Supremacy Clause of the U.S. Constitution

New York State and the federal government filed opposing lawsuits over new state laws regulating federal immigration agents, with New York arguing it has the right to regulate conduct and ensure public safety within its borders, while the federal government claims the laws violate the Supremacy Clause of the U.S. Constitution.

The Department of Homeland Security accuses Minnesota officials of staging a 'political stunt' by prosecuting ICE agent Gregory Morgan Jr. for allegedly pointing a gun at motorists during a traffic confrontation. Federal authorities argue Morgan is protected under the Supremacy Clause, while Minnesota prosecutors claim his alleged actions fell outside legitimate federal duties.