Trump Administration Sues Los Angeles Over Immigration Policy Clash

The Trump administration is suing Los Angeles, alleging that the city's policies limiting cooperation with federal immigration authorities contravene federal law. This lawsuit intensifies the conflict over deportation efforts within the predominantly Democratic city, following protests against these measures which saw minor violence and unrest.

The Trump administration has filed a lawsuit against the city of Los Angeles, accusing it of violating federal law with policies that restrict cooperation with federal immigration authorities. The U.S. Justice Department's legal action underscores ongoing tensions over immigration enforcement.

Chad Mizelle, a senior official at the Justice Department, stated that enforcing federal immigration law in Los Angeles will continue unabated, regardless of local government or resident agreement. He emphasized that the administration will not accept any hindrance to their federal obligations.

This lawsuit follows the deployment of California National Guard troops by President Donald Trump. The troops were sent to address protests in Los Angeles against the administration's deportation operations, which, although limited to a small area, involved instances of looting, property damage, and violence against law enforcement personnel.

(With inputs from agencies.)