Access Denied
Reps. Dan Goldman and Jerry Nadler were denied access to an ICE field office in a New York immigration court building, challenging ICE's definition of a "detention facility" and highlighting concerns over immigrant treatment.
The denial of access occurred amidst increased deportation efforts by the Trump Administration, with other Democrats also facing similar restrictions at ICE facilities nationwide.
Legal and Political Reactions
Goldman plans to leverage his position on the House Committee on Homeland Security to pressure for oversight visits, while Nadler considers legal action to enforce inspection rights.
The incident involving New York City Comptroller Brad Lander, who was arrested by ICE agents but later released, has sparked criticism and calls for accountability regarding ICE's treatment of immigrants.