Protesters Block ICE Facility After Detainees Denied Food, Pepper Sprayed

Protest Erupts at Delaney Hall

• 🚨 Protesters have barricaded the gate of Delaney Hall, an ICE detention center, in Newark, New Jersey.
• 💡 The demonstration was sparked by reports that detainees were denied food for 20 hours.

Detainee Treatment and Response

• 🍞 When food was finally served, detainees reportedly received only two slices of bread.
• 💥 Detainees allegedly faced pepper spray and an attack by officers after complaining about the meager meal.
• 😷 Officers were seen preparing with gas masks and zip ties, indicating a forceful response.

Escalation and Arrival of Vans

• 💨 A strong smell, possibly from pepper spray, permeated the area.
• 🚓 Two unmarked vans were observed rushing into the facility amidst sirens, despite traffic.