City Council staffer detained by immigration officials

A New York City Council staff member has been detained by federal immigration officials on Long Island, officials said Monday.

The detainment occurred around 3 p.m., according to sources.

According to City Council Speaker Julie Menin, the staffer was detained after going to a routine court appearance in Bethpage. Menin said the staffer has legal authorization to remain and work in the country until October of this year…

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