DOJ Sues New York Officials Over Immigration Policies

Attorney General Pam Bondi announced that the Department of Justice is suing New York state and key officials, including Governor Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James, over the state's 'green light law.' This law, which allows undocumented immigrants to obtain driver's licenses, is alleged to be in violation of federal immigration laws. Bondi emphasized that New York is prioritizing illegal aliens over American citizens, threatening to hold non-compliant states accountable. She warned that this lawsuit is part of a broader strategy to enforce federal immigration law, following a similar legal action against Illinois. Bondi's aggressive stance reflects a new approach from the DOJ under the Trump administration, aiming to curb what they see as sanctuary policies that hinder immigration enforcement. The lawsuit is positioned as a significant move against states that defy federal directives on immigration enforcement.