Federal judge dismisses U.S. lawsuit challenging New York City sanctuary laws
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- Location
- New York, New York
- Event date:
- Oct 15, 2026
- Published:
- Oct 19, 2026
Last updated Oct 19, 2026 · Location shown at city/county level only.
Summary
A U.S. District Judge in the Eastern District of New York granted New York City's motion to dismiss the Justice Department's lawsuit seeking to preempt city laws that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement (United States v. City of New York, No. 25-cv-04084). Reporting says the court found the federal government lacked standing and rejected its preemption arguments. The Justice Department had not commented at the time of reporting.
Timeline
Oct 15, 2026
Memorandum & Order granting motion to dismiss.
Evidence & sources
Backed by a government or court document.
- Original in English · United States of America v. City of New York et al (25-cv-04084)
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (via GovInfo) · court · Oct 15, 2026
- Original in English · Federal judge tosses Trump administration lawsuit challenging NYC sanctuary laws
Gothamist · news · Oct 15, 2026
- Original in English · Federal Judge Dismisses Trump Lawsuit to Block New York City Sanctuary Laws
The Wall Street Journal · news · Oct 16, 2026
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