The New York City mayoral race took a dramatic turn on Tuesday when candidate Brad Lander was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) stated the arrest was for “assaulting law enforcement and impeding a federal officer.”

A video, shared on X by Lander’s wife, Meg Barnette, depicts a tense scene. It shows Lander holding onto the arm of an undocumented immigrant as ICE agents attempt to separate them. The incident unfolded within the halls of 26 Federal Plaza.

The video reveals Lander demanding to see a judicial warrant. An ICE agent is seen displaying what appears to be a warrant to Lander. Following this exchange, Lander was taken into custody.

This arrest throws a significant wrench into Lander’s mayoral campaign and has sparked intense debate on social media and among political commentators. The incident raises questions surrounding the use of force by ICE agents and the legality of the arrest. The full implications of this event on Lander’s campaign remain to be seen.