New Jersey Rep. McIver to Appeal Charges, Citing Congressional Immunity

New Jersey Rep. LaMonica McIver plans to appeal a three‑count indictment over an incident outside a May ICE detention facility, arguing the Constitution’s speech or debate clause shields lawmakers from prosecution for acts tied to their official duties. The appeal to the 3rd Circuit could redefine the scope of congressional immunity after a judge previously declined to dismiss two counts, with prosecutors contesting the immunity argument.