Overview

• DHS spokeswoman Tricia McLaughlin called the officer’s conduct unacceptable and said he has been relieved of current duties pending a full investigation.
• Videos from outside 26 Federal Plaza show the officer pushing the woman to the floor in front of her children while he repeatedly said “adios.”
• The confrontation began as the woman and her young daughter tried to cling to her husband, who was being taken into custody and was ultimately detained.
• The woman, whose family is from Ecuador, was hospitalized following the incident.
• Courthouse arrests expanded under President Trump have drawn criticism from advocates and officials, with New York City Comptroller Brad Lander condemning the officer’s actions and citing due-process concerns.