The Trump administration has initiated legal action against New York City and Mayor Eric Adams, challenging the city’s sanctuary policies that the federal government claims impede immigration enforcement efforts. This lawsuit is part of a broader strategy aimed at overturning laws that provide protections for immigrants. The Department of Justice argues that these policies are unconstitutional and exacerbate issues related to immigration control. The ongoing legal battle has drawn attention from various civil libertarian groups looking to intervene in the proceedings, highlighting the contentious nature of sanctuary city laws in the current political climate.