NYC Official Brad Lander Detained in Immigration Clash, Supreme Court Rule on Trans Health
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Brad Lander, the second-highest-ranking official in New York City, was detained by federal agents while attempting to protect immigrants from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers after their hearings. An ICE official accused Lander of “assaulting law enforcement,” but video footage showed no violence on Lander’s part, and he was released with no charges. Lander is currently running for mayor and had been regularly attending immigration court to escort immigrants out after their hearings, arguing ICE might be hesitant to arrest them publicly.
Brad Lander Detained by ICE in New York City
Brad Lander, New York City Comptroller, was temporarily taken into custody by federal agents, marking the latest crackdown by the Administration on opposition party members. This event follows the administration’s targeting of politicians and the Supreme Court’s recent ruling on trans health care.
Brad Lander’s Detention Explained
Outside the Jacob K. Javits Federal Building, Lander was detained while trying to protect individuals from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers post immigration hearings. Despite misleading claims by ICE about Lander assaulting law enforcement, video evidence showed no such violence, and he was released without charges.
The Mayoral Race and ICE
Lander, a mayoral candidate currently ranking third in city’s Democratic primary, has been regularly present at the Javits building, supporting immigrants post-hearing. Lander’s arrest didn’t deter fellow candidates who quickly arrived to voice their objections. Also, administration’s crackdown on elected officials is also seen as an attempt to deter Democrats challenging the President’s agenda.
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