US DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE IS SUING NEW YORK CITY OVER ITS SANCTUARY CITY LAWS

US DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE IS SUING NEW YORK CITY OVER ITS SANCTUARY CITY LAWS #america #usa #immigration

U.S. Department of Justice is suing New York City over its sanctuary city laws. The Lawsuit The DOJ filed a lawsuit on July 24, 2025, targeting Mayor Eric Adams, the City Council, NYPD, and more. The claim? That NYC’s sanctuary laws—designed to limit local cooperation with ICE—are illegal and obstruct federal immigration enforcement. The DOJ says this violates the Supremacy Clause of the Constitution. What Triggered It This all comes after an off-duty Border Patrol agent was shot in NYC—allegedly by undocumented individuals the DOJ says should’ve been turned over to ICE. They’re using that incident to argue that sanctuary laws put public safety at risk. Who’s Involved Attorney General Pam Bondi says NYC has released thousands of criminals back onto the streets. But Mayor Eric Adams—who’s actually asked the City Council to tweak the law—still supports protections that help immigrants feel safe cooperating with police. The lawsuit also names the City Council Speaker and Correction Department heads. The Bigger Picture This isn’t just about New York. Similar lawsuits have been filed against Los Angeles, New Jersey, and Illinois. The DOJ wants to force cities across the U.S. to comply with ICE detainers—even without judicial warrants. What Happens Next If DOJ wins, it could set a national precedent—forcing sanctuary cities to work with ICE. But NYC may argue the law is on its side, citing previous court wins protecting local control. Either way, this case could reshape U.S. immigration enforcement.

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