City Comptroller Brad Lander was arrested by ICE officials on June 17, 2025, outside an immigration court in Manhattan. His spokesperson reported that Lander, who was advocating for immigrants' rights, was detained while leaving the court. Lander challenged the authority of the agents and requested judicial warrants during the confrontation. The event drew criticism from New York Attorney General Letitia James, who condemned the arrest as an abuse of power, emphasizing the necessity of safety and civil rights within courthouses during turbulent political climates.
While escorting a defendant out of immigration court at 26 Federal Plaza, Brad was taken by masked agents and detained by ICE. This is still developing and we are monitoring the situation closely.
Arresting Comptroller Lander for the simple act of standing up for immigrants and their civil rights is a shocking abuse of power.
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