California Sues Trump Over Immigration-Tied Funding | JQJO

California Attorney General Rob Bonta filed two lawsuits against the Trump administration, challenging a policy that would withhold billions in transportation and homeland security grants unless states comply with stricter immigration enforcement. The lawsuits, joined by 20 states, argue the policy exceeds the administration's authority and jeopardizes public safety. The administration contends that states accepting federal funds must adhere to federal laws. The lawsuits raise the question of whether the federal government can withhold funds to punish sanctuary jurisdictions, a matter previously unresolved by the Supreme Court.