Sanctuary States Say Justice Department Is Blackmailing Them

Sanctuary States Say Justice Department Is Blackmailing Them
The Department of Justice seal. Samira Bouaou/The Epoch Times
Charlotte Cuthbertson
Charlotte Cuthbertson
Senior Reporter
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WASHINGTON—Six so-called sanctuary states filed a joint lawsuit against the Justice Department on July 18, saying they are being coerced into compliance with immigration laws.
At issue are the federal funds awarded through the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant program, which the Justice Department oversees.
Charlotte Cuthbertson
Charlotte Cuthbertson
Senior Reporter
Charlotte Cuthbertson is a senior reporter with The Epoch Times who primarily covers border security and the opioid crisis.
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