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Boston Mayor Wu Defends Sanctuary Policies Amid Federal Threats

8/20/2025

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Boston Mayor Michelle Wu will hold a press conference to reaffirm support for community policing and public safety amid federal scrutiny.
Nearly 80% of local voters support the Boston Trust Act, which limits police cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi's letter threatens legal action and funding cuts without specifying consequences for non-compliance.
Wu condemned the Trump administration's tactics as bullying, asserting Boston's adherence to the law.
Boston is one of 35 jurisdictions designated as "sanctuary cities" facing federal scrutiny over immigration policies.

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Boston Mayor Michelle Wu will hold a press conference to reaffirm support for community policing and public safety amid federal scrutiny.
Nearly 80% of local voters support the Boston Trust Act, which limits police cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi's letter threatens legal action and funding cuts without specifying consequences for non-compliance.
Wu condemned the Trump administration's tactics as bullying, asserting Boston's adherence to the law.
Boston is one of 35 jurisdictions designated as "sanctuary cities" facing federal scrutiny over immigration policies.