The U.S. Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against the Franklin County Municipal Court in Columbus, Ohio, challenging a new rule that prohibits federal officials from arresting aliens at or near the courthouse. The complaint alleges the rule illegally restricts federal law enforcement and endangers public safety by limiting safe arrest locations. The DOJ claims the rule violates congressional directives and impedes federal immigration enforcement. Associate Attorney General Stanley E. Woodward Jr. stated the department will not tolerate state or local efforts to undermine federal operations. Assistant Attorney General Brett A. Shumate emphasized the rule obstructs lawful federal arrests. The lawsuit is part of a broader effort by the Civil Division to address policies interfering with federal law enforcement, following similar actions in multiple states.
Source: U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ).
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