Trump says government will stop making payments to sanctuary cities, states, including Chicago, IL
ABC7 Chicago • • general
Key Points:
- President Donald Trump announced plans to halt federal funding to sanctuary cities and states with such cities, including Chicago and Illinois, starting February 1.
- Trump justified the move by accusing sanctuary cities of protecting criminals at the expense of American citizens.
- A federal judge previously blocked the administration from denying funds to over 30 cities with policies limiting cooperation with federal immigration authorities.
- Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson condemned the funding cuts as "blatantly unconstitutional and immoral," signaling potential legal challenges.
- Illinois Governor JB Pritzker's office has yet to comment on the announcement.
