Sunday, August 24, 2025 - A federal judge has struck down Donald Trump’s attempt to withhold federal funding from states and cities that refuse to cooperate with immigration enforcement, dealing a major blow to his broader crackdown on so-called “sanctuary” jurisdictions. The ruling emphasized that the executive branch cannot unilaterally impose funding conditions without approval from Congress.
The decision was welcomed by immigrant rights groups and local officials, who argued that Trump’s policy was unconstitutional and punitive toward communities prioritizing trust between residents and law enforcement. Critics of sanctuary policies, however, blasted the ruling as judicial overreach that undermines federal authority on immigration matters.
The clash adds yet another layer to the legal battles surrounding Trump’s immigration agenda, with the case likely to move through appeals in the months ahead. As the debate intensifies, the outcome could set precedent on how much power future presidents have to tie federal dollars to local compliance with federal immigration demands.
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