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Federal court dismisses Trump administration's lawsuit against NYC sanctuary laws

A federal judge dismissed a Trump administration lawsuit challenging New York City's sanctuary laws, ruling that federal law does not obligate states to assist with civil immigration enforcement.

Oct 15, 2026New York, NY

A federal judge dismissed a Trump administration lawsuit challenging New York City's sanctuary laws, ruling that federal law does not obligate states to assist with civil immigration enforcement. Mayor Zohran Mamdani celebrated the decision, saying the government cannot force city workers to act as deportation agents. The ruling follows similar dismissals of federal lawsuits against sanctuary policies in Los Angeles, Chicago, and Minnesota.

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