Justice Dept Challenges Maryland’s Immigration Law | Annapolis News

Annapolis News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 18, 2026 · 2m

The U.S. Justice Department is fighting Maryland’s effort to dismiss a lawsuit over its controversial Community Trust Act, arguing the law unlawfully interferes with federal immigration enforcement by requiring judicial approval for detainers and custody transfers — directly contradicting federal statutes and constitutional authority. While Maryland defends the law as a shield against federal overreach and a tool to build trust with immigrant communities, the DOJ insists it discriminates against federal agencies and undermines the immigration system Congress designed. The case hinges on…