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Original Date Announced
February 23, 2026The Department of Justice (DOJ) filed a lawsuit to block New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill's Executive Order restricting ICE agents' access to non-public areas of state-owned property without a judicial warrant and barring use of such property as staging or operation sites. Governor Sherrill's order requires agencies to train staff on these rules, but makes clear that it does not block enforcement of state criminal laws, compliance with legal obligations or leases, participation in certain joint task forces unrelated to civil immigration enforcement, or access to public areas.
DOJ argues that the Order violates the Supremacy Clause by obstructing federal immigration enforcement. The complaint alleges that the Order unlawfully discriminates against and regulates the federal government and is preempted by federal law. It seeks declaratory and injunctive relief prohibiting defendants from enforcing or implementing the Order.
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2026.02.11 NJ EO 12 2026.02.23 Complaint - United States v. New JerseyEffective Date
February 23, 2026Current Status
NoneOriginal Trump Policy Status
Status: Final/Actual In LitigationTrump Administration Action: AdjudicationSubject Matter: Interior EnforcementAssociated or Derivative Policies
Documents
Trump-Era Policy Documents
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New Policy
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2026.02.11 NJ EO 12
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New Policy
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2026.02.23 Complaint - United States v. New Jersey
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