Huntington Beach, California, denies being a sanctuary city after the Department of Homeland Security mistakenly listed it as one, despite the city passing a law in January 2025 explicitly declaring itself a non-sanctuary city. The city officials consider the DHS listing a serious mistake and have notified federal authorities, but as of now, the city remains on the list. The city is known for its conservative stance and recent political actions, including a controversial 'MAGA' plaque.
Chicago has begun evicting migrants from its shelters, causing widespread confusion and frustration among those affected. The city has sought to limit shelter stays to 60 days for the more than 10,000 migrants, requiring them to find housing or apply for other shelter at the city’s “landing zone” for new arrivals after their exit dates arrive. The evictions come amid a measles outbreak at one of the shelters, and the policy has faced backlash from advocates and some elected officials. Mayor Brandon Johnson’s administration has defended the policy as necessary to optimize resources and advance a pathway to stability and self-sufficiency for migrants.
Dozens of homeless people living in tents on Portland's Bayside Trail were forced to move as the city cleared the encampment, citing health and safety risks. The city is currently sheltering about 1,200 people on a nightly basis, and all city shelters are full. Advocates have expressed concerns about the risks and trauma that clearing the encampment could bring to the people living there. The situation has highlighted the homelessness crisis in Portland and the state.
