Federal agents briefly detain aide at New York Rep. Jerry Nadler's office during nearby protests against migrant detentions
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On Wednesday, a staff member in Rep. Jerry Nadler's New York district office was briefly detained by Federal Protective Service agents. The agents were responding to protests against migrant detentions outside the Varick Immigration Court in the same building. Video footage captured the chaotic scene, with an aide in handcuffs and others questioning the agents' authority. The Department of Homeland Security stated the intervention was necessary for safety but Nadler condemned the incident as troubling amidst concerns over aggressive immigration enforcement under the current administration.
Video footage shows a staff member in Rep. Jerry Nadler's office being handcuffed by Federal Protective Service agents during a security check related to protests.
Rep. Nadler described the incident as 'deeply troubling,' highlighting the aggressive measures taken by the administration regarding immigration enforcement.
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