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Justice Department Sues Connecticut, New Haven Over Sanctuary Policies

May 18, 2026 · New Haven, CT

Justice Department Sues Connecticut, New Haven Over Sanctuary Policies

The Justice Department filed a lawsuit against Connecticut and the City of New Haven, challenging their sanctuary policies that restrict cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. The complaint targets Connecticut's "Trust Act" and other sanctuary policies, alleging they interfere with federal immigration law enforcement and have allowed dangerous criminals to be released into communities. This is part of a broader Justice Department effort to challenge sanctuary policies in multiple states and cities across the country.

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