ICE conducted arrests in Lower Manhattan's 26 Federal Plaza, capturing a 7-year-old girl, her mother, and her brother during a court session. This incident is notable as it marks the first recorded occurrence of a child being taken into custody at this venue. The family, from Ecuador, entered the U.S. in 2022. Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos confirmed the girl's detention and emphasized the school’s support for impacted families, reassuring that schools are safe environments for students throughout this process.
A 7-year-old Queens girl and her family were arrested by ICE while attending a court hearing at 26 Federal Plaza, marking the first known instance of this happening.
Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos expressed heartbreak over the girl’s detention, emphasizing the school's commitment to supporting all students and providing legal assistance to affected families.
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