New York City mayoral candidate and current Comptroller Brad Lander was arrested by Department of Homeland Security (DHS) agents on Tuesday following an incident at an immigration court. Lander was detained after allegedly assaulting a federal officer during a confrontation at the court, sparking controversy and condemnation from officials.
According to reports from Fox News, Lander was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents after allegedly assaulting a federal officer. The incident occurred as Lander accompanied a migrant from an immigration court hearing, raising objections when officers moved in to arrest the individual. The arrest was described as a chaotic and tense situation.
The Washington Times further reported on the incident, highlighting Lander’s arrest as he attempted to protect the migrant from being detained by federal agents. Lander’s actions were seen as an act of defiance against what he perceived as unjust treatment of immigrants, leading to his own arrest by ICE agents.
CNBC covered the story, emphasizing the dramatic nature of Lander’s arrest at the immigration courthouse. The incident was captured on video, showing Lander being handcuffed by ICE agents, sparking outrage and debate over the use of federal force in such circumstances.
In response to the arrest, officials condemned Lander’s alleged assault on the federal officer, with some describing the incident as “extreme thuggery” and “fascism.” The clash between Lander and the federal agents has raised questions about the treatment of migrants and the role of law enforcement in immigration-related matters.
Following his arrest, Lander was released hours later, as reported by CNN. The incident has generated conflicting details about the circumstances leading to the confrontation, with Lander’s supporters highlighting his efforts to protect migrants and challenge what they perceive as unjust policies.
Overall, the arrest of NYC mayoral candidate Brad Lander by DHS agents following an alleged assault on a federal officer has ignited a debate over immigration enforcement, civil disobedience, and the limits of political activism.
References:
1. Fox News: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/brad-lander-arrested-ice-agents-following-alleged-assault-federal-officer
2. The Washington Times: https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2025/jun/17/nyc-mayoral-candidate-brad-lander-arrested-trying-protect-migrant/
3. CNBC: https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMifEFVX3lxTFB3bGx1WHpFMUZBTUcySVZ3V3kwd05UWnRGRlhZTUxtajUtdWJiV0lORU1xdlpHMnIwZHpVczFTcUtlQTJ5SndYTmNtc3V4TVZrWVF0eGRrQ09QR3YtRzZGdTFWUi1lSXVkQ3FhODVYeUJnRUJZSVdkUWx6eXTSAYIBQVVfeXFMUE94OFlqanEwWTlFVmVMMHdwTXU2YklqU3FJcG9Fb1ZPak9ERTdhbHV2eXRLc01NVXpnLVo1ZmFRcDZYcjlQS0hrYjJlMGY4cUJubFpPSEllWUpyc2l0aE41T0x0X2NHSWQ2TTk1dFZrYS1ELWIwbDJQOGlabFlZN3Z0dw?oc=5&hl=en-US&gl=US&ceid=US:en
4. CNN: https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMibEFVX3lxTE83VGNtZXpRRkgzTnBYaWJpeG5zeHdmaHl4Yi1jd2xaS2dzNDcxaTlURmRpakY2Qzh2UjF2dk5wWGI5aVNaM2VlWFhCVUx0U3FxdDlVRXJzNENnWnROU0MzYU5DTHRBOFV5dEhIdNIBckFVX3lxTE9BV2ZCY0RQanp1dzZ5R1N4Mk11X2lqbS1WS3FYLTBsSzRzSnZMbUVNUWJZTUNjN3FrQS12R2Z1VE1CMlRKNXNUQzYxXzdjTUJXRFQ3ZlB3LW1FZW83bG8zYktsTjcta05jM2tHUFdGemQ5dw?oc=5&hl=en-US&gl=US&ceid=US:en
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