California Atty. Gen. Rob Bonta has initiated two lawsuits against the Trump administration over a policy that conditions federal transportation grant funding on compliance with immigration enforcement directives. Bonta argues this move unlawfully threatens billions in funding essential for public safety, framing the grants as vital for community welfare rather than immigration control. The issue is particularly pressing as it relates to 'sanctuary' jurisdictions, which have laws limiting cooperation with federal immigration agencies. The lawsuits claim that these demands overstep legal authority amidst a broader push from the administration to penalize sanctuary cities.
California Atty. Gen. Rob Bonta filed lawsuits against Trump's immigration enforcement policy threatening transportation grants, asserting it abuses authority and jeopardizes community safety.
Bonta stated the federal administration's strategy treats critical safety funds as leverage to coerce states, which undermines the intended purpose of these grants.
The lawsuits contest new conditions imposed by the Trump administration on transport grants in sanctuary cities, arguing they exceed legal boundaries and threaten essential funding.
White House Press Secretary Leavitt emphasized compliance with federal laws regarding immigration, framing the administrationâs tactic as essential for maintaining public safety.
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