Trump Says DOJ Will Start Withholding Funds From Sanctuary Cities

A federal appeals court ruled that the Justice Department can withhold federal funds from sanctuary cities, overturning previous lower court decisions. Despite this, states involved may resist compliance. President Trump urged sanctuary cities to change their status. Meanwhile, ICE has increased surveillance and arrest efforts in these cities, deploying additional special agents.

What was the outcome of the federal appeals court ruling regarding sanctuary cities?

• The court allowed the withholding of federal funds from sanctuary cities.

• The court did not make a decision on the matter.

• The court ruled in favor of sanctuary cities.

• The court decided to increase federal funding to sanctuary cities.

What did President Trump advise sanctuary cities to do?

• To ignore federal government directives.

• To seek more federal funding.

• To change their status and cooperate with the federal government.

• To increase their local law enforcement efforts.

What might states involved in the lawsuit use as a reason to not comply with the federal ruling?

• The support of international organizations.

• The lack of federal funding.

• The advice of local government officials.

• The decisions of two lower courts.

What action has US Immigration and Customs Enforcement taken in sanctuary cities?

• They have increased funding to local police.

• They have reduced their presence.

• They have closed their operations.

• They have started 24-hour surveillance.

How many special agents were requested to join the increased efforts in sanctuary cities?

• 100 special agents

• 200 special agents

• 500 special agents

• 1000 special agents