Justice Department Sues Ohio Court Over Rule Blocking Federal Immigration Arrests at Courthouses

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed a lawsuit against the Franklin County Municipal Court in Columbus, Ohio, challenging a new rule that prohibits federal officials from arresting non-citizens at or near the courthouse. The DOJ argues that the rule is an illegal attempt to regulate the federal government and threatens the safety and effectiveness of federal operations, asserting that conducting arrests at courthouses often reduces flight risk and safety concerns.