Trump Administration Sues New Jersey Over Restrictions on Immigration Arrests

The Trump administration has filed a federal lawsuit against New Jersey challenging Governor Mikie Sherrill's February 11 executive order that restricts federal immigration agents from making arrests in nonpublic areas of state property, including courthouses and correctional facilities, and prohibits using state property for immigration enforcement staging or processing. The Justice Department alleges the order obstructs federal immigration efforts and discriminates against the government. Sherrill and New Jersey officials reject the lawsuit, calling it a misuse of resources and affirming their commitment to protecting immigrant communities.