287(g) agreements

A federal judge temporarily blocked New York from enforcing a law requiring federal immigration agents to unmask, citing constitutional supremacy clause and intergovernmental immunity doctrines. The ruling also upheld a New York law banning 287(g) agreements with Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

A federal judge blocked New York's law requiring federal immigration agents to display visible identification and prohibiting them from wearing masks, ruling the provisions likely unconstitutional as they interfere with federal law enforcement authority. The judge also declined to block a separate provision banning 287(g) agreements between New York local agencies and federal immigration authorities.

A federal judge blocked a New York law requiring federal immigration agents to display visible identification and prohibiting them from wearing masks, ruling the law likely unconstitutional as it interferes with federal law enforcement operations. The judge emphasized federal authority over agent policies, while New York officials criticized the decision and vowed to explore further legal options.

Legislative negotiators in Massachusetts reached a compromise on a bill expanding protections against federal immigration enforcement, including expanded 'sensitive locations' like schools and healthcare facilities, while maintaining existing partnerships with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The agreement codifies a state court decision and prohibits new agreements allowing state officials to assist federal immigration enforcement.

Florida immigration arrests have surged under Trump's second term, with 347 state and local agencies, including the Florida National Guard and Fish and Wildlife, participating in the crackdown. Nearly 39,000 immigrants were arrested in Florida from January 20, 2025, to March 11, 2026, compared to 11,088 during the same period under Biden.

Florida immigration arrests have surged under Trump's second term, with 347 state and local agencies, including the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and Florida Lottery, participating in the crackdown. Nearly 39,000 immigrants were arrested in 416 days, tripling the number under Biden's administration. A Guatemalan couple reported being targeted during a park visit, with the husband arrested on a disputed charge to facilitate ICE involvement.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed a sweeping immigration law to limit cooperation with ICE, protect sensitive locations from immigration enforcement, and expand rights for immigrant students. The law includes bans on 287(g) agreements, face coverings for law enforcement, and legal pathways for suing federal agents over constitutional violations.

New York sheriffs and Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman are threatening legal action against Governor Kathy Hochul over her proposal to ban 287(g) agreements with ICE, which facilitate the removal of criminal illegal immigrants. Hochul's 2027 budget plan includes sanctuary policies restricting ICE cooperation, prompting backlash from local law enforcement who argue the agreements enhance public safety.

New York sheriffs and county officials are threatening legal action against Governor Kathy Hochul over her proposal to ban 287(g) agreements with ICE, which facilitate the removal of criminal illegal immigrants. Hochul's 2027 budget plan includes sanctuary policies restricting ICE cooperation, prompting backlash from law enforcement who argue the agreements enhance public safety.