Trump Says Federal Payments to Sanctuary Cities, States Will Stop Feb. 1, Sparking Legal Fight

Jan 15, 2026

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President Donald Trump announced his administration will stop making federal payments to sanctuary cities and states starting Feb. 1, saying the jurisdictions protect criminals and fuel fraud, a move that immediately sparked legal and political pushback.

Trump’s declaration in Detroit comes amid ongoing conflict with Democratic-led cities and states ove…

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