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DOJ Sues Boston Over Controversial Sanctuary Policies

9/7/2025

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On September 4, 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice sued Boston and Mayor Michelle Wu over "sanctuary" policies.
The lawsuit alleges the Boston Trust Act hinders federal immigration enforcement by limiting police cooperation.
U.S. Attorney General Pamela Bondi criticized the policies for undermining law enforcement efforts.
Mayor Wu defended the Trust Act, claiming it promotes public safety and community trust.
Critics, including Senator Elizabeth Warren, labeled the lawsuit a power grab amid ongoing tensions with sanctuary cities.

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On September 4, 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice sued Boston and Mayor Michelle Wu over "sanctuary" policies.
The lawsuit alleges the Boston Trust Act hinders federal immigration enforcement by limiting police cooperation.
U.S. Attorney General Pamela Bondi criticized the policies for undermining law enforcement efforts.
Mayor Wu defended the Trust Act, claiming it promotes public safety and community trust.
Critics, including Senator Elizabeth Warren, labeled the lawsuit a power grab amid ongoing tensions with sanctuary cities.