Lawsuits Filed Against Trump Administration Over Immigration Policies, Executive Orders

The Trump administration is facing multiple lawsuits from various faith-based organizations and labor unions over its controversial executive orders related to immigration and federal employment. Twenty-seven faith groups, including the Episcopal Church and Jewish organizations, are suing over the administration's immigration raids in places of worship and the freeze on the refugee-resettlement program, arguing these actions violate religious freedoms and have deterred worshippers from attending services. Additionally, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops has filed a complaint against the administration for abruptly halting federal funds for refugee services, claiming it has caused significant harm to their programs and relationships with refugees. The administration's attempts to tighten immigration policies have also led to separate legal challenges, including a blocked effort to end birthright citizenship and lawsuits from Venezuelans losing humanitarian protections. As these legal battles unfold, they could set significant precedents regarding executive authority and immigration law. Overall, the growing number of lawsuits reflects a broader resistance from faith groups and labor unions against the administration's policies.