Trump Administration Sues Connecticut Over Tuition Benefits for Immigrants
The Trump administration has filed a lawsuit against Connecticut, alleging that the state's provision of in-state tuition benefits to immigrants discriminates against U.S. citizens. The lawsuit demands that Connecticut cease offering these benefits to noncitizens, including veterans, regardless of their legal status. The Department of Justice argues that Connecticut's policies violate federal law, specifically citing a 1996 statute that restricts educational benefits for undocumented immigrants. Connecticut officials, including Attorney General William Tong and Gov. Ned Lamont, have criticized the lawsuit, defending the state's policies as inclusive and beneficial for all residents. 
