Feds sue cities and states to block sanctuary policies

The U.S. Department of Justice has filed 27 lawsuits against cities, counties, and states with sanctuary policies that restrict cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. The lawsuits target jurisdictions including Connecticut, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, a Michigan county, and Philadelphia, with the federal government arguing these policies violate constitutional precedent. Advocates claim the policies aim to build community trust, while the Justice Department asserts states cannot obstruct federal law enforcement.