The Department of Justice has cut all federal funding to sanctuary cities, with AG Pam Bondi vowing legal action against officials obstructing immigration enforcement.
By yourNEWS Media Newsroom
Attorney General Pam Bondi has issued a sweeping directive to cut all federal funding to sanctuary cities, intensifying the Trump administration’s crackdown on jurisdictions that refuse to comply with immigration enforcement.
In a move announced Wednesday, Bondi ordered the Department of Justice (DOJ) to immediately cease federal funding to cities and states that shield illegal aliens from federal immigration authorities. The decision targets major metropolitan areas, including Los Angeles, New York City, and Chicago, which have long resisted cooperation with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
“For years, sanctuary cities have defied federal law, putting American lives at risk,” Bondi said in a statement. “This administration will no longer allow jurisdictions to obstruct enforcement and undermine public safety.”
Prosecution for Sanctuary City Officials
Beyond defunding, Bondi also directed the DOJ to pursue legal action against local and state officials who obstruct federal immigration enforcement. The order opens the door for criminal prosecution of mayors, governors, and law enforcement leaders who refuse to comply with ICE detainers or actively prevent the deportation of illegal immigrants.
The Fox News report detailing Bondi’s order indicates that federal charges could soon be filed against officials who harbor illegal aliens or prevent ICE agents from making arrests.
The sanctuary policies implemented by Democratic leaders have been widely criticized for protecting criminal migrants, allowing them to remain in the U.S. despite deportation orders. Critics argue that these policies have led to tragic consequences, including violent crimes committed by repeat offenders who should have been deported.
“This administration will enforce immigration laws to the fullest extent and hold accountable those who defy federal authority,” Bondi emphasized.
Crackdown on NGOs Supporting Illegal Immigration
Bondi’s actions extend beyond targeting cities—she has also directed the DOJ to investigate funding agreements with nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) that aid illegal immigration.
These NGOs receive billions in federal grants, providing housing, legal aid, and transportation to migrants who have illegally entered the country. Bondi’s order calls for a full review of taxpayer dollars flowing to these organizations, with the possibility of rescinding funds and launching criminal probes into potential misuse of government resources.
White House Press Secretary Confirms Legal Violations
During a White House briefing last Friday, yourNEWS Media’s Jordan Conradson questioned Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Democratic-led cities defying federal immigration laws.
“Democratic leaders like Chicago’s mayor and Illinois’ governor are preventing ICE from enforcing detainers. Does the administration believe they are violating federal law?” Conradson asked.
Leavitt responded that the Biden-era sanctuary policies had emboldened illegal immigration, stating:
“It is overwhelmingly popular among Americans to deport illegal criminals from our nation’s interior, and this administration will continue to enforce that goal.”
What’s Next? Potential Arrests and Legal Battles
The DOJ’s crackdown sets the stage for an unprecedented legal battle between the federal government and Democratic-run sanctuary cities. Bondi’s orders could result in mayors, governors, and law enforcement chiefs facing federal charges for obstructing ICE operations.
With Trump’s immigration policies back in full force, the administration has made clear that sanctuary cities will no longer be tolerated—whether through funding cuts, legal prosecution, or direct enforcement operations.
As the crackdown unfolds, millions in federal grants could be stripped from defiant jurisdictions, and high-profile legal battles may soon determine the fate of sanctuary city leadership across the country.
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