Cities challenge Trump immigration rule over public benefits access

Six Democratic-led cities, including New York, have filed a lawsuit against the Department of Homeland Security over a Trump-era rule that restricts public benefits access for immigrants. They argue the regulation will deter eligible immigrants from seeking necessary public assistance, exacerbating public health issues and homelessness while shifting costs to local governments. This legal challenge underscores the ongoing tension between federal immigration policies and local governance, with significant implications for public welfare programs.