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.
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Judge William Orrick's decision reinforces the notion that sanctuary jurisdictions can operate without fear of losing federal funding.
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This is just a ruling on a preliminary injunction.
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San Francisco sued the first Trump administration in 2017 after it tried to withhold federal funds from the city because of its sanctuary policies.
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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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A federal judge issued a preliminary injunction blocking the Trump administration from withholding federal funds from sanctuary cities, citing constitutional violations related to the separation of powers and vagueness of the executive orders.
The ruling emphasizes potential irreparable harm to cities and counties fearing budgetary uncertainty and erosion of community trust due to threats of funding withdrawal.
This decision continues a legal trend established during Trump's first term, where similar orders were deemed unconstitutional.
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