Newark Mayor Ras Baraka Wins Fourth Term After ICE Protest Arrest

Big city Democrat mayor arrested at ICE protest faces voters in re-election bid

Newark Mayor Ras Baraka, arrested last year at an anti-ICE protest, cruised to re-election Tuesday by topping 50% of the vote against seven challengers, the AP reports.

JUST IN: Controversial Mayor Secures Re-Election Despite National Attention Over Arrest

Ras Baraka, the Democratic mayor of Newark, New Jersey, has maintained a significant political presence as he secured re-election in a highly competitive race. According to the Associated Press, Baraka received more than 50% of the vote in what could be seen as a validation of his controversial and progressive policies. His victory comes against a backdrop of national attention, particularly following his arrest during an anti-ICE protest last y…

Newark Mayor Ras Baraka wins the mayoral race

The Associated Press called the race for Baraka shortly after polls closed, marking another major political victory for the longtime mayor.

Mayor Baraka wins Newark's mayoral election, AP projects

Mayor Baraka has won the Newark mayoral election, according to The Associated Press.

Newark Mayor Ras Baraka, in search of fourth term, to face 7 challengers in municipal election

Incumbent Mayor Ras Baraka will face seven challengers and 19 candidates will vie for four at-large council seats when voters go to the polls on Tuesday.