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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 whether the judge will toss the lawsuit before reaching deeper constitutional questions — with sheriffs opposing the law saying it hampers vital cooperation, while supporters hail it as a crucial step toward community safety.

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