Federal judge dismisses DOJ lawsuit over 'sanctuary' policies in 4 NJ cities (opens original article in a new tab)

A federal judge dismissed a DOJ lawsuit against four New Jersey cities over their sanctuary policies, citing the federal government's lack of standing.

• A federal judge dismissed a DOJ lawsuit against four NJ cities over their sanctuary policies.
• The judge ruled the federal government lacks standing as local policies align with New Jersey's Immigrant Trust Directive.
• The decision was praised by city mayors and officials who support sanctuary policies.