The Trump administration has filed a federal lawsuit in the Eastern District of California challenging the state’s policies that allow undocumented students to receive in-state tuition and state-funded financial aid. The suit names the State of California, top officials, and both the UC and CSU systems as defendants, arguing the policies harm U.S. citizens and encourage illegal immigration. California is among more than two dozen states with similar tuition rules, though some have rolled back their programs under federal pressure. Supporters say the policies comply with federal law because the same residency and high-school requirements apply to U.S. citizens. The California Dream Act also allows eligible students to apply for state financial aid.

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