(FOX 9) - Saying it’s targeting " sanctuary city policies that interfere with the federal government’s enforcement of its immigration laws," the Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against Minnesota, several cities and its officials over an alleged refusal to comply with federal immigration policies.

DOJ suing Minnesota

What we know:

Under the direction of President Trump, the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is demanding that cities and counties it deems "sanctuary jurisdictions" comply with federal law and cease obstruction of immigration enforcement.

According to the complaint, the refusal of Minneapolis, St. Paul and Hennepin County to cooperate with federal immigration authorities, "results in the release of dangerous criminals from police custody who

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