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An Open Government is a Healthy Government
Government transparency is critically important for preventing corruption, waste, and abuse.
Your Questions Answered: Filming ICE Interactions Safely
Despite government attacks against protesters and the press, documenting interactions with law enforcement and federal agents is protected by the First Amendment. ACLU experts break down what you need to know.
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Mar 20, 2026
ACLU-NJ Responds to Lawsuit Seeking to Stop the Opening of Roxbury Immigration Detention Center
The planned immigration detention center in Roxbury, NJ is yet another example of the Trump administration's cruel mass detention and deportation agenda.
Mar 10, 2026
ACLU-NJ Calls for FY27 State Budget that Prioritizes Equity and Justice
The ACLU of New Jersey today urged Gov. Sherrill and the New Jersey Legislature to prioritize equity and justice for all New Jerseyans in the Fiscal Year 2027 budget.
Mar 05, 2026
ACLU-NJ Announces New Political Advocacy Department, Appoints John Butler as Inaugural Political Director
Today, the ACLU of New Jersey announced the launch of its new Political Advocacy Department. John Butler, a seasoned advocate, political operative, and former government lawyer, is its inaugural political director.
In Pursuit of Justice: Celebrating 65 Years of the ACLU of New Jersey
Join us at the Newark Museum on June 9 for an evening of solidarity and community as we celebrate our shared belief in a future of liberty and justice for all.
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