The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on Monday defended its actions after officers briefly handcuffed a staffer of Rep. Jerry Nadler (D-N.Y.) last week.
DHS stated on social media platform X that Federal Protective Service (FPS) officers visited Nadler’s office on May 28 because they had received reports that protesters were present.
The congressman’s district office is located in the same building as the Varick Immigration Court.
“Based on earlier incidents in a nearby facility, FPS officers were concerned about the safety of the federal employees in the office and went to the location to ensure the safety and well-being of those present,” the DHS said….