Brad Lander, NYC comptroller and mayoral candidate, says he was trying to escort a man from immigration proceedings on Tuesday when ICE agents forced them apart and arrested Lander. Officials accused Lander of assaulting law enforcement. He was later released without being charged.
Breakdown
- Brad Lander was detained by ICE while trying to escort a man from immigration proceedings.
- Lander was accused of assaulting law enforcement but released without charges. 38s
- The incident is part of a series of confrontations between Democratic officials and immigration authorities. 1m 8s
- ICE asserts agents do not need a warrant to detain non-citizens in public places. 1m 52s