In a latest clash between the Biden administration and Texas Governor Greg Abbott over immigration policies, the US Justice Department has threatened to sue the state of Texas over its newly implemented immigration law. The law in question, known as SB4, allows local law enforcement to arrest migrants and has drawn strong criticism from the federal government.
In a letter to Governor Abbott, the Justice Department asserted that enforcing immigration law is the responsibility of the federal government and that the Texas measure interferes with the federal government's operations on the US southern border. The letter further states that SB4 is preempted and violates the United States Constitution. Unless Texas agrees to refrain from enforcing the law, the Justice Department intends to file a suit to enjoin the enforcement of SB4.
