Judge dismisses Trump officials' lawsuit over Chicago sanctuary policies
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A lawsuit from the Trump administration challenging Chicago's sanctuary city policies was dismissed by Judge Lindsay Jenkins in Illinois. The lawsuit, filed in February, claimed that Chicago's local laws obstruct federal immigration enforcement by limiting information sharing with federal agents. Mayor Brandon Johnson expressed satisfaction with the ruling, asserting that it supports public safety and reflects the legality of Chicago's welcoming city ordinance. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker also welcomed the decision, emphasizing the state's strength against federal immigration enforcement practices. Chicago has maintained its sanctuary city status for decades, bolstering its laws over the years.
A judge in Illinois dismissed a lawsuit from the Trump administration that challenged Chicago's sanctuary city policies, stating they do not violate federal laws.
Chicago's mayor expressed satisfaction with the ruling, emphasizing that local police should prioritize community needs over cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.
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