The Justice Department filed a lawsuit against New Jersey, accusing the state of expanding sanctuary policies and obstructing federal immigration enforcement through Executive Order No. 12.

•⁠ ⁠Attorney General Pam Bondi said the policy endangers federal officers and the public, arguing states may not interfere with federal immigration operations.

•⁠ ⁠The complaint alleges the order unlawfully restricts cooperation with federal authorities and results in the release of “dangerous criminals” otherwise subject to removal.