DOJ Sues Boston Over Sanctuary 'Trust Act,' Escalating Federal Crackdown

The Justice Department filed suit against Boston, targeting the city’s Trust Act that limits cooperation with ICE detainers. DOJ argues Boston’s policies shield removable offenders and threaten public safety, while Mayor Michelle Wu defends the law as consistent with Massachusetts statutes and recent court rulings. The case follows August demand letters to multiple jurisdictions, signaling a broader federal push against sanctuary policies.