On June 17, 2025, Brad Lander, New York City's comptroller and a candidate for mayor, was arrested by ICE agents while escorting a defendant out of immigration court. The incident, captured on video, shows agents attempting to handcuff him as he requested proof of their authority. Lander has been actively involved in supporting immigrants facing deportation in recent weeks. His detention follows an alarming trend of ICE arresting individuals immediately after court hearings, amidst heightened scrutiny of immigration policies. Lander's wife condemned the situation, emphasizing the impact on immigrant families.
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.
All of the other folks in that building are risking having their families torn apart with inadequate explanation, and it's an abomination.
He is still being held in 26 Federal Plaza.
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