denied these claims.
"I invite the mayor to visit Delaney Hall. There is nothing to hide in the government in this facility and I will accompany the mayor in person so he can see it." "Citizens in New Jersey deserve unified leadership, so we can work to ensure our national security. The firing against the mayor is not the end of this."
President Trump appoints Haba, His long-term allywill become New Jersey's highest federal attorney in March.