Congresswoman Watson Coleman opposed a bill expanding ICE's powers, citing concerns over civil liberties and accountability.
Quiver AI Summary
Congresswoman Watson Coleman votes against immigration bill: Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman from New Jersey voted against H.R. 2853, which sought to expand the powers of ICE by establishing a new crime coordination center within Homeland Security Investigations. She raised concerns about civil liberties protections and past abuses by the Department of Homeland Security.
Criticism from civil rights groups: The bill faced opposition from various civil rights organizations, including the American Civil Liberties Union and the Vera Institute. Critics argue that the proposed expansion of authority for the DHS lacks adequate oversight and accountability measures, potentially infringing on individual rights.
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Bonnie Watson Coleman Fundraising
Bonnie Watson Coleman recently disclosed $0 of fundraising in a Q1 FEC disclosure filed on April 14th, 2026. This was the 2056th most from all Q1 reports we have seen this year. nan% came from individual donors.
Watson Coleman disclosed $27.4K of spending. This was the 1307th most from all Q1 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Watson Coleman disclosed $19.6K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 1482nd most from all Q1 reports we have seen this year.
You can see the disclosure here, or track Bonnie Watson Coleman's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
Bonnie Watson Coleman Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Bonnie Watson Coleman:
- H.R.8645: New Pathways Act
- H.R.8360: Commission on Advancing Restorative Justice in Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 2026
- H.R.8130: Filer Voter Act
- H.R.7933: To amend title 10, United States Code, to expand the authority to provide a wig and treat traction alopecia under the TRICARE program, and for other purposes.
- H.R.7859: Welcoming International Success Act
- H.R.7858: Data Center Community Impact Act
You can track bills proposed by Bonnie Watson Coleman on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Watson Coleman.
2026 New Jersey's 12th Congressional District Election
There has been approximately $5,368,513 of spending in New Jersey's 12th congressional district elections over the last two years, per our estimates.
Approximately $1,279,647 of this has been from outside spending by PACs and Super PACs. Some of the groups who are spending money in this race include:
- AMERICAN PRIORITIES (AP) ($1,053,845)
- SERVANT-LEADER FUND, INC. ($171,957)
- JUSTICE DEMOCRATS PAC ($53,845)
The rating for this race is currently "Solid D".
You can track this election on our matchup page for the 2026 New Jersey's 12th congressional district election.
