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City Comptroller Lander Pleads Not Guilty to ICE Obstruction

12/6/2025

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City Comptroller Brad Lander pleaded not guilty on December 5, 2025, to a class C federal misdemeanor for obstructing ICE operations at 26 Federal Plaza.
Lander criticized the charges, stating the real crime lies with ICE agents.
The government will not seek imprisonment.
Lander's trial is expected in spring 2026.
His next court appearance is set for January 22.

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Story summary

City Comptroller Brad Lander pleaded not guilty on December 5, 2025, to a class C federal misdemeanor for obstructing ICE operations at 26 Federal Plaza.
Lander criticized the charges, stating the real crime lies with ICE agents.
The government will not seek imprisonment.
Lander's trial is expected in spring 2026.
His next court appearance is set for January 22.