There are four blue states who are refusing to issue the appropriate license plates to DHS because of ICE, according to Assistant Attorney General Brett Shumate for the DOJ’s Civil Division.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche writes: “Sanctuary policies that obstruct ICE from performing its lawful mission to protect public safety are inexcusable. Removing criminal aliens from American communities is a priority, and unconstitutional actions that prevent this will be dealt with.”
Below are the four states.
WASHINGTON STATE:
Some states are refusing to issue license plates to federal law enforcement. It’s dangerous, shameful, and unconstitutional. It needs to stop now. Under @DAGToddBlanche, this @TheJusticeDept stands with our brave law enforcement officers. pic.twitter.com/iosUHx0mzK
— Brett Shumate (@AAGShumate) May 13, 2026
OREGON:
— Brett Shumate (@AAGShumate) May 13, 2026
MASSACHUSETTS:
— Brett Shumate (@AAGShumate) May 13, 2026
MAINE:
— Brett Shumate (@AAGShumate) May 13, 2026