20 states sue Trump administration over conditions on federal transportation, disaster-relief funds

A coalition of 20 state Democratic attorneys general filed two federal lawsuits against the Trump administration, alleging threats to withhold billions in transportation and disaster-relief funds unless states comply with immigration enforcement demands. This claim cites potential constitutional violations concerning federal funding authority, as highlighted by California Attorney General Rob Bonta. The lawsuits, prompted by recent letters from the Department of Transportation and Homeland Security, aim to protect essential state funding critical for public safety and infrastructure amidst ongoing political tensions over immigration policy.

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