"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."
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.
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