The Justice Department has initiated legal action against the state of New York, Governor Kathy Hochul, and Attorney General Letitia James concerning immigration enforcement, as announced by Attorney General Pam Bondi on Wednesday.
“We are taking measures to safeguard American citizens,” Bondi remarked, asserting that “New York has opted to prioritize illegal immigrants over its own citizens.”
“We previously filed a lawsuit against Illinois, and since New York did not heed our warnings, it is now their turn,” Bondi added.
In response to the lawsuit, James stated, “Our state laws, including the Green Light law, are designed to protect the rights of all New Yorkers and ensure the safety of our communities. I remain prepared to defend our laws, as I always have.”
Bondi contended that New York state officials are legally obligated to inform undocumented immigrants when federal authorities seek information regarding their immigration status. This allegation is among several outlined in the federal complaint. During the press conference, Bondi also asserted that New York’s legislation unlawfully obstructs both federal and state law enforcement from executing immigration laws.
