NYC comptroller, mayoral hopeful Brad Lander arrested by ICE in chaotic scene / Global

Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 4:22 pm permalink

In a chaotic scene that has sparked controversy, Brad Lander, a candidate vying for New York City’s mayoralty, was aggressively detained by ICE agents. Eyewitness footage reveals a rough handling of the arrest, fueling a debate over immigration enforcement tactics and raising eyebrows among both political figures and the public.

Arrestation musclée d’un candidat à la mairie de New York par la police de l’immigration

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NYC comptroller, mayoral hopeful Brad Lander arrested by ICE in chaotic scene

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