How Trumps threats to sanctuary cities could affect Oakland and Alameda County

Oakland, CALocal News

President Trump issued an executive order targeting sanctuary cities, demanding the federal administration create a list of jurisdictions he claims violate federal immigration laws. The order, titled Protecting American Communities from Criminal Aliens, threatens legal action against local governments that maintain their sanctuary status after being notified. Alameda County Supervisor Nikki Fortunato Bas characterized the order as a scare tactic, emphasizing that sanctuary policies are constitutional and improve community safety. Local agencies in Oakland depend heavily on federal funding for essential services, and potential cuts could severely impact programs ranging from housing to healthcare. The city of Oakland, which declared itself a sanctuary in 1986 and adopted an official ordinance in 2019, has pushed back against Trump's threats, joining a lawsuit to protect its funding.

A recent federal ruling favored the cities in this lawsuit, but Trump's new order suggests ongoing conflict over immigration policies. The Oakland Police and Alameda County Sheriff limit cooperation with ICE, consistent with state law. If Trump enacts punitive measures, Oakland and Alameda County could face significant financial repercussions.

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