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New Jersey says state police will replace federal agents outside ICE facility

New Jersey will have state police replace federal agents outside the Delaney Hall ICE facility in Newark.
A 'peaceful protected zone' will be established for demonstrators near the facility.
The announcements come amid days of clashes between protesters and ICE officers at Delaney Hall.
Protesters are demanding better conditions and access to detainees inside the facility.
The state will also set up checkpoints entering the area as part of the plan.
A source said federal agents from Homeland Security Investigations will investigate protesters for alleged assaults.
The Delaware Hall detention center is operated by the GEO Group, a private company.
DHS and GEO Group officials disputed allegations of poor conditions and violence.
Nine protesters were arrested outside Delaney Hall on Thursday, according to NBC News reporting.
Governor Mikie Sherrill urged de-escalation and humane treatment during demonstrations.

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