Sherrill Launches Portal for Residents to Report ICE Agents

New Jersey governor takes on Trump administration's immigration crackdown

Feb. 6, 2026 at 12:15am

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New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill has announced the launch of an online portal for residents to upload photos and videos of federal immigration agents, a move aimed at ensuring Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers are following the law. The announcement comes amid growing tensions over ICE operations in the state, with Sherrill calling the agency Trump's "militia" and criticizing their tactics.

Why it matters

Sherrill's plan to create the upload portal has drawn mixed reactions, with some immigrant and civil rights advocates raising concerns about privacy protections and implementation. However, the governor argues it is necessary to hold ICE accountable amid reports of aggressive tactics and lack of transparency. The issue has become a flashpoint, with Sherrill accusing ICE of "not being forthcoming" and calling for the impeachment of the Homeland Security Secretary.

The details

In three separate incidents since July, police say 45-year-old San Francisco resident Walker Reed Quinn has been damaging Waymo autonomous vehicles by removing and swinging his belt, placing a cone on the car's sensors, damaging tires and mirrors, and stomping on the windshield. Quinn has been charged with several counts of vandalism and is currently out on bail.

  • On July 4, Quinn allegedly dove onto the hood of a Waymo vehicle and covered sensors.
  • On July 29, Quinn allegedly damaged a Waymo's tires and driver's side mirror.
  • On August 11, Quinn allegedly stomped on a windshield while someone was inside.

The players

Waymo

An American autonomous driving company and a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc., Google's parent company.

Walker Reed Quinn

A 45-year-old San Francisco resident who has a history of vandalism and was out on bail for prior cases related to Waymo vehicles.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.