Trump admin puts 'sanctuary' jurisdictions - including Mass. - on notice with public list

Federal officials, particularly from the Trump administration, are intensifying pressure on Massachusetts communities to alter their immigration enforcement approaches. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) identified numerous sanctuary jurisdictions nationwide, labeling Massachusetts as a whole, along with cities like Boston and Cambridge, as environments that deliberately obstruct federal immigration laws. DHS Secretary Kristi Noem criticized local politicians, asserting that their policies endanger public safety. Although terms like 'sanctuary jurisdiction' lack one clear definition, these areas are generally known for limiting cooperation with federal immigration authorities, leading to accusations that they protect illegal immigrants from accountability.

DHS officials say they are purposefully "exposing" these "lawless jurisdictions" to the public for increased awareness and to force policy changes.

While there is no single definition of sanctuary jurisdictions, these are places limiting cooperation with federal enforcement, often accused by the Trump administration of protecting illegal aliens.

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