Congresswoman LaMonica McIver Faces Assault and Obstruction Charges After Incident at Immigration Center
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LaMonica McIver
LaMonica McIver is an American politician and community leader currently serving as the U.S. Representative for New Jersey's 10th Congressional District, a position she has held since a special election in September 2024. Born and raised in Newark, New Jersey, McIver became politically active at age 13, emphasizing civic engagement among youth. She holds a bachelor's degree in English literature from Bloomfield College and a master's degree in educational leadership and policy from Seton Hall University. Before her congressional career, she worked in human resources roles within New Jersey public schools. In 2012, McIver founded Newark G.A.L.S., Inc., an organization dedicated to empowering young women leaders. Her political career advanced significantly when, in 2018, she became the youngest woman ever elected to the Newark Municipal Council. During her tenure, she focused on environmental and social issues, notably leading efforts to replace 18,000 lead water lines, promote clean water and climate initiatives, increase affordable housing, and enhance educational opportunities in Newark. As a U.S. Representative, McIver prioritizes environmental justice, sustainability, and public health, continuing the legacy of her predecessor, the late Representative Donald M. Payne Jr., who was known for his strong environmental record. She advocates for investments in renewable energy, green technologies, and policies ensuring clean air and water for all communities. Her legislative activity includes co-sponsoring bills related to maternal health equity and renter protections. McIver’s work reflects a commitment to advancing policy that benefits her constituents through public safety, economic development, and environmental sustainability, maintaining an active role in Congress since 2024[1][3].
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U.S. Rep
## Overview The **U.S. House of Representatives**—often abbreviated as “U.S. Rep” in shorthand or headlines—is the lower chamber of the United States Congress and a cornerstone of the federal government’s legislative branch[1][2]. Together with the Senate, it forms a bicameral legislature responsible for making and passing federal laws that govern the nation[1][2]. The House is designed to be the more populist and responsive body, with its 435 voting members allocated to states based on population, ensuring that each state has at least one representative[1][3]. This proportional representation was a deliberate innovation of the founding era, intended to closely reflect the will of the American people[3]. ## History and Structure The House was established by Article I, Section 2 of the U.S. Constitution in 1789. Its current size of 435 members was fixed by the Reapportionment Act of 1929, though the apportionment of seats is adjusted every decade following the U.S. Census to account for population shifts[1][2][3]. Representatives, also known as congressmen or congresswomen, are elected to two-year terms from single-member districts, making the House uniquely sensitive to the electorate’s changing preferences[1][2]. In addition to the 435 voting members, there are six non-voting delegates representing U.S. territories and the District of Columbia, who participate in debates and committees but cannot vote on final legislation[1][3]. ## Key Functions and Achievements The House’s primary role is to introduce, debate, and pass federal legislation. It holds exclusive powers such as initiating revenue bills and has the authority to impeach federal officials, including the president[1]. Over its history, the House has been instrumental in passing landmark legislation affecting civil rights, healthcare, taxation, and technology policy—areas of keen interest to business and tech communities. Its committees and subcommittees are often the first
