I’ve had it with Democrats this week. They lost at the ballot box, so now they’re stirring up chaos nationwide. I thought the antisemitic protests at Columbia would be the week’s low point, but Democrats were just warming up. Today, several Democratic congress members brazenly stormed the gates of an ICE detention facility in New Jersey. Unbelievable.
Today, as a bus of detainees was entering the security gate of Delaney Hall Detention Center, a group of protestors, including two members of US Congress, stormed the gate and broke into the detention facility. The allegations by Newark politicians that Delaney does not have the…
— Homeland Security (@DHSgov) May 9, 2025
CHINCHILLA CABALLERO is in ICE custody pending removal proceedings. CABALLERO is a positive match to numerous TECS lookouts and is a known active member of MS13. pic.twitter.com/mTcjlbY9EH
— Homeland Security (@DHSgov) May 9, 2025
RAMOS MARIN is wanted in Brazil for Homicide and has an INTERPOL Red Notice.
— Homeland Security (@DHSgov) May 9, 2025
On April 29, 2025, ERO Newark with the assistance of HSI SAC Newark and CBP Newark arrested RAMOS MARIN. He is in ICE custody without bond. pic.twitter.com/0l9PDltUCX
You get the idea. It gets worse.
Democrat Rep. LaMonica McIver (red jacket) is literally throwing hands at ICE agents outside their detention facility for illegals in Newark.pic.twitter.com/LPsPsSdwas
— Greg Price (@greg_price11) May 9, 2025
Members of Congress cannot just "storm the gates" of a federal detention facility. They must follow legal and procedural protocols to conduct oversight visits. Here's a concise breakdown:
Prior Approval Required: Congressional oversight visits typically require advance coordination with the agency managing the facility, such as the Bureau of Prisons (BOP), Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), or the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Facilities need to ensure security, safety, and compliance with operational protocols. Legal Authority: Congress has broad oversight authority under the U.S. Constitution to investigate and monitor federal agencies, including detention facilities. However, this authority doesn't grant unrestricted access. Members must work through established channels, often coordinating with agency leadership or facility administrators. Process: Lawmakers usually submit formal requests for access, specifying the purpose of the visit (e.g., investigating conditions, treatment of detainees, or policy compliance). Facilities may set conditions, such as scheduling during non-disruptive hours or limiting access to certain areas for security reasons. Exceptions: In rare cases, unannounced visits may be permitted if there's evidence of misconduct or urgent concerns, but these still require coordination to avoid security risks. Forcing entry without approval could be deemed unlawful and disruptive. Practical Examples: High-profile visits, like those to ICE detention centers in 2018-2019 by members like Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, involved pre-arranged access, often with media and agency officials present, following formal requests.If Congress members attempt to bypass protocols and "storm" a facility, they risk being denied entry, creating legal complications, or compromising facility security. For specific policies, they’d need to refer to the relevant agency’s oversight guidelines (e.g., BOP or DHS regulations).
Storming the gates of a federal facility isn’t oversight—it’s lawlessness. House leadership must act swiftly to hold these Democratic congress members accountable, including pursuing arrests if warranted. A Republican attempting this would face immediate consequences, likely landing in jail. Americans are fed up with this two-tiered justice system. Republicans now control the House, Senate, and White House because voters demanded decisive action. If they fail to hold Democrats to the same standard, what’s their mandate worth?
Why was she not arrested for assaulting a federal officer? https://t.co/MSFDmNWMlk
— Jon Amundsen (@AmundsenJon) May 9, 2025
So @AGPamBondi @FBIDirectorKash @FBIDDBongino @Sec_Noem this is nothing less than a violent insurrection. An attack on a federal facility and assault on a member of law enforcement. Why isn't she under arrest for this act of terrorism? This is unacceptable. Protect our Republic! https://t.co/dITfQnv53w
— Gary P Jackson #Conservative (@gary4205) May 9, 2025
Protect our Republic, indeed.