The Department of Justice is not disclosing whether charges will be pressed against Brad Lander, who was involved in an incident at a courthouse. Video footage captures Lander clinging to ICE agents while demanding to see a judicial warrant. He was later separated from the immigrant targeted by the agents and was handcuffed. Governor Kathy Hochul announced that charges were dropped, but the U.S. Attorney's Office is still investigating. Safety and accountability during legal proceedings are emphasized as priorities for the U.S. Attorney's Office.
The video footage taken of Lander's arrest shows a chaotic scene where he hangs onto ICE agents, demanding to see a judicial warrant for the arrest.
Lander insisted that he was not obstructing the process, repeatedly questioning the authority of federal officials to arrest him without a warrant.
Upon his release, New York Governor Hochul stated that charges against Lander had been dropped, while the U.S. Attorney's Office indicated ongoing investigations.
Nick Biase from the U.S. Attorney's Office highlighted the importance of safety and security in official proceedings, emphasizing accountability in law enforcement.
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