DOJ Challenges New Mexico’s Undocumented Student Aid | Albuquerque News

The U.S. Justice Department is suing New Mexico over a 20-year-old law that grants undocumented students in-state tuition and financial aid — arguing it’s unconstitutional because it unfairly advantages non-citizens. While the state says residency, not citizenship, should determine tuition access, the feds claim the financial aid portion discriminates against legal residents. The case pits state autonomy against federal immigration law, sparking debate over who deserves educational support — and whether states can offer benefits to those without legal status. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6a3410695a5d9e7d