Justice Dept. lists SF as city that 'violates' immigration laws city attorney not phased

The Justice Department has set its sights on California, including San Francisco, for its sanctuary city policies that limit cooperation with immigration enforcement. City Attorney David Chiu maintains that San Francisco does not obstruct lawful federal immigration actions, countering claims made by the Trump administration. The administration's executive order accuses local officials of violating federal immigration laws, specifically naming San Francisco as a sanctuary city. Chiu emphasizes the legal foundation of the city's policies, which aim to protect an estimated 44,000 undocumented immigrants. San Jose's Mayor Matt Mahan expresses satisfaction at being excluded from the list of sanctuary cities, clarifying that local police prioritize local crime enforcement rather than federal immigration duties.

Attorney General Pam Bondi warns that the Justice Department will pursue litigation against sanctuary jurisdictions. The Trump administration's threats include cutting nearly $4 billion in federal funding for cities deemed sanctuary. For now, Chiu reassures that San Francisco's policies remain unchanged despite these federal threats.