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January 15, 2026
Rep. Watson Coleman Responds to ICE Action in 12th District
In response to reports about ICE arrests in Princeton Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman released the following statement: Today, ICE agents have taken two Princeton residents into custody including a father of four after he dropped off his son at school. Yet again, it appears the misguided priorities and failed practices of ICE have led not to improvements in community safety but to the breaking up of families. Constituents have called, emailed, and messaged my office, outraged at this Administratio… Continue Reading
January 15, 2026Rep. Watson Coleman Responds to Chaos at SAMHSA
Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman released a statement following the cancellation and then reinstatement of grants at the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Late Tuesday night, RFK, Jr. cancelled every grant at the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. By Wednesday afternoon, following general outrage, the Secretary reversed this decision without explanation, concluding a day of chaos caused by the administration. Those cuts totaled two billion d… Continue Reading
January 11, 2026Rep. Watson Coleman statement on the passing of former Governor Dick Codey
Today, Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman released a statement following news of the the passing of former Governor and State Senate President Dick Codey: “Im deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Dick Codey. He was strong but fair. He was accessible and always willing to listen. A champion of mental healthcare and women’s health, he loved New Jersey and his constituents. He served them with dignity and respect. Bill and I are praying for Mary Jo and their children.”… Continue Reading
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