San Francisco City Council joins lawsuit against Trump over immigration enforcement directives

The City Council of Palo Alto convened on May 27, 2025, to address several key issues, beginning with a report from a closed session. The council unanimously voted 7-0 to direct the city attorney to join the case of City and County of San Francisco versus Trump, currently pending in the US District Court for the Northern District of California. This case challenges federal executive orders and directives that threaten to withhold federal funds and enforce actions against state and local governments that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. This decision aligns with the city's commitment to the California Values Act.

Following this significant resolution, the council moved on to the agenda, confirming that there were no changes to the items scheduled for discussion. In anticipation of a busy evening, the mayor opted to forgo comments from the city manager, directing attention to public comments instead. Six individuals had requested to speak on items not listed on the agenda, each allotted three minutes for their remarks.

The meeting proceeded with a focus on community engagement and the implications of the council's recent actions regarding immigration policy and federal relations. Further discussions and decisions were anticipated as the council continued its agenda.