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What is a sanctuary city? A primer on the immigration showdown.

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There is no legal definition of a sanctuary policy, but the term often implies limited cooperation with federal law enforcement concerning immigration.

President-elect Donald Trump has blamed these policies for sheltering unauthorized immigrants, whom he wants to deport.

Both the incoming Republican administration and Democratic leaders agree that immigrants who commit serious crimes should be removed.

Some conservative-leaning cities and counties within blue states have passed measures declaring their opposition to sanctuary status.

But the legality of sanctuary policies under federal law is under debate.

During his first term, Mr. Trump sought to withhold certain federal funds from sanctuary jurisdictions.

The incoming Trump team may seek to expand the 287(g) program, reports the Wall Street Journal .

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