U.S. Representative Chris Smith condemned the actions of protesters at Delaney Hall, saying on May 29 that violent and abusive treatment of law enforcement officers is unacceptable.
“I have always supported and will continue to deeply respect our Nation’s law enforcement officers, including those serving in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), with both my voice and vote,” Smith said.
“The protesters’ violent and abusive treatment of these law enforcement officers is absolutely unconscionable,” he said. “I categorically reject the disrespect, hatred, and malice directed at these law enforcement officers by belligerent picketers.”
Smith also addressed the importance of enforcing immigration laws, stating, “Enforcing our Nation’s immigration laws is necessary to combat human, sex, and labor trafficking; drug smuggling, including deadly fentanyl; and horrific and violent crimes committed against American citizens.”
Chris Smith has served in the U.S. Congress representing New Jersey’s 4th District since 1981 after replacing Frank Thompson, according to his official website. He was born in Rahway, New Jersey in 1953, graduated from The College of New Jersey in 1975 with a Bachelor of Science degree, and currently lives in Manchester Township.
