New Jersey Governor Under Investigation for Obstruction of Federal Law Enforcement

Investigation into Governor Murphy and AG Plattkin

• 🎯 Alina Habba, US Attorney for the District of New Jersey, announced an investigation into Governor Phil Murphy and Attorney General Plattkin.
• ⚠️ The investigation stems from alleged orders for state law enforcement to stop cooperating with federal immigration agencies.
• 📜 Governor Murphy's website reportedly includes directives for law enforcement not to cooperate with ICE on administrative warrants for individuals ordered for deportation after due process.

Allegations of Obstruction and Concealment

• 🚓 Habba stated that the governor's directives instruct law enforcement to go against federal rules and executive orders.
• ⚖️ She warned that any officials obstructing federal law enforcement, including those in sanctuary cities like Paterson, New Jersey, will be charged with obstruction, concealment, and harboring.
• 🚨 The investigation aims to ensure the enforcement of federal law and the removal of criminal and violent individuals from the country, as directed by President.

Federal Authority and State Cooperation

• 🏛️ Habba emphasized the supremacy of federal law and the federal government's authority over local officials.
• 🤝 She acknowledged that state officers may lack Title 8 authority but stressed that being instructed not to even contact ICE when a valid deportation warrant exists is unacceptable.
• 🔒 This alleged obstruction is described as putting people in New Jersey in jeopardy and holding state officers back.

Political Motivations vs. Crime Prevention

• 🚫 Habba asserted that the actions are not political but are about combating crime and ensuring American safety.
• 🗣️ She criticized the use of politics over crime prevention and the safety of the American people.
• 💥 Habba vowed to pursue those who violate federal law or executive orders vigorously.