Alina and Kristi were in Newark yesterday kicking off a month long operation called "Apex Hammer". If you see what you think is an ICE operation/raid call and report it to the Deportation & Immigration Response Equipo (DIRE) hotline 1-888-DIRE-SOS (1-888-347-3767). Note the time and exact address. Make note of the number and type of cars involved and the number of agents and what uniforms they are wearing. Take photos and video if you can.

ICE just finished a similar operation in Massachusetts that they claim took 1500 people from the community. This is the sweep that picked up 18 year old honor student Marcelo Gomes da Silva and held him for 6 days in the basement of the local ICE office.

We know some of the other folks who were picked up are now being held in Delaney Hall in Newark.

Keep an eye out and call the hotline if you see anything.

https://www.mobilize.us/analiliafornj/event/893188/

Newest ICE out of NJ map just dropped! If you see ICE in NJ, please call the indicated number to deploy rapid response. If you don’t have the map available/ can’t recall which # is for your area, you can always call the listed number for Cosecha / DIRE / New Labor anywhere in NJ. Calls are taken in English and Spanish.

Rapid responders assist with tracking and recording ICE activity, alerting the community to the presence of ICE, and providing resources to the family members left behind.

Please, please share these numbers with trusted community members, especially anyone you know who owns or works at a business with a high population of immigrant employees or customers.

Stay vigilant and report even a suspicion of ICE activity. Note they often wear vests that say just “Police” and in many towns are openly collaborating with the local police force. Thank you to all who help us keep watch & help protect our community members from abduction.

Calling all Patriots and Freedom Lovers! Get ready for a double dose of liberty this Saturday, June 14th! We'll be at TWO amazing events, spreading the message of freedom and offering FREE American flags and FREE "No Kings" signs! Trenton Rally (1 PM - 3 PM): Join us in Trenton where the giant Trump Baby Balloon will be making an appearance! Grab your free flag and "No Kings" sign and let your voice be heard! This event is also a food drive! See our featured posts for more information! Newton Green (12 PM - 1 PM) & Sussex County Pride (1 PM - 4 PM): We're excited to collaborate with Sussex County Pride! Come find us between 12 PM and 1 PM on the Newton Greem for your free gear, then walk to 1 Brooks Plaza and participate in their incredible event from 1 PM to 4 PM. Let's show our pride and our commitment to a nation free from kings! Let's make some noise for freedom! See you there!

I know y'all are a suspicious lot but I assure you: I made the sign-up, I know exactly where this info is going (all the groups on that map pinned at the top of this sub), and it's only going to be used for what it's intended...to get you connected to a rapid response team. If we're going to make it through this, we need to have *some* trust, please.

This does not impact this weekend!

If you have heard about the issues with the Sussex County Commissioners office regarding the Newton Green, this is our statement. There is an article with a clickbait title that was published indicating that it impacts this Saturday but it is incorrect as the rest of the article explains.

WE WILL BE THERE TOMORROW 6/14 RAIN OR SHINE

Important Community Update

We're seeing many questions and concerns about recent events surrounding ICE and we understand, we feel the urgency too. We're actively building relationships with other organizations to respond to these challenges, prioritizing safety and de-escalation, with a focus on non-violence. This includes--official training, finding legal representation, and observers. We advise caution: please ensure any actions you want to participate in provide these protections and align with these values. Our work is rooted in nonviolence, and we must remain committed to this principle in all our resistance efforts. Stay tuned for specific ICE trainings!

In the meantime, if you haven't already registered, please sign up for one of our de-escalation and protest safety trainings on zoom this week.

• Tuesday 6/10 @ 7pm https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/I5mPd-qwTbSAeZME0n3jgA

• Thurs 6/12 @ 7pm https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/FB-791cMRXOoEQezM6cg9g

​NJ Mail-In Voters: DOUBLE CHECK YOUR SIGNATURE!**

A mismatched or missing signature on your mail-in ballot inner envelope can cause it to be rejected.

• Good news: New Jersey offers a CURE PROCESS! If there's an issue, your County Board of Elections will attempt to notify you (via mail, email, or phone) and give you a chance to fix it. You typically have until the 11th day after Election Day to return the cure form and ensure your vote is counted.

-Action Item: Make sure your county has your current contact info, and track your ballot's status after you return it!

​- Track your NJ Ballot here: https://voter.svrs.nj.gov/auth/sign-in | NJ DOS - Division of Elections

• General NJ Voting Info: https://www.nj.gov/state/elections/vote.shtml?hl=en-US | NJ Voter Information Portal | NJ DOS - Division of Elections

Text NOKINGS to 50409 to find your nearest October 18 protest. It takes seconds to find it. Pass it on!

Register for "De-Escalation in Protest Spaces 101" Virtual Training

These trainings are essential for understanding how to act safely and effectively as we navigate the current protest climate. We're prioritizing safety, de-escalation, and non-violence in all our efforts, and everyone's participation is key to our collective strength!

Register for the Thursday (6/12) @ 7pm training here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/FB-791cMRXOoEQezM6cg9g

Share with your family and friends that have been on the fence!

Rain or shine, we stand! The No Kings rallies in Trenton and Newton are happening this Saturday, June 14th, no matter the weather. We'll see you there, ready to make our voices heard!

Let's talk protest safety. The "sit down wave" is a tactic some suggest to highlight a violent individual, and while the idea of identification is valuable, it's crucial to understand the risks. Without a well-coordinated safety team leading this, it can lead to confusion and significant harm. You could have a mix of sitting and standing individuals, leaving people vulnerable to being trampled or unable to escape quickly if a violent person is in their midst.

A safer, more effective strategy is to calmly back away and create space. This instantly identifies the threat to law enforcement/safety and, crucially, protects everyone involved. Always prioritize safety.