NY AG Slams ICE for Lander Arrest

New York – In a scathing rebuke to the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency, New York Attorney General Letitia James issued a statement today, condemning the arrest of New York City Comptroller Brad Lander. The incident occurred at the federal courthouse at 26 Federal Plaza.

“This is profoundly unacceptable,” AG James stated. “Arresting Comptroller Lander for the simple act of standing up for immigrants and their civil rights is a shocking abuse of power. No one should face fear and intimidation in a courthouse, and this is a grotesque escalation of tensions. The administration’s rampant targeting of New Yorkers only makes our communities less safe.”

Comptroller Lander has been a vocal advocate for immigrant rights and was present at the courthouse to support immigrants facing deportation proceedings. His arrest has sparked outrage among civil liberties groups, who are calling for an investigation into what they describe as a politically motivated targeting of public officials.

ICE officials have not yet commented on the specifics of the arrest, but critics argue that the agency’s actions are part of a broader pattern of intimidating political opponents. Lander’s supporters say his arrest is a clear message to those who speak out against the Trump administration’s immigration policies.

This is not the first time New York has clashed with federal immigration authorities. In recent months, there have been several incidents of ICE agents reportedly targeting immigrants in courthouses, sparking concerns about due process and the rule of law.

The situation at 26 Federal Plaza remains tense as calls for justice grow louder. AG James’ statement serves as a stark reminder that the struggle for civil rights continues to be a central issue in New York and across the nation.

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