Protesters clash with ICE agents outside New Jersey detention center

The Guardian UK Monday 25 May 2026, 17:20 UTC By Victoria Bekiempis in New York 1 min read

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Protesters clashed with ICE agents outside a New Jersey migrant detention centre on Monday, alleging the use of pepper spray and batons during the demonstration. The protest was aimed at preventing the transfer of Martin Soto, who is currently undertaking a hunger strike. Officials confirmed that Soto was subsequently moved to the Elizabeth contract detention facility.

Protesters say agents used pepper spray and batons in clash outside Delaney Hall where a hunger strike is under way

Protesters outside a New Jersey migrant detention center where a hunger strike is under way alleged that US immigration agents deployed pepper spray and batons against them during a demonstration on Monday.

The protesters tried to stop ICE from transferring Martin Soto – who announced the strike – but officials said that they were able to move him to the Elizabeth contract detention facility.

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