Feds sue cities and states to block sanctuary policies

The U.S. Department of Justice has filed 27 lawsuits against over 20 cities, counties, and states since January 2025 to challenge sanctuary policies that restrict cooperation with immigration enforcement. Jurisdictions targeted include Connecticut, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, a Michigan county, and Philadelphia, with policies limiting ICE agents' activities and local law enforcement collaboration. The DOJ argues these policies obstruct federal law enforcement, while advocates claim they enhance community trust.