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DOJ Sues Connecticut Over Sanctuary Policies and Trust Act

4/14/2026

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The U.S. Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against Connecticut and New Haven challenging sanctuary policies, including Trust Act.
The DOJ says the Trust Act obstructs federal immigration enforcement and allows dangerous criminals to remain, part of a broader push in states including New York and California.
Named in the suit are Gov. Ned Lamont, governor of Connecticut, with Attorney General William Tong and Mayor Justin Elicker of New Haven.

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Story summary

The U.S. Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against Connecticut and New Haven challenging sanctuary policies, including Trust Act.
The DOJ says the Trust Act obstructs federal immigration enforcement and allows dangerous criminals to remain, part of a broader push in states including New York and California.
Named in the suit are Gov. Ned Lamont, governor of Connecticut, with Attorney General William Tong and Mayor Justin Elicker of New Haven.