Brad Lander, serving as the city comptroller and running for mayor, was arrested by federal agents at an immigration court in Manhattan. Video captured by reporters shows Lander detaining an immigrant whose case had been dismissed. He was handcuffed after inquiring about the warrant for the individual's arrest. As the situation unfolded, his campaign spokesperson confirmed the detainment and expressed concern. This event drew immediate public reactions, notably from rival mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, who condemned the action as a fascist act, urging for Lander's release and mobilizing public support.
"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."
"NYC Comptroller Brad Lander was just arrested by Trump's ICE agents because he asked to see a judicial warrant. This is fascism and all New Yorkers must speak in one voice. Release him now."
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