Brad Lander Goes on Trial Over Immigration Detention Protest

Former New York City Comptroller and congressional candidate Brad Lander faced a federal bench trial for his September protest at a DHS/ICE immigration detention facility, where he and about 75 others attempted to inspect detained immigrants’ rooms; Lander pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor charges, with deliberations wrapping Wednesday and a verdict expected Thursday morning as he plans to call three witnesses. The case follows a prior June arrest during advocacy for immigration defendants.