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Main Issue: The Trump governance attempted to cut federal funding to cities and counties with “sanctuary” policies that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. These policies generally prevent local resources from being used for federal immigration efforts, but don’t necessarily impede federal officials from carrying out their duties.
Court Ruling: U.S. District Judge William Orrick (appointed by Obama) issued a preliminary injunction blocking these funding cuts.
Initially, the injunction covered 16 cities/counties (including San Francisco and Santa Clara).
The injunction was expanded to include 30+ additional jurisdictions, including Los Angeles, Alameda County, Berkeley, Baltimore, Boston, and Chicago.
The judge ruled the Trump administration’s executive order was likely unconstitutional and violated the separation of powers. He called the threat to withhold funding a “coercive threat.”
Reactions:
Mayor Karen Bass (Los angeles): Praised the court’s decision as a win for the city and a defense of the rights of its residents.
White House Spokesperson Abigail Jackson: Stated the administration expects to win on appeal, arguing the federal government has a duty to protect citizens and that sanctuary cities endanger them.
What are “Sanctuary Policies”?
They don’t prevent federal officials from enforcing immigration laws.
They do limit local jurisdictions from:
Honoring immigration detainer requests. Assisting with administrative warrants.
Sharing immigration status information.
Allowing local police to assist in immigration enforcement.
They do allow cooperation with judicial warrants (signed by a judge).
Administration’s Actions:
Published a list of jurisdictions deemed to have sanctuary policies.
Filed lawsuits against cities and counties.
Increased immigration detentions and street operations.
Deployed National Guard troops to Los Angeles.
In essence,the article details a legal battle between the Trump administration and cities/counties over immigration enforcement,with the courts siding with the local jurisdictions so far.
