In Newark, New Jersey, family visitation at the Delaney Hall immigration detention center is set to resume after being suspended due to protests and unrest. The Department of Homeland Security had previously halted visitation on Memorial Day, citing safety concerns amid escalating demonstrations outside the facility. These protests were fueled by allegations of inhumane conditions, including inadequate medical care and poor living environments for detainees, which have been denied by federal authorities. Governor Mikie Sherrill announced the resumption of limited visitation, responding to demands from state officials and advocates who criticized the conditions inside the facility. The protests outside Delaney Hall intensified over the past week, with demonstrators gathering to support detainees who reportedly staged hunger strikes to draw attention to their plight. Tensions escalated as protesters clashed with law enforcement, leading to the imposition of a curfew by Newark Mayor Ras Baraka. The situation became chaotic, resulting in over 20 arrests as police enforced the curfew and used tear gas to disperse crowds. The unrest highlighted the deep divisions over immigration policy and the treatment of detainees in the U.S. In response to the protests, New Jersey has also filed a lawsuit against the GEO Group, the private contractor operating Delaney Hall, alleging unsanitary conditions and limited access for state health inspectors. The lawsuit demands greater transparency and accountability regarding the treatment of detainees. Governor Sherrill emphasized the need for peaceful protests and urged demonstrators to avoid confrontations that could jeopardize the safety of families and law enforcement. The resumption of visitation is seen as a step towards addressing the concerns raised by advocates and state officials. However, the underlying issues regarding the treatment of detainees and the conditions within immigration detention centers remain contentious. The situation at Delaney Hall reflects broader national debates over immigration enforcement and the responsibilities of private contractors in managing detention facilities.