Judge dismisses Trump administration lawsuit over LA sanctuary city policy A California court has dismissed a lawsuit filed by the Trump administration against Los Angeles concerning a city ordinance that limits cooperation with federal immigration authorities. The judge rejected the administration’s argument that the policy was unconstitutional, stating that the ordinance controls the actions of the city’s own agents and agencies. This ruling is seen as a legal victory for the city, reinforcing its authority to manage its personnel and resources.

• A US district court judge dismissed the Trump administration’s lawsuit against Los Angeles.
• The lawsuit challenged a city ordinance limiting cooperation with federal immigration authorities.
• The judge ruled that the ordinance controls the city’s own agents and agencies, not the federal government.
• City officials view the dismissal as a legal victory, emphasizing local government authority.
• The ordinance aims to encourage crime victims and witnesses to report crimes regardless of immigration status.
• This is one of several lawsuits filed by the administration challenging similar policies in Democratic-run jurisdictions.