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September 14, 2026

New York City and Other Sanctuary Jurisdictions Expand Legal Challenge Against Trump Administration's Public Charge Rule

  • New York State Attorney General Letitia James leads a coalition of 21 states and Washington, D.C., in a lawsuit against the Trump administration's expanded public charge rule.
  • The rule allows immigration officials to consider a wider range of public benefits, including Medicaid and food assistance, when determining eligibility for green cards.
  • Attorney General James argues the rule exploits fear among immigrant families, potentially leading them to forgo essential services.

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