Federal Judge Blocks Trump's Orders on Sanctuary Cities Funding
U.S. Judge William Orrick halts Trump administration actions against sanctuary cities, recognizing executive orders as unconstitutional, affecting federal funding strategies.
Summary
U.S. District Judge William Orrick issued a preliminary injunction preventing the Trump administration from denying federal funds to sanctuary jurisdictions, citing unconstitutional executive orders. The ruling stemmed from a lawsuit by San Francisco and 13 other municipalities, arguing that withholding funds would hurt local communities. Orrick emphasized a heightened concern over federal enforcement compared to 2017, stating the administration must notify all federal departments of the order by Monday. While the plaintiffs hailed the decision as a victory, the administration has not clarified its compliance with the injunction, amid ongoing debates about the safety and operational needs of sanctuary cities.
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- The ruling reaffirms the rights of sanctuary jurisdictions to receive federal funding without punitive measures from the Trump administration, protecting immigrant communities who might fear engaging with local law enforcement.
- Judge Orrick's focus on the unconstitutionality of the executive orders reflects a broader fight against federal overreach and reinforces local governments' authority in immigration policy.
- Sanctuary city advocates argue that cooperation with local police fosters public safety and trust within immigrant communities, countering the Trump administration's narrative.
Boston Globe·1M· "…It’s unclear if federal agencies will abide by the order."
PBS NewsHour·1M· "…Judge William Orrick's decision reinforces the notion that sanctuary jurisdictions can operate without fear of losing federal funding."
Mother Jones·1M· "…Judge Kollar-Kotelly agreed that Trump did not possess the power to unilaterally change how Americans registered to vote."
CNN·1M· No analysis available for this article
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