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Feds sue Colorado over college aid for illegal immigrants

The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a federal lawsuit challenging Colorado’s policy of offering lower in-state tuition and state-funded scholarships to illegal immigrants.

Published Jul 28, 2026, 5:20 PM EDT | WFMZZ

The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a federal lawsuit against Colorado, arguing the state’s practice of offering reduced in-state tuition rates and state-funded scholarships to illegal immigrants is unlawful. The suit targets Colorado’s college aid policies that extend financial benefits to those in the country without legal authorization.