- The curfew is supported by Gov. Mikie Sherrill and is an attempt by New Jersey Democrats to avoid federal intervention.
- State Attorney General Jenn Davenport stated that a large group took aggressive actions at Delaney Hall.
- Sherrill cited public safety as a reason for the curfew, stating, 'When the attacks took place last night, we had some red lines, one of them is obviously public safety and the safety of our law enforcement.'
- Sherrill announced the establishment of designated protest zones with State Police monitoring the area.
- President Donald Trump suggested to cancel performances at the Freedom 250 event after several musicians pulled out.
- Trump stated, We should have a giant MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN RALLY, instead of having overpriced singers, adding: Cancel it.
- Trump is slated to speak at the fair’s opening ceremony in June as part of the nation’s milestone birthday celebrations.
- Democrats, including Hakeem Jeffries, have called the facility’s conditions inhumane and have urged for heightened oversight.
- Make the Road New Jersey criticized the State Police’s intervention as 'an absolute disgrace'.
- Nedia Morsy claimed that the State Police have used riot gear and less than lethal projectiles against protesters.
- Sherrill expressed support for the New Jersey State Police, stating that she trusts them to follow the constitution.
- He expressed intention to host an America is Back rally at the same time, same location.
- Danielle Alvarez, a spokesperson for the Trump-backed Freedom 250 group, confirmed that the president would personally kick off this historic celebration on June 24.
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka implemented a partial curfew following protests aimed at Delaney Hall, a facility accused of inhumane conditions.18
Gov. Mikie Sherrill noted, “When the attacks took place last night, we had some red lines, one of them is obviously public safety and the safety of our law enforcement.”3411
Demonstrators have gathered for over a week, citing inadequate care and safety concerns.
Make the Road New Jersey criticized the State Police's response, deeming it an “absolute disgrace.” Activists report a mix of aggressive confrontations, including hunger strikes among detainees.9
Concurrently, Trump reacted to musician withdrawals from the Freedom 250 event, suggesting the celebration should pivot to a “giant MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN RALLY.” He added, “Cancel it.” Trump plans to still participate as a keynote for the event in June.56
“Gov. Mikie Sherrill supports a curfew in Newark to manage protests related to Delaney Hall's conditions. Meanwhile, President Trump proposes canceling the Freedom 250 event amid controversies.”
