DOJ Sues Boston Over Sanctuary City Policies Alleging Obstruction of Federal Immigration Enforcement

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed a lawsuit against the city of Boston, accusing it of violating federal law by refusing to cooperate with federal immigration authorities. The legal challenge, initiated under the Trump administration, claims Boston’s sanctuary city policies obstruct federal efforts to detain and deport undocumented immigrants who pose public safety risks.

According to the DOJ, Boston’s rules prevent local law enforcement from sharing crucial information about individuals’ immigration status with federal agencies, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The suit also alleges that Boston’s policies ban officers from honoring ICE detainer requests, which ask local authorities to hold suspects beyond their release date for immigration enforcement purposes.

City officials argue that the sanctuary policy protects immigrant communities and encourages trust between residents and law enforcement. They maintain that the policy complies with the law and does not interfere with federal immigration enforcement.

This case is part of a broader push by the Trump administration to challenge sanctuary jurisdictions nationwide, including lawsuits against other major cities. If successful, the lawsuit could force Boston to roll back its policies and potentially expose the city to financial penalties.

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