immigration policy

Then-Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill (speaking) announced Jennifer Davenport (right) as her selection to be the next attorney general of New Jersey during a Dec. 15, 2025, press conference in Newark.
Feb 27, 2026

Sherrill opposes DHS plan for Roxbury ICE detention facility

Gov. Mikie Sherrill and local officials push back against the Department of Homeland Security’s plan to convert a Roxbury warehouse into a 1,500-bed ICE detention center, citing community and environmental concerns.

Gov. Mikie Sherrill signs Executive Order No. 12
Feb 24, 2026

DOJ sues New Jersey over ICE executive order

The DOJ filed a lawsuit against New Jersey and Gov. Mikie Sherrill over an executive order barring ICE arrests on state property.

Hands of clinicians working with liquids in laboratory
May 8, 2025

OPINION: Trump’s assault on higher ed threatens US innovation

President Donald Trump's cuts to research funding and immigration policies jeopardize U.S. innovation by undermining higher education and driving talent abroad. From James Barrood, founder/CEO, Innovation+ and INNOVATE100; and advisor, Tech Council Ventures | JumpStart Angels.

NJBIZ Construction & Development Panel Discussion
May 5, 2025

NJ construction leaders weigh tariffs, tech and talent

An NJBIZ panel discussion featuring executives from Arc Building Partners, Rockefeller Group, DPR Construction and The Alban Group addresses tariffs, labor shortages and tech adoption, while exploring New Jersey's future in sustainable and advanced building sectors.