Overview
- The Department of Homeland Security released on May 29 a roster of more than 500 cities, counties and states deemed to obstruct federal immigration laws under an April executive order.
- Each listed jurisdiction will receive a formal notice of noncompliance and could face legal remedies or suspension of federal grants and contracts if it maintains restrictive cooperation policies with ICE.
- Local officials and immigrant advocates have criticized the list’s opaque criteria and warned that the move risks undermining federalism and eroding trust between communities and law enforcement.
- Several communities have contested their inclusion, citing existing collaboration with federal authorities or absence of sanctuary ordinances, and are preparing legal challenges.
- The list will be updated regularly as new information emerges, with the Office of Management and Budget reviewing affected jurisdictions’ federal funding for possible suspension or termination.