New Mexico Defies Federal Immigration Enforcement

New Mexico is defiantly challenging a Trump-era immigration enforcement lawsuit, arguing that states must control how their own resources are spent. Attorney General Raúl Torrez is asking a judge to dismiss the federal case, asserting that HB9 — a law prohibiting state and local governments from assisting federal immigration enforcement — stands as a fundamental state right. The state contends federal law doesn’t override this law, viewing federal programs as cooperative invitations, not mandates. HB9 doesn’t stop federal enforcement, but bars New Mexico from using public funds for it. The motion also declares a detention contract with Otero County invalid and questions the legality of other county agreements, declaring New Mexico’s stance clear: states control their assets — and won’t be forced into federal immigration enforcement. Support the show:Get a discount at https://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/93caa31f6219d47b