DOJ Forms Group to Enforce Immigration Laws

The Justice Department under the Trump administration is intensifying its immigration enforcement efforts by directing federal prosecutors to investigate and potentially charge state and local officials who obstruct immigration laws. Acting Deputy Attorney General Emil Bove's memo mandates the creation of a Sanctuary Cities Enforcement Working Group to identify and challenge local policies that hinder federal immigration initiatives. The directive signifies a pivot from the previous administration's stance, emphasizing aggressive prosecution of serious immigration offenses and coordination with federal agencies. This move aligns with Trump's campaign promises and involves significant legal actions against sanctuary jurisdictions, potentially leading to heightened legal conflicts with Democratic-led locales that limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities. Bove, who previously served on Trump's legal team, stresses the DOJ's role in defending the Constitution and executing President Trump's immigration policies amid claims of maintaining public safety and national security.