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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