Nevada Removed from DOJ Sanctuary List After Immigration Enforcement Agreement

Nevada has been removed from the Department of Justice's list of sanctuary jurisdictions following a memorandum of understanding signed with the DOJ to fully cooperate on immigration enforcement. This marks the first removal from the list since it was published under President Donald J. Trump's Executive Order 14287. The state, under Governor Joe Lombardo's leadership, has reinforced its commitment to federal immigration laws by rejoining the federal 287(g) program, vetoing bills that would impede immigration enforcement, and using FEMA funds and the National Guard to support ICE activities. Despite prior designation as a sanctuary state, Nevada officials disputed the label, emphasizing ongoing cooperation with federal authorities. The agreement also states Nevada will counteract any unlawful sanctuary policies proposed by the state attorney general or legislature. Attorney General Pamela Bondi praised Nevada's compliance and urged other jurisdictions to collaborate with the DOJ rather than litigate.