NEW YORK — On Thursday, Attorney General Letitia James introduced a new online system that lets New Yorkers submit complaints, videos, and photos documenting suspected misconduct by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
The announcement came a day after an ICE operation on Canal Street unsettled Lower Manhattan. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), James said the portal is designed to examine federal immigration enforcement in the state and pledged to investigate any potential violations of law.
Called the Federal Action Reporting Form, the tool is available on the attorney general’s website. It enables residents to detail federal enforcement encounters, upload photographs, and add links to videos hosted on platforms such as YouTube or Instagram. The form includes clear disclosures: filing a complaint does not start a lawsuit, and the AG’s office cannot provide legal advice or representation. James noted, however, that submissions may inform public reports and could be used in legal proceedings.
Witnesses are asked to describe what happened, where and when it took place, and—if they choose—provide contact information for follow-up. The form states that any contact details will be kept confidential to the extent permitted by law. Complainants must also certify that their statements are truthful; knowingly false submissions may be subject to penalties under New York law.
The rollout is one of the most forceful state responses to the intensification of ICE activity seen during the Trump administration. Civil rights organizations say the portal could play a vital role in identifying patterns of abuse, especially in communities that may be hesitant to speak publicly.
“If you were there, share your videos or photos,” James wrote on X. “We will review and investigate.”
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