President Donald Trump is set to sign an executive order Monday directing the attorney general and Homeland Security secretary to identify states and cities defying federal immigration laws, escalating his clash with Democrat-led “sanctuary” jurisdictions. The move follows a federal judge’s recent ruling blocking the administration from cutting off funding to over a dozen cities that limit cooperation with immigration authorities.
.@RealTomHoman: "You don't have to support ICE's operations. You can support sanctuary cities if that's what you desire to do... But when you cross that line to impediment or knowingly harboring or conceding an illegal alien from ICE, you will be prosecuted. Judge or not." pic.twitter.com/mQNK0LsPSF
— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) April 28, 2025
Trump’s order, expected at 5 p.m. EST, marks another step in his immigration crackdown during his first 100 days. Trump holds a 45% approval rating on the issue — his highest among major policy areas, according to a recent Reuters/Ipsos poll.
