Brad Lander, the former New York City comptroller, is set to stand trial on Wednesday in a federal court in New York City. This follows his arrest during an attempt to inspect rooms housing detained immigrants at an ICE facility. Lander, along with 10 other elected officials, was taken into custody on September 18, 2025, at 26 Federal Plaza, which is a significant immigration court in Manhattan. He is currently campaigning for the congressional seat held by Democratic incumbent Dan Goldman, which covers lower Manhattan and north-west Brooklyn.
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Former NYC Comptroller Brad Lander to Stand Trial Following Arrest at Immigration Court
Brad Lander, former NYC comptroller, will face trial in federal court after being arrested at an immigration court while attempting to inspect detention facilities. His arrest occurred on September 18, 2025, and he is currently running for a congressional seat in New York.
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