Maryland and D.C. contend that as a “sovereign” entities, they have a special standing to sue the president in court. They too alleged Trump was violating the Constitution and that their businesses were being hurt by the unfair competition. "The American people elected President Trump to lead this country, and it is time Democrats end their efforts to delegitimize his presidency." Harvard University law professor Laurence H. Tribe said the trend in favor of state standing bodes well for the lawsuit. If the states win their suit, Maryland Atty.

Source: Los Angeles Times June 12, 2017 19:45 UTC