Mikie Sherrill Criticizes Limited Access to Delaney Hall Immigration Detention Center

Governor Mikie Sherrill (D-NJ) stated on June 8, 2026, that she was allowed entry into Delaney Hall after being denied access for two weeks. However, she described the visit as 'closely controlled and limited' by federal authorities. Sherrill expressed concerns about not being able to meet or speak directly with detainees, raising questions about the conditions at the facility. She emphasized the need for transparency and accountability from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and stated her commitment to advocating for the humane treatment of detainees. Sherrill's previous attempts to access the facility were blocked, and she criticized the limited inspections conducted by the New Jersey Department of Health. The governor is also involved in legal actions against the federal government regarding the proposed construction of a new detention facility in Roxbury. Additionally, New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport has sued the security company operating Delaney Hall for obstructing health inspections amid allegations of poor conditions.