In a controversial decision, a Trump-appointed judge has tossed out a lawsuit filed by the Trump Administration against Maryland judges over their deportation policy. The lawsuit, which sought to challenge the state's sanctuary policies, was dismissed by Judge John Smith who ruled in favor of the Maryland judges.

The Trump Administration had argued that Maryland's policy of limiting cooperation with federal immigration authorities was illegal and posed a threat to national security. However, Judge Smith disagreed, stating that the judges were within their rights to set their own policies regarding deportation.

This decision comes amidst ongoing tensions between the federal government and states with sanctuary policies. Advocates of these policies argue that they are necessary to protect immigrant communities and foster trust between local law enforcement and residents. Critics, on the other hand, argue that these policies undermine federal immigration enforcement efforts.

The Trump Administration has not yet indicated whether they plan to appeal the decision. However, this ruling is sure to have far-reaching implications for the ongoing debate over immigration policy in the United States.