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House GOP Targets D.C. Sanctuary Policies Amid Protests

6/14/2025

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House Republicans are ramping up their campaign to eliminate D.C.'s sanctuary city policies, recently passing a bill that enforces compliance with federal immigration laws. This action echoes Trump's agenda as protests against ICE intensify. D.C. officials counter that immigration enforcement falls under federal jurisdiction, underscoring the clash between local governance and federal authority.

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House Republicans are ramping up their campaign to eliminate D.C.'s sanctuary city policies, recently passing a bill that enforces compliance with federal immigration laws. This action echoes Trump's agenda as protests against ICE intensify. D.C. officials counter that immigration enforcement falls under federal jurisdiction, underscoring the clash between local governance and federal authority.