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Announcing Pregnancy, McIver Speaks to Hope and Continued Fight to Protect
arguing that the Trump Department of Justice cannot prosecute her for doing her job, nor can it selectively … prosecute her because of her opposition to the administration’s mass deportation agenda. The government has now replied
“This legislation is of, by, and for survivors—to help heal, restore, and empower”Lawmakers, human trafficking survivors, and advocates call on Congress to pass Smith’s new anti-human trafficking bill, H.R. 1144
Global Foundation, said : “When we focus on prevention, prosecution, and liberation, what is often missing in the conversation
At widely attended press conference on Capitol HillRep. Smith calls for the passage of HR 1144, his Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2025
under the “three Ps” framework to protect victims, prosecute traffickers, and, to the extent possible, prevent trafficking from … Douglass Survivors Employment and Education Program; Ensure robust prosecutions—with strong investigations and jail time commensurate with
RELEASE: During Animal Cruelty Prevention Month, Gottheimer Announces New Legislation to Protect Pets From Abandonment and Abuse
team will investigate abuse cases, build prosecutions, coordinate with local law enforcement, and make sure nothing slips through
McIver Files Third Circuit Brief Asking for ICE Case to be Dismissed
argues that the Trump Department of Justice cannot prosecute McIver for doing her job, nor can it selectively … prosecute her because of her opposition to the administration’s mass deportation agenda. The brief also details
Rep. Smith delivers remarks at AFPI's "Ending Human Trafficking: An America First Priority" roundtable
state and local statues to effectuate an effective prosecution strategy, the TVPA included new DOJ programs to assist … schools, and ensures traffickers are aggressively prosecuted. It restores and strengthens law enforcement capacity, ensuring traffickers—not victims
WATCH: Rep. Smith delivers remarks for the NJ Coalition Against Human Trafficking's 2026 Law Enforcement Conference
rest on the “3 Ps”: prevention, protection, and prosecution . Prevention requires awareness and coordination before the first whistle … them, and a pathway toward healing. And prosecution requires that we go after traffickers aggressively and relentlessly
Protecting the persecuted in NigeriaSmith, Moore introduce the Nigeria Religious Freedom and Accountability Act of 2026
Government of Nigeria to prevent persecution, prosecute perpetrators, repeal blasphemy laws, protect vulnerable communities, and facilitate the safe … period to address religious persecution, dismantle extremist networks, prosecute attackers, reform security forces, or improve protection
ICYMI: The New Yorker on The Congresswoman Criminalized for Visiting ICE Detainees
workings of the Department of Justice as it prosecutes McIver and contextualizes McIver’s oversight actions with … censure McIver on the chamber floor. The prosecution of McIver was the first in a pattern of escalating
Imposing sanctions and protecting human rightsSmith, Salazar introduce the Restoring Sovereignty and Human Rights in Nicaragua Act of 2026
revenue for the Ortega family following the arrest, prosecution, conviction, and/or sentencing of any individual under politically motivated
McIver on Judge’s Denial of Remaining Motion to Dismiss
NEWARK, NJ – The federal judge overseeing the prosecution of Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) today denied her motion
Congresswoman Pou and Senator Whitehouse Introduce Crime Gun Tracing Act
said David LaBahn, president of the Association of Prosecuting Attorneys (APA) . “Crime guns are used to devastate communities … Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA), the Association of Prosecuting Attorneys (APA), and Brady. A two-page summary
Opening statement of Chairman Smith at hearing on religious persecution in NigeriaPresident Trump’s Redesignation of Nigeria as a "Country of Particular Concern": A Serious, Well-Founded Wake-Up Call
progress from the Nigerian government in preventing persecution, prosecuting perpetrators, and protecting all communities. Second, we must provide
Save Jersey Op-Ed by Rep. Smith'Op-Ed: Christianity faces an existential threat in Nigeria'
progress from the Nigerian government in preventing persecution, prosecuting perpetrators, and protecting all communities. Second, we must provide
Rep. Norcross Votes to Release Epstein Files
possession that relate to the investigation and prosecution of Jeffrey Epstein. “After the Trump Administration attempted to block
Watson Coleman Votes for Epstein Files Transparency Act
possession that relate to the investigation and prosecution of Jeffrey Epstein. Jeffrey Epstein, for years
Rep. Smith statement in support of the Epstein Files Transparency Act
comprehensive framework for trafficking prevention, protection, and prosecution both in the United States and around the world
McIver and Counsel on Judge’s Denial of Motions to Dismiss in Ongoing Case
immunity and the other on selective and vindictive prosecution. From the charges, McIver faces 17 years in prison … their side. It is also clear that this prosecution is designed to chill the Congresswoman’s lawful authority
Congressman Van Drew Demands Investigation into Bomb Threats at New Jersey Polling Locations
this was politically motivated, those responsible must be prosecuted and punished to the fullest extent
Congressman Kean Convenes Warren County Crime Prevention Roundtable Discussion
nationals. Co-sponsored the Prosecutors Need to Prosecute Act ( H.R.27 ), bringing greater accountability and transparency by requiring reporting
Highlighting 25 years of progress, advocacy, and continued commitmentSmith marks the 25th anniversary of his Trafficking Victims Protection Act, calls for the immediate passage of HR 1144, his Frederick Douglass TVPRA of 2025
created the comprehensive framework for prevention, protection, and prosecution both in the United States and around the world … strategy and established numerous programs to protect victims, prosecute traffickers, and to the greatest extent possible, prevent
Rep. Chris Smith—author of Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000—praises Trump’s Trafficking in Persons report calling out China, Cuba, Venezuela, Russia, Belarus, and others for failing any “serious and sustained” efforts to combat human trafficking
efforts to prevent human trafficking, protect victims, and prosecute traffickers: “I wholeheartedly welcome President Trump’s TIP report … this year’s TIP report include: Unprecedented prosecutions: 2025 marks the highest-ever number of convictions for labor
Smith’s new anti-trafficking bill headed to the House floorSmith’s H. R. 1144, “The Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Act of 2025,” reported out of House Foreign Affairs Committee
human trafficking before it starts, protecting victims, and prosecuting perpetrators. “The threat and absolute horror of human trafficking
Pallone Statement on Arraignment of Congresswoman McIver
masked ICE agents and is now being prosecuted by a Trump loyalist who has made no secret