Summary
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detained a New York City Council employee during a routine immigration appointment in Nassau County. The employee had legal permission to stay in the country until October 2025. New York City officials, including the City Council Speaker and Mayor Zohran Mamdani, are demanding the employee's release.
Key Facts
- A New York City Council worker was detained by ICE in Nassau County.
- The detention happened during a regular immigration appointment.
- The employee had permission to remain in the U.S. until October 2025.
- NYC Council Speaker Julie Menin is demanding the employee's immediate release.
- Mayor Zohran Mamdani called the detention an "assault" on democracy, city values, and is also asking for a quick release.
- An emergency update was planned at City Hall by the NYC Council Speaker.
