A former U.S. Army soldier, Andrew Arrabaca, was arrested after setting fire to a federal building in New York City and brandishing weapons. The incident occurred at 26 Federal Plaza, home to the FBI, ICE, and USCIS. Arrabaca allegedly used a pellet gun, fireworks, and an accelerant to ignite the fire, while being armed with multiple weapons including a machete and axes. Three individuals were lightly injured, including an immigrant attending a status hearing. Authorities described him as an 'anti-ICE rioter' and an 'anti-American, anti-government extremist.' The mayor condemned the act as 'deeply disturbing' and vowed to protect public safety.
Bias read (Conservative): The article frames the suspect as an 'anti-ICE rioter' and an 'anti-American, anti-government extremist,' using strong language that aligns with conservative narratives critical of progressive immigration policies. The emphasis on his opposition to ICE and the portrayal of his actions as extreme and



