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Indiana AG Sues IPS Over Immigration Policy Dispute

11/7/2025

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Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita filed a lawsuit against Indianapolis Public Schools, alleging the district's immigration policies obstruct federal enforcement.
The suit claims IPS blocked U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from deporting a Honduran national whose son attended an IPS school.
Rokita argues IPS policies violate state law by limiting cooperation with immigration authorities.
IPS says it prioritizes student safety and is reviewing its policies with the attorney general's office.

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Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita filed a lawsuit against Indianapolis Public Schools, alleging the district's immigration policies obstruct federal enforcement.
The suit claims IPS blocked U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from deporting a Honduran national whose son attended an IPS school.
Rokita argues IPS policies violate state law by limiting cooperation with immigration authorities.
IPS says it prioritizes student safety and is reviewing its policies with the attorney general's office.