Newark Mayor Ras Baraka Sues Acting US Attorney Alina Habba Over ICE Arrest

Lawsuit Filed Against Acting US Attorney

• 🏛️ Newark Mayor Ras Baraka has filed a lawsuit against the acting US Attorney for New Jersey, Alina Habba.
• ⚖️ The lawsuit stems from Baraka's arrest on a trespassing charge at Delaney Hall earlier this month by ICE agents.

Allegations in the Lawsuit

• 🚫 Baraka's attorney claims Habba violated the mayor's constitutional rights during his custody.
• 🗣️ The suit also includes accusations of defamation against Habba for her public statements regarding the case.
• 📰 Habba is alleged to have made false statements on Fox News after initially stating Baraka willingly disregarded the law.

Homeland Security Agent Named

• 👤 Ricky Patel, the Homeland Security Investigations agent in charge in Newark, has also been named as a defendant in the lawsuit.

Habba's Response

• 🚨 Alina Habba responded to the lawsuit by advising the mayor to prioritize violent crime and public safety alongside her.