"Motherfucker, that's a Councilmember, what the fuck are you doing? You're going to be all over the national news tonight."
"These protections are the bare minimum, and families cannot wait any longer. Not another Black homeowner should have their home stolen."
"That's exactly something that we're going to follow up on, not just on the nature of this arrest, but also what was the underlying issue that was being protested."
Councilmember Ossé was arrested while protesting against deed theft, a fraudulent practice affecting property ownership. Protesters expressed outrage at the police's actions during the arrest. Ossé's office confirmed he was held at a precinct, with unclear charges. The planned eviction linked to deed theft has seen a rise in complaints, particularly affecting Black New Yorkers. Ossé has called for a moratorium on evictions related to this issue, emphasizing the urgent need for protections for affected families.
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