N.J. Gov. Mikie Sherrill says she wants access to Delaney Hall ICE facility amid protests

Source: CBS News

Updated on: May 24, 2026 / 11:22 PM EDT


New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is asking U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to let her inside the Delaney Hall detention center in Newark, where hundreds of immigrants are being held.

Protesters began gathering outside Delaney Hall on Friday, alleging detainees are enduring horrible conditions.

In a statement, Sherrill said:

"I'm deeply disturbed by reports of the poor conditions at Delaney Hall. Unsafe, inhumane, and unconstitutional living conditions are completely unacceptable.

"I have long opposed private detention facilities and advocated against them. I will continue to call for the closure of Delaney Hall because of reports like these.

"I have contacted ICE to gain access to the facility and my office remains in close coordination with our federal delegation and with advocates, and I commend their continued oversight and work to hold DHS accountable.

"I will continue working with our partners to closely monitor the situation and to do what's necessary to ensure humane conditions."

Saturday, a Department of Homeland Security spokesperson said, in part, "All detainees [at Delaney Hall] are provided with 3 meals a day, clean water, clothing, bedding, showers, soap, and toiletries. ... Certified dieticians evaluate meals."

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