The Trump administration filed a lawsuit against New York City for its sanctuary city policies, claiming these policies hinder immigration law enforcement and have allowed criminals to remain on the streets. The lawsuit names various city officials and challenges regulations that prevent law enforcement from holding individuals beyond their release dates at the request of immigration authorities. Attorney General Pamela Bondi expressed concern for public safety, while Mayor Adams indicated a willingness to reassess policies for better cooperation with federal authorities to address violent crime.
The Trump administration sued New York City over its sanctuary city policies, claiming they obstruct immigration law enforcement and led to the shooting of a Customs officer.
Attorney General Pamela Bondi stated, 'New York City has released thousands of criminals on the streets to commit violent crimes against law-abiding citizens due to sanctuary city policies'.
Kayla Mamelak Altus noted that Mayor Adams supports the essence of the policies but seeks a collaboration with the federal government to enhance safety.
The lawsuit targets city officials and policies preventing law enforcement from holding individuals past their release dates under civil immigration detainers.
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